Rhode Island CPA Exam Requirements

Step back in time to the Colonial period and enjoy life as a CPA in RH! View the exam-sitting requirements, licensure requirements, and contact information for the Rhode Island 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 Graduate Degree with concentration in accounting
Citizenship: Citizenship is not required.
Residency: Residency is required.

CPA Licensure Requirements

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

Education: Bachelor's Degree of 150 semester hours is required.
Experience: 1 year experience gained through employment in public practice, government, industry, education or a combination thereof.
Ethics: AICPA Ethics examination is required to be licensed.

State Board Contacts

Get in touch with your local State Board of Accountancy.

Rhode Island Board of Accountancy
401-462-9549
1511 Pontiac Avenue, 68-1
Cranston, RI
State Board Website

Fees

Initial Application Fee	$150.00
AUD	$193.45
BEC	$173.60
FAR	$193.45
REG	$173.60
Total	$884.10

Extras to help you succeed

Applying for the Uniform CPA Examination in Rhode Island
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.