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Knowledge Assessment

Last updated on May 15, 2026

The Knowledge Assessment is a way for applicants who have not recently completed 45 credit hours of business and accounting courses (with specific competency coverage) to demonstrate that they have the prerequisite knowledge that will help them be successful in the CPA Professional Program. To be eligible to write the Knowledge Assessment, applicants must meet the other admission requirements. 

Additional information about the Knowledge Assessment will be shared in 2026.

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