You’ve scheduled your testing appointment, put it in the calendar, and studied for what feels like ages. Weeks later, you’re approaching CPA Exam day and wondering if there’s anything else you should do to get ready for it. Put aside those worries by going over all the things, besides knowledge of the exam material, you...Read More

The CPA exam is challenging. Stress can make it worse. Preparing for and taking the CPA exam is no small feat. It requires hours upon hours of dedicated study time, as well as great focus and confidence. No one wants to deal with CPA exam stress on top of all that. Testing anxiety is a...Read More

Determining when to take the CPA Exam is one of the most important decisions you must make in your pursuit of the Certified Public Accountant certification. The AICPA requires CPA candidates to pass all four sections of the CPA Exam (AUD, BEC, FAR, and, REG) within a rolling 18-month period, so timing is everything. Where...Read More

By Brendan Bailey During my time in college, I had the opportunity to join many accounting clubs that could help me improve my resume and get a job for the future. I was in Beta Gamma Sigma, The CEO (or Entrepreneurship) Club, and Beta Alpha Psi. The accounting club that benefited me more than any...Read More

I’m taking the CPA Exam today. What is the best time to drink coffee? There’s an algorithm for that. Can the U.S. Army help you pass your CPA Exam? Surprisingly enough, yes! According to an article from the Wall Street Journal, the U.S. Army has worked with the Department of Defense to develop an algorithm...Read More

By Brendan Bailey, Gleim Campus Rep One of the biggest issues students face is applying what they learned in the classroom to the process of getting a job during accounting recruiting season. Jobs are not automatically given to students who study hard and get good grades. I have many friends who have a 4.0 GPA...Read More

It’s no surprise that the REG tax law changes are a hot topic of discussion right now because the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) is the most comprehensive tax overhaul since 1986. With these major changes to the tax code already in effect, AND because anywhere from 55% to 85% of any REG exams...Read More

An impersonal answer to the question, “How long does it take to pass the CPA Exam” would be, “On average, a CPA candidate may need 6-12 months to pass the entire CPA Exam.” But a more personalized answer is that it depends on how much time you can devote to studying, which you’ll know once...Read More

Maybe it’s happened to you: You failed a section of the CPA Exam, but your score was SO close. When you receive an exam score that’s just a point or two shy of 75, what are your options? Can you appeal your CPA Exam score? Yes, it is possible in most states. Alternatively, a score...Read More

There is no denying that CPA Exam preparations take a lot of time and effort, but the sooner you begin, the sooner you can pass! How do you start studying for the CPA Exam? First, learn all about the exam in this free guide. Then, follow these five steps. 5 Steps to Start Studying for...Read More