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pennsylvania cpa requirements

Pennsylvania CPA Requirements: Education, Exam & License Guide

Sophie Macon

18 May 2026

CPA

To become a CPA in Pennsylvania, you'll need to meet the following requirements: Education: 120 semester credits to sit for the exam; one of three pathways to certify, depending on your degree level Exam: Pass all four sections of the Uniform CPA Exam Experience: 1 or 2 years, depending on which education pathway you choose Ethics: No standalone ethics exam required - a genuine exception compared to most states International candidates: No citizenship required, but a Social Security Number is needed Licensure & CPE: Apply to ...