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Candidates are responsible for reviewing the Uniform CPA Examination tutorial and sample tests. Thorough familiarity with the Examination’s functionality, format, and directions is required before candidates report to test centers. Failure to follow the directions provided in the tutorial and sample test, including the directions on how to respond, may adversely affect candidate scores.

CBT-e Launch - 1/1/2011

On January 1, 2011, many CPA Examination changes will be introduced, including new Content and Skill Specification Outlines (CSOs/SSOs), an updated authoritative literature release with a new research task format, short Task-Based Simulations (TBS), as well as a new section structure, time allocations, and scoring weights.

Access to Authoritative Literature

CPA candidates who have been deemed eligible to take the CPA Examination (those who have received Notices to Schedule) are eligible for a free six-month subscription to online access to authoritative literature used on the CPA Examination.

Tutorial and Sample Tests

The Tutorial demonstrates the tools available to candidates and the Examination’s functionality. The Sample Tests provide a preview of the Examination experience. Candidates are required to review both the Tutorial and Sample Tests before they report for the Examination.

Candidate Bulletin

The Uniform CPA Examination Candidate Bulletin is the official handbook for CPA Examination applicants.

CPA Examination FAQs

Answers to Frequently- Asked Questions (FAQs), organized by topic, provide information about the major aspects of the CPA Examination.

New 2011 Uniform CPA Examination

The guide, "New 2011 Uniform CPA Examination", provides an overview of the CBT-e changes effective January 1, 2011. The changes include updates to content, exam structure, time allocations, scoring weights, and functionality.

ThisWayToCPA.com

ThisWayToCPA.com is an AICPA website for college students and professionals who are interested in becoming a CPA. Navigate through the Exam & Licensure section for a step by step walkthrough of the application and licensure process.