CPA Exam Scores and Results

A CPA is a certified public accountant and there is an exam out there that ensures that all of the accountants know what it is that they are doing and also that they all follow the rules.  In the U.S. as well it is important to ensure that all of the C.P.A.s takes the exam itself in their own state.  For this reason if a CPA moves from one state to another they must take a recertification exam in the state they are planning to take up residence in.  This ensures that there are always CPAs who are responsible and know the area in which they practice as laws can vary from state to state. 

In order to become a CPA the first steps include a 4 year degree in the subject of accounting.  After this there is another year of work which is called the 150 rule which ensures that CPAs are able to have all of the expertise they will need as they get ready to go into the field and help others.  The next step that is available for an aspiring CPA is to take the test itself.  The test is called the Uniformed Accountant Public Certified Exam and it is administered by the National Association of the Boards of Accountancy.

The Exam itself is divided into 4 parts and handles the complete competency to ensure that those who are planning on moving into the field of accounting know all of the necessary laws as well as are ready to go into the field the moment that they pass all four parts of the exam.  After one part of the exam is passed one thing that is important to remember is that the other parts must also be passed within the span of 18 months.  This means that it is the responsibility of the test taker to assure that they are able to pass all four parts in 18 months.  If you do not in fact pass one part make certain that you have made the necessary steps happen to be able to get assistance whether that is a study buddy or a Kaplan class to be able to move forward with the process of learning and also having access to all of the necessary resources to take and pass the exam for a final time.  After the test is taken the next step is to find out your test scores and ensure that you passed everything.

The reporting of your test scores is the next step to ensuring a successful career as a CPA.  One thing that is a bit unusual in the way that the exams are handled is that they have a schedule in which they are reported.  This means that one half of the exam scores are reported in the first quarter of the year while the second half are reported in the second half of the year.  This is really great to ensure that you will be able to have access to the best possible resources to retake the exam.  In addition to this the scores are not released to the test taker but are instead released to the NASBA who then reports the scores to the state boards of accountancy.  By handling things this way it ensures that the correct information gets to everyone as quickly as possible and the CPA can know their scores as quickly as possible.

NASBA reports the scores to the individual student in an online forum so that they will know as quickly as possible and will be able to have them in a secure format.  This way the results are transmitted in a method that will ensure that the future CPA will be able to look at their scores and will be able to find out what to expect as far as the future scores as well.  All of the exams will include the name, the date of the exam as well as the person who is taking it.  The exam requires a passing score of 75 or higher ensuring that the learner is able to take in and process all of the complex information to deal with the complicated laws of different states.

The test is scored as well on a scale of 0-99 ensuring that all of the highest scores are also appreciated and celebrated.  Those who take and pass the exam may also find that there is a state section which is also inserted into the exam.  With that section it may be a pass or fail situation in which it is necessary to pass everything for the score of 100 percent in order to be able to move on to the next section of the test.  If you do not pass the state section of the test it may be necessary to take that portion of the test again.  Because of different laws in different states it is very necessary to ensure that everyone who takes the test is ready to practice accounting in their specified state.

Conclusion:

Taking the test should not be a concern, make certain you study hard and follow all of the guidance given.  If you have a specific question about an exam question or practice make sure that you reach out to the company to ensure that you have the best possible answers to all of your questions and the state accounting boards will be able to help.  Good Luck!