Maryland CPA Exam Requirements

From Fort McHenry to Gaithersburg, there is always something to do as a CPA in Maryland! View the exam-sitting requirements, licensure requirements, and contact information for the Maryland 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
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 Maryland.

Education: Bachelor's Degree of 150 semester hours is required.
Experience: 1 year of practical work experience that is obtained through employment 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.

Maryland State Board of Public Accountancy
410-230-6224
500 N. Calvert Street, 3rd Floor
Baltimore, MD
State Board Website

Fees

Initial Application Fee	$60.00
AUD	$249.00
BEC	$198.00
FAR	$237.00
REG	$211.00
Total	$955.00

Extras to help you succeed

Applying for the Uniform CPA Examination in Maryland
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.