Becoming a CPA in Maryland

FOLLOW THESE FIVE STEPS TO BECOME LICENSED IN THE STATE OF MARYLAND:

1. Have you filled out the CPA Exam Application checklist? If you haven’t, visit: cpaguide.macpa.org

2. Once you have filled out this checklist and have determined your eligibility, you will be able to apply for the CPA exam. You can register for the exam at: www.dllr.state.md.us/license/cpa/cpaexam/cpaexamforms.shtml

Note: It may take up to 90 days for the state of Maryland to review an application, especially during peak application periods followi ng Spring and Fall semester graduations.

3. Upon approval, the Maryland Board of Public Accountancy will email you a Notice to Schedule (NTS) to sit for the exam. The NTS is valid for 180 days from the date issued. You will be directed to create an online account which you will use to register for each section of the exam. Date and location options for each exam section will be provided.

4. Once you have passed all four parts of the CPA exam, review the checklist for State Licensure referenced in The Guide to Becoming a CPA in Maryland, link referenced above.

5. Lastly, apply for State Licensure by visiting: www.dllr.state.md.us/license/cpa/cpaapply.shtml There will be an application fee of $67.

Note: All support documents listed in the Maryland State Licensure Application Checklist section must be received within 90 days from the date an application is submitted to be considered complete by the Board. The Board will deny incomplete applications after 90 days.