Understanding the Uniform CPA Exam: Your Path to Becoming a CPA

The Uniform Cpa Examination (CPA Exam) is a crucial step for individuals aspiring to become licensed Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) in the United States. It serves to protect the public interest by ensuring that only qualified professionals are granted CPA licensure. Passing the CPA Exam is a mandatory requirement on the journey to becoming a CPA.

It’s important to note that while often associated with the exam, the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) does not create the CPA Exam content, nor is it responsible for grading it. NASBA plays a vital role in administering the exam and providing services to candidates and State Boards of Accountancy.

To stay updated on score releases and other important announcements, you can follow NASBA on X or like their Facebook page. For peer support and discussions, the NASBA’s CPA Exam Candidates Forum on Facebook is a valuable platform to connect with fellow candidates, exchange advice, and find motivation throughout your CPA Exam preparation.

The Essential Candidate Guide

Before you begin your application for the Uniform CPA Exam, it is critical to thoroughly review the Candidate Guide, also known as the Candidate Bulletin. This guide contains essential information about the exam process, requirements, and regulations. When you apply for the CPA Examination, you will be required to confirm that you have read and understood this comprehensive guide.

Pathway to CPA Exam Quiz

Navigating the initial steps to CPA Exam eligibility can be complex. The Pathway to CPA Exam quiz is a helpful tool designed to guide you. This quiz asks a series of targeted questions to help clarify your individual path towards meeting the eligibility requirements and starting your CPA Exam journey. You can access the CPA Exam Quiz to determine your specific next steps.

NASBA CPA Examination Services (CPAES) offers a range of services to state boards of accountancy related to the Uniform CPA Exam. These services include managing application processing, evaluating credentials, and handling score reporting, streamlining the examination process for both candidates and boards.

For candidates applying for the CPA Exam in the jurisdictions listed in bold below, the application process is managed through the CPA Portal, NASBA’s online application system.

Introducing the CPA Portal

Launched on August 29, 2023, the CPA Portal is a new system designed to enhance the candidate experience throughout the CPA Exam process. This updated system is particularly important in light of the evolving CPA Exam structure. Click to explore the changes and features of the new system.

If you encounter any issues linking your account to the NASBA Dashboard’s CPA Portal, helpful tips are available here.

Select your jurisdiction from the list below to start your Uniform CPA Exam process:

Alabama	Alaska	Arizona	Arkansas	California	CNMI	Colorado	Connecticut	Delaware	DC	Florida
Georgia	Guam	Hawaii	Idaho	Illinois	Indiana	Iowa	Kansas	Kentucky	Louisiana	Maine
Maryland	Massachusetts	Michigan	Minnesota	Mississippi	Missouri	Montana	Nebraska	Nevada	New Hampshire	New Jersey
New Mexico	New York	North Carolina	North Dakota	Ohio	Oklahoma	Oregon	Pennsylvania	Puerto Rico	Rhode Island	South Carolina
South Dakota	Tennessee	Texas	Utah	Vermont	Virgin Islands	Virginia	Washington	West Virginia	Wisconsin	Wyoming