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Can I become a CPA without an accounting degree?
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There are a lot of people who might think an accounting degree is required to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). But that’s not true. Having a degree in accounting is not mandatory to become a globally recognized accounting professional, CPA.
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Many experienced and licensed CPAs have degrees in finance or economics, so becoming a CPA without a degree in accounting is extremely possible. But you need to pay very close attention
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to your state’s requirements, as most states require that candidates have a bachelor’s degree in accounting to sit for the CPA exam. Name *
If you are interested in becoming a CPA, several steps must be taken. You have to take the Uniform CPA Examination, which is a requirement of any state board of accountancy. After passing the exam, you will have more opportunities as a CPA as local boards will require additional education and work experience for these positions.
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Fulfilling the education requirement includes completing at least 150 credit hours at an accredited college or university (before taking the CPA exam). Though it varies from state to
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state, the AICPA recommends 150 credit hours and hence most of the states turned that into a rule. Some states don’t have the 150 credit hour requirement but require only 120 credit hours before sitting for the exam. However, you need to complete 150 credits to get a CPA license. In some other states, you can sit for the CPA examination if you have at least a year’s experience working in public accounting under a CPA.
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