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Below you will find the basic prerequisites, test center locations, exam fees, resources, and contact information to help you better understand all Alaska CPA requirements. There may be additional qualifications including continuing education or work experience. For help with further requirements, we offer FREE U.S. CPA Exam Eligibility Assessments to anyone purchasing or already purchased a 4-part UWorld CPA Review Course. We will provide you continued support throughout the application process at no additional charge.

The data on this page was last reviewed and updated in January 2024.

CPA Exam Requirements in Alaska

Education


Baccalaureate degree is required.
120 total semester hours
At least 15 semester hours of accounting

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Residency


US citizenship is not required.
Alaska residency is not required.

Age


Minimum age: 19 Years Old

Exam Fees:


Education Evaluation Application $115.00
Auditing $357.80
Financial $357.80
Regulation $357.80
Business Analysis and Reporting $357.80
Information Systems and Controls $357.80
Tax Compliance and Planning $357.80
Total: $1,546.20

* Registration fee for re-examination depends on the number of parts you are retaking. Fees are always subject to change.


CPA License Requirements in AK

Education


150 semester hours

80 hours of continuing education is required.

 

Work Experience


Work experience is required.

Other Qualification


Pass AICPA Ethics Exam

Getting your CPA license in Alaska can mean that additional requirements must be met. Since fees, requirements, and rules may change on a frequent basis, we highly recommend contacting the Alaska State Board of Accountancy for complete licensing information.

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