CPA Exams

  • How to pass FAR in five weeks as a mom

    Certified Public Accountant Mom studying for FAR on her laptop while holding her baby

    I had five weeks before REG expired and had to pass FAR, the biggest of the four CPA exams. I had failed once before, but not this time. This time, I was approaching the 18-month window and had to pass. Guess what? I did it and became a CPA! Keep reading to learn how I […]

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  • Four mistakes you’re making when studying for the CPA Exams

    Certified Public Accountant candidate with a book over her head standing outside in front of a brick wall after failing the CPA exams

    I immediately broke down and cried in the partner’s office after he asked if I passed FAR. I couldn’t believe I had failed three CPA exams in a row. This time, by two points. I knew something had to change. In six months, I came back strong and finished the last three parts of my […]

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  • Choosing the Best Master’s Degree: MBA vs. MSA

    Graduate student deciding between MBA or MSA standing outside with a graduation cap shrugging her shoulder in a red floral dress

    Deciding which master’s degree to pursue left a pit in my stomach. The time, money, and commitment to a graduate degree were significant. It took a year to finally decide after talking to working professionals, the university’s career counselors, and many of my friends going through the same thing. Keep reading to see what I […]

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  • The best way to get 150 credit hours for your CPA

    Certified Public Accountant candidate determining best way to get 150 education hours to earn her CPA license while sitting with her dog on her bed on her laptop

    To become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), students must complete 150 semester education credit hours. Did you know there are three different options to meet that rule? You may have graduated with 120 credit hours, changed your major halfway, or accounting is your second degree. Regardless of where you are in your journey, I’ve got […]

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