Applications are accepted year-round. Submit your application based on when you plan to start your first CPA Preparatory Course.
Annual Student Dues
CPAWSB's academic year runs from April 1 to March 31.
- Applications submitted before September 30 must pay the full year student dues.
- Applications submitted between October 1 and March 31 must pay the half year student dues.
Your student dues expire on March 31 and must be renewed if you continue your studies in the next academic year.
For more information, see Annual Re-enrollment.
- Log in to My CPA Portal.
- Click on PROGRAM ADMISSION > ADMISSION APPLICATION.
- Complete all the required information:
- Accounting Body: Select the province or territory where you live and work.
- CPA Program: Select PREP and select the first academic session you plan to start.
- Registration Category:
- New Student: If you've never applied for an admission application before
- Re-admission: If you previously enrolled in CPA Preparatory Courses and are reapplying to take more courses.
- Transfer In: If you are transferring in from a province outside Western Canada (BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon, Northwest Territories, or Nunavut).
- Fill out remaining required information
- Submit your application.
Processing Time
Applications are typically processed within two to three business days, although processing may take longer during peak periods.
You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been processed. You are referred to as a student while enrolled in CPA preparatory courses with CPAWSB.
Once approved, you can register for any CPA Preparatory Courses for which you meet the prerequisites.
