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Below you will find the appropriate prerequisites, test center locations, exam fees, resources, and contact information to help you better understand all Alabama CPA requirements. Please note that obtaining a CPA license in Alabama may require additional qualifications, including continuing education or work experience.

CPA Exam Requirements in Alabama

Education


Bachelor’s degree required
120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours required to sit for the CPA Exam
At least 24 semester hours or equivalent quarter hours in accounting at the upper division undergraduate and/or graduate level
At least 24 semester hours or equivalent quarter hours in business courses

View Other Alabama Education Requirements.

Residency


U.S. citizenship required

Alabama residency not required

Age


Minimum 19 years old

Exam Fees:


Initial Application Fee/Credit Transfer $120
Core: Auditing and Attestation (AUD) $265.57
Core: Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) $265.57
Core: Tax and Regulation (REG) $265.57
Discipline (choose 1):

  • Business Analysis and Reporting (BAR)
  • Information Systems and Controls (ISC)
  • Tax Compliance and Planning (TCP)
$265.57
Total: $1,182.30

Note that the fee structure is subject to change.


CPA License Requirements in Alabama

Education


150 semester hours of continuing education required

Work Experience


1-2 years of work experience required

Other Qualifications


Social Security Number (SSN) required

Getting your CPA license in Alabama may require additional requirements. Since fees, requirements, and rules may change frequently, we recommend contacting the Alabama State Board of Accountancy for the most up-to-date licensing information.

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