Taking the CPA Exam

Accountants who have graduated with 150 hours of approved coursework and have been approved by the Illinois Board of Examiners are eligible to sit for the CPA Exam—a computer-based test that testifies to their knowledge of generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and standards.

For in-depth information on the CPA Exam and the application process check out:
Searching for Answers? Uniform CPA Exam Overview and FAQ Brochure (PDF File)

CPA Exam Websites and Resources

• Required Exam on Rules of Professional Conduct (Required for all Illinois candidates who sit for and pass all four parts of the CPA exam on or after January 1, 2005):  Illinois CPA Society members receive a discount on the exam.
• How to Become a Certified, Registered and Licensed CPA in Illinois (PDF File)
• Tips for Taking the CPA Exam (PDF File)
• Illinois Board of Examiners 
• AICPA CPA Exam Website 
• NASBA Exposure Draft: Changes to the 150-hour Requirement 
• State Board Requirements 
• Prometric Test Centers 

Make Study Work
How do you balance your career with the demands of sitting for the Uniform CPA exam?

Review Courses

CPA Exam Award
This reimburses the $809.71 NASBA fee necessary to take the CPA Exam.

Ethics Exam
Special price for Illinois CPA Society members.