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virginia cpa requirements

Virginia CPA Requirements: Education, Exam & License Guide

Sophie Macon

19 May 2026

CPA

To become a CPA in Virginia, you'll need to meet the following requirements: Education: A bachelor's degree or higher with an accounting concentration - Virginia has removed the minimum total credit hour requirement as of 1 January 2026 Exam: Pass all four sections of the Uniform CPA Exam, within a rolling 30-month window Experience: 1 or 2 years of qualifying work experience, depending on your pathway Ethics: Pass the AICPA Professional Ethics exam (90% minimum) before licensure, plus an annual Virginia-specific ethics course ongoing International ...