Arizona CPA Exam Requirements

From ski resorts to the Grand Canyon, Arizona truly is the Sweetheart State. View the exam-sitting requirements, licensure requirements, and contact information for the Arizona State Board of Accountancy below.

CPA Exam Requirements

Check if you meet the requirements to sit for the exam.

Age: 18
Education: Bachelor's degree of 120 hours is required to sit for the exam 36 semester hours in accounting courses is required
Citizenship: Citizenship is not required.
Residency: Residency is not required.

CPA Licensure Requirements

Here’s what you need to become licensed in the state of Arizona.

Education: Bachelor's Degree of 150 semester hours is required.
Experience: 1 year in private industry or government agency. Volunteer or intern work is eligible as long as it meets the definition of experience and is performed under a qualified person in the accounting field
Ethics: AICPA Ethics examination is required to be licensed.

State Board Contacts

Get in touch with your local State Board of Accountancy.

Arizona State Board of Accountancy
602-364-0804
100 N. 15th Avenue, Room 165
Phoenix, AZ
State Board Website

Fees

Initial Application Fee	$100.00
AUD	$190.35
BEC	$171.25
FAR	$190.35
REG	$171.25
Total	$823.20

Extras to help you succeed

Applying for the Uniform CPA Examination in Arizona
View CPA Exam Requirements in Other States

Schedule Your Exam

View local Prometric testing centers and schedule your exam.

To receive your CPA license additional requirements may be necessary. As fees and rules may change, we recommend contacting your State Board of Accountancy for more information.