Join the Minnesota Society of CPAs
Elevate your impact.
Top reasons to become a member
Savings
Score exclusive CPE perks — including 20 free credits a year and VIP conference savings — that quickly pay for your membership.
Community
Connect with 7,000+ CPAs and accounting professionals in person and online, providing support at every career stage.
Impact
Make a difference within the accounting profession and community at large through volunteer opportunities.
Advocacy
Safeguard your CPA certificate while ensuring your voice is heard on issues that impact the profession.
Growth
Strengthen your skills and stay sharp with MNCPA resources, guidance, and support built for your professional growth.
Ready to see what membership costs? Let's talk membership pricing.
Who can join?
CPAs
Accounting professionals who have passed the CPA exam.
Associates
Exam candidates, educators, non-CPA firm owners, billable professionals and firm administrators.
"I place a very high value on education. Maintaining my MNCPA membership and keeping my CPA certificate active is one way I stay on top of what’s going on in the industry and economy."
Kara Hanson, CPA
Controller, St. Croix Hospice
Membership ROI
Let's get right down to the numbers. Here is how MNCPA membership pays off.
KNOWLEDGE
$1,330 VALUE
Achieve more than you ever thought possible.
FREE CPE
20+ free credits annually.
VIP CONFERENCE SAVINGS
Up to $150 off per event.
NON-CONFERENCE LEARNING
Average annual savings: $200
RESOURCES
INVALUABLE
Delivering the best, knowing nothing less will do.
CPE Log
CCH Online Tax Research
Client brochures
Footnote Magazine
HR Hotline
Regulatory updates
Sample HR templates
MEMBER SAVINGS
SKY’S THE LIMIT
Unlock more experiences for less, anytime, anywhere.
MNCPA MARKETPLACE: DEALS & DISCOUNTS
Save big on entertainment, hotels, shopping, restaurants and more.
DELL TECHNOLOGIES
5% discount.
+ so much more!
ADVOCACY
UNMATCHED
We lead the way forward.
Addressing the CPA shortage through MNCPA-sponsored legislation to broaden the path to certification.
Commenting on standards set by regulatory bodies.
Educating lawmakers on issues critical to the accounting profession.
CAREER
UP TO $519 VALUE
Supporting you at every career stage.
ETHICS EXAM
Discounted ethics exam for CPA licensure. (up to $320 value)
RESUME REVIEW
Career Center’s free resume review. ($149 value)
CLASSIFIED ADS
Post a job, internship or volunteer opportunity ($50 savings)
COMMUNITY
INDISPENSABLE
Join a powerful professional network to navigate the challenges of today and tomorrow.
ONLINE COMMUNITIES
Join a member forum and talk about hot topics.
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Build your network and leadership skills while having fun!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Share skills and experience to give back to the profession.
Connect with your profession
Become a part of the largest association of CPAs in Minnesota, leading to opportunities and relationships that are valuable at every stage of your career.
Data last updated July 2025.
3,504
members in public accounting
2,181
members in business & industry
1,520
members in the young professionals group
56%+
hold decision-making roles
591
members volunteered through the MNCPA
1,351
members in government, education or retired.
"Soft skills are often not a CPA’s strength. But that’s what the YPG is for. It’s a breeding ground for experience."
Nick Fitzgerald, CPA
Controller, Cold Bore Capital
Membership pricing
For a limited time, get 15 months of membership for the price of 12!
The following rates apply to new members only.
| Rate class |
15-Month Special |
| Public accounting firm partners, sole proprietors and officers |
$460 |
| Company CFOs, presidents and owners of non-CPA firms |
$410 |
| CPAs holding their certificates for more than 3 years |
$380 |
| CPAs holding their certificates for less than 3 years |
$360 |
| Non-CPAs with more than 3 years of experience |
$380 |
| Non-CPAs with less than 3 years of experience |
$360 |
| Non-residents |
$360 |
| Educators |
$150 |
| Retirees |
$120 |
| Students |
$0 |
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