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north carolina cpa requirements

North Carolina CPA Requirements: Education, Exam & License Guide

Sophie Macon

19 May 2026

CPA

To become a CPA in North Carolina, you'll need to meet the following requirements: Education: A bachelor's degree with an accounting concentration to sit for the exam; one of three pathways to get licensed, depending on your degree level Exam: Pass all four sections of the Uniform CPA Exam, within a rolling 30-month window Experience: 1 or 2 years of qualifying accounting experience, depending on your pathway Ethics: Complete the NC Accountancy Law course (8 hours, NCACPA only) within 12 months of applying for ...