Education Requirements to Become a CPA

Education is the first step to becoming a CPA. Know the requirements and find a Minnesota college with an accounting program.

Education requirements
In Minnesota, the education requirements to sit for the exam differ from the education requirements to become certified. Make sure you know what they are and understand the difference.

Accredidation levels
Education requirements to take the CPA exam and earn the CPA certificate depend on the accreditation level of the college or university where the degree was earned.

Minnesota accounting programs
There are a variety of colleges and universities throughout Minnesota that have accounting programs that meet the requirements set by the Minnesota Board of Accountancy to earn your CPA certificate.

Resources for exam candidates

ExamTracker
Use this tool to track your progress in passing the CPA exam. Avoid the pain of having a passing score expire or missing critical exam updates. You do not need to be a member to setup an ExamTracker account.

MNCPA Accounting Employer Directory
Ace your interview! Research potential employers with our searchable guide.

Graduate accounting degrees
Planning to become a certified CPA but still need to fulfill the 150 credit hour requirement? Consider an advanced accounting degree.