Washington, D.C. CPA requirements
We know it’s difficult to know where to start when you’re ready to earn your certified public accountant (CPA) license. To help you know exactly what you need to meet the Washington DC CPA requirements, we’re sharing an overview of what you need to sit for the CPA Exam plus what you need to obtain and maintain your license. To stay on top of any updates or changes, it’s also important to check with the Washington DC State Board of Accountancy.
Washington DC CPA license requirements
In addition to passing the CPA Exam, you must also fulfill additional Washington DC CPA requirements to obtain licensure.
Education requirements
All CPA candidates must have 150 semester hours (225 quarter hours), which must include the accounting and law courses needed to sit for the CPA Exam.
Ethics requirements
CPA candidates are not required to pass an ethics exam prior to licensure.
Experience requirements
To apply for licensure, you must have 2,000 hours of full- or part-time accounting employment, verified by a licensed CPA in either government, academia, public practice or industry. Your work experience should include accounting, attest services, management advisory, compilation, tax skills, financial advisory and consulting skills.
Residency requirements
Washington DC does not require proof of residency norUnited States citizenship to apply for licensure.
Washington DC CPA license renewals
Washington DC CPAs must renew their license every two years. The renewal cycle occurs from January 1 to December 31 biennially.