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CPA Exam

What are the requirements to sit for the CPA exam?

You must have:

  • Completed a bachelor's degree program from an accredited academic institution.
  • Completed at least 24 credit hours in accounting courses including:
    • Financial Accounting
    • Managerial Accounting
    • Audit
    • US Tax
    • Accounting Systems and Controls
    • Government/Fund Accounting
  • Completed 24 credit hours in general business courses.
  • Completed all academic requirements within 30 days of sitting for your first section.


Check out NASBA.org for detailed requirements.

Page last modified September 22, 2026