CPA Exam FAQs

What are the four CPA Exam sections and how long do they take?
Auditing and Attestation: 4.5 hours
Financial Accounting & Reporting: 4 hours
Business Environment & Concepts: 2.5 hours
Regulation: 3 hours

How much does it cost to sit for the Exam in Indiana?
Application fee: $135
Auditing and Attestation: $230.55
Financial Accounting & Reporting: $180.95
Business Environment & Concepts: $218.15
Regulation: $193.35

*If you need to retake an Exam section, a registration fee will be charged in addition to re-examination fees. Fees vary from $60-$105.

How soon after graduation should I sit for the CPA Exam?
Begin taking the exam as soon as possible. Your work load isn’t going to get easier and it’s best to take the exam while the information is still fresh.

What’s the best way to study for the CPA Exam?
It depends on your personality. From CPA Exam Review Course providers to self study, CPA Candidates need to dedicate time to studying and commit to passing the four exam sections.

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What’s the best order to take the Exam sections?
The Exam is different for everyone. Some want to take the "easy" sections first. Others want to begin with the what they consider to be the "hard" sections. Regardless of the order, studying and dedicating time to the Exam is the most important thing.

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