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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 Montana CPA requirements. Please note that obtaining a CPA license in Montana may require additional qualifications including continuing education or work experience.

CPA Exam Requirements in Montana

Education


Bachelor’s degree or higher is required
24 semester hours of accounting (specific courses required please inquire for more info)
24 semester hours of business

View Other Montana Education Requirements.

Residency


U.S. citizenship not required
Montana residency not required

Age


NO Age Requirements

Exam Fees:


Education Evaluation Application Fee: $96
Exam Application Fee $146
Core: Auditing and Attestation (AUD) $262.64
Core: Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR) $262.64
Core: Tax and Regulation (REG) $262.64

Discipline (choose 1):

-Business Analysis and Reporting (BAR)

-Information Systems and Controls (ISC)

-Tax Compliance and Planning (TCP)

$262.64
Total: $1,292.60

Note that the fee structure is subject to change.


CPA License Requirements in Montana

Education


150 semester hours of continuing education is required.

Work Experience


2,000 hours of work experience is required.

Other Qualifications


Pass the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA®) Ethics exam.

Getting your CPA license in Montana may require additional requirements to be met. Since fees, requirements, and rules may change frequently, we recommend contacting the Montana State Board of Accountancy for complete licensing information.

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