Iowa CPA Exam Requirements

The “Fields of Opportunity” are ripe in the Hawk-Eye State! View the exam-sitting requirements, licensure requirements, and contact information for the Iowa 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 of 120 hours is required to sit for the exam
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 Iowa.

Education: Bachelor's Degree of 150 semester hours is required.
Experience: "1 year experience in more than one employment situation (includes internships) in government industry, academia or public accounting or 2 years experience for attest CPA which includes 1 year of attest and year of general experience."
Ethics: AICPA Ethics examination is required to be licensed.

State Board Contacts

Get in touch with your local State Board of Accountancy.

Iowa Accountancy Examining Board
515-725-9021
200 E. Grand Ave., Suite 350
Des Moines, IA
State Board Website

Fees

Initial Application Fee	$145.00
AUD	$193.45
BEC	$173.60
FAR	$193.45
REG	$173.60
Total	$879.10

Extras to help you succeed

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

Schedule Your Exam

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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.