Steps to Becoming a CPA in Minnesota

Becoming a CPA in Minnesota is a multi-step process. You must meet the education requirements, pass the CPA exam, pass an ethics exam, gain the required experience and then apply for a certificate.

Keep in mind that the application/qualifications for the exam and the application/qualification for the CPA Certification are two distinctly different processes.

1. Meet Minnesota's education requirements for the Uniform CPA Exam.

2. Apply for the Uniform CPA Exam.

• Get information on the CPA exam format, length, cost, testing sites, testing dates, and more by reading our CPA exam fact sheet.
• Apply to take the CPA exam.

3. Prepare for the Uniform CPA Exam.

• Review our CPA exam tips
• Register for a CPA exam review course
• Study test simulations and sample questions on the Uniform CPA Exam website.

4. Pass the Uniform CPA Exam.

• Review our tips on passing the CPA exam.

5. Take the self-study ethics exam.

6. Meet the experience requirements and apply for a certificate to practice.

• Paths to CPA certification
• Complete the Minnesota certificate application, available from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy.

7. Maintain your certificate to practice

• Minnesota Board of Accountancy CPA Requirements

Resources for aspiring CPAs

Join the MNCPA
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CPA exam fact sheet
Get answers to your questions on the CPA exam format, length, cost, grading, and more.