Illinois CPA Exam Requirements

From downtown Chicago to Wrigley Field, there is always something to do in Illinois! Thinking of taking the CPA Exam? View the exam-sitting requirements, licensure requirements, and contact information for the Illinois State Board of Accountancy below.

CPA Exam Requirements

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

Age: No Age Requirement
Education: Bachelor's degree with 150 hours is required to sit for the exam Candidates can receive ""provisional"" approval to sit while completing requirements.
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 Illinois.

Education: Bachelor's Degree of 150 semester hours is required.
Experience: 1 year general experience in government, industry academia or public practice.
Ethics: AICPA Ethics examination is required to be licensed.

State Board Contacts

Get in touch with your local State Board of Accountancy.

Illinois Board of Examiners
815-753-8900
1120 E Diehl Rd., Suite 107
Naperville, IL
State Board Website

Fees

Initial Application Fee	$120.00
AUD	$193.45
BEC	$173.60
FAR	$193.45
REG	$173.60
Total	$854.10

Extras to help you succeed

Applying for the Uniform CPA Examination in Illinois
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.