CPA Exam
CPA Exam Scores to be Released Earlier
Advances in computer testing for the CPA exam have brought about changes in the timing of when the scores are released, according to the AICPA. Starting fourth quarter, 2011, those whose test results are received by the AICPA within the first 20 days of the testing window are expected to get their results 10 business days after the end of day 20 in the testing window, with scores released Nov. 3.
AICPA Seeks CPAs for Exam Panels
The AICPA is seeking nominations for CPAs interested in sitting on one of four panels that will re-examine the passing score of the new Uniform CPA Examination, CBT-e, which launches on Jan. 1, 2011.
Senate Bill Would Require Master's Degree for CPA Licensure
Sen. Toby Ann Stavisky (D-Queens), the senator who cosponsored the accountancy reform bill in the state Senate last year, has introduced new legislation that would require a master's degree as a minimum education requirement for CPA licensure.
In her memorandum of support for the bill (S5835), Stavisky says it is necessary for CPAs to hold a master's degree because the CPA profession is evolving, which will require CPAs to be "as comprehensively trained as possible to deal with all the nuances of their professional responsibilities."
Test Question: Does CPA Exam Cost Too Much?
Is the $1,279 cost to take the CPA exam in New York too high?
Some members of the New York State Board for Public Accountancy are looking at ways to lower the cost.


