Education Requirements

• 150 Semester Units: Including a bachelor's degree.

• Accounting Courses: 24 hours of upper division or graduate level accounting.

• Business Courses: 24 semester hours of business courses.

Residency Requirements

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is not required.

• Minimum Age: 18.

• Residency: Must be a resident, regularly employed in the State, or a University of Wyoming graduate.

• Education Completion Deadline: Educational requirements must be completed no later than 90 days after the first exam section date.

CPA Exam Requirements

• Experience: 1 year (2,000 hours) of experience in the last 5 years prior to the application date.

• Experience Verification: Must be verified by an active CPA.

• Experience Fields: Must include services in accounting or auditing, tax service, management or financial advisory service, or consulting service.

Ethics Exam Requirements

• Pass AICPA Professional Ethics Exam: Required for licensure.

International CPA Examination Program

• Participation: Yes, Wyoming participates in the International Exam Program.

• Eligibility: International candidates must meet Wyoming's CPA requirements.

CPA Exam and Licensing Cost in Wyoming

• Initial Application Fees: $110.

• Exam Section Fees:

• AUD: $224.99

• BEC: $224.99

• FAR: $224.99

• REG: $224.99

• Total Initial Fees: $1,009.96

• Re-Examination Application Fee: $50.

License Renewal Requirements

• Renewal Frequency: Specific renewal details should be confirmed with the Wyoming Board of Certified Public Accountants.

• Continuing Professional Education (CPE): Required for license renewal, with details available through the state board.

Conclusion

To become a CPA in Wyoming, candidates need to meet specific educational and experience requirements, pass the CPA and ethics exams, and comply with ongoing CPE requirements. The Wyoming Board of Certified Public Accountants oversees the licensure process and provides resources for candidates.