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illinois cpa requirements

Illinois CPA Requirements: Education, Exam & License Guide

Sophie Macon

18 May 2026

CPA

To become a CPA in Illinois, you'll need to meet the following requirements: Education: 120 semester hours to sit for the exam; 150 hours to certify Exam: Pass all four sections of the Uniform CPA Exam, plus the AICPA Ethics Exam Experience: 1 year of qualifying work experience Certification then licensure: Illinois is a two-tier state, so you'll first receive certification from the Illinois Board of Examiners (ILBOE), then apply separately for your license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) International ...