Connecticut CPA Requirements (2026): Exam and License
Connecticut exam entry, license pathways, coursework, and fees, with researched changes for your 2027 plan.
Checkpoint 1
Can I take the exam?
Course conflict
Connecticut’s official exam pages disagree on course counts: DCP’s exam page lists 27 accounting and 24 business/economics credits, while NASBA guidance describes 120 total credits with 24 accounting and 22 business.
Check exam entryCheckpoint 2
Can I obtain the license?
Connecticut’s three licensing combinations have been available since October 1, 2025. Licensing concentration requirements and the AICPA ethics exam remain separate requirements.
Degree, concentration, qualifying experience, and any additional application conditions must be checked together.
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Connecticut CPA Exam eligibility
Connecticut’s official exam pages disagree on course counts: DCP’s exam page lists 27 accounting and 24 business/economics credits, while NASBA guidance describes 120 total credits with 24 accounting and 22 business.
- Do not choose a course threshold based on whichever page is more convenient.
- Ask DCP or its exam evaluator to confirm the controlling concentration for your application and keep the response with your transcript record.
Map your transcript
Connecticut accounting and business coursework
Read each row as a separate checkpoint. Course level, required subjects, degree status, and exceptions can matter as much as the total. The board or designated evaluator determines which courses qualify.
| Checkpoint | Accounting | Business / related subjects | Degree and other conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| DCP exam page | 27 credits | 24 business/economics credits | Conflicts with other official exam guidance |
| NASBA exam page | 24 credits | 22 business credits | 120 total credits; obtain controlling clarification |
| License | 27 credits | 24 business credits | Selected degree and experience combination |
Collect the evidence
Degree award, official transcript, course descriptions, and any required evaluation.
Map accepted subjects
Separate accounting, business, ethics, and other required subjects without assuming overlap.
Resolve the exact gap
Ask about the disputed course or condition before paying for another class or application.
Education plus experience
Connecticut CPA license pathways
Connecticut’s three licensing combinations have been available since October 1, 2025. Licensing concentration requirements and the AICPA ethics exam remain separate requirements.
| Route / availability | Education | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Post-bachelor’s route | Qualifying post-bachelor’s education and concentration | 1 year |
| 150-credit route | Bachelor’s degree with 150 credits and concentration | 1 year |
| Bachelor’s route | Qualifying bachelor’s degree and concentration | 2 years |
- The licensing concentration uses 27 accounting and 24 business credits.
- AICPA ethics requires 90%. Certificate registration and a practice license are different outcomes with different charges.
Dates that affect your decision
Planning for Connecticut CPA requirements in 2027
For a 2027 application, resolve the exam concentration conflict first; the existence of three license paths does not settle exam admission.
October 1, 2025
EffectiveThree licensing combinations
These are existing options, not a speculative 2027 change.
Worked planning example
24 accounting credits but conflicting advice
Illustrative candidate scenario, not an eligibility determination.
Starting point
Your transcript has 24 accounting and 22 business credits, matching one official exam page but not the other.
What the rules mean
The source conflict prevents a reliable yes/no eligibility answer from the page alone.
Next action
Request written clarification from DCP before paying or choosing additional courses. You can begin section practice while the transcript question is resolved.
From education to an appointment
How to apply and prepare in Connecticut
- 1
Confirm the application owner
Use the official exam instructions linked above to identify the board or designated exam service. Exam and license applications may go to different owners.
- 2
Prepare the education record
Arrange official transcripts and any required evaluation, degree evidence, course descriptions, identity, and state-specific records. Resolve the exact eligibility question before paying.
- 3
Apply for a section you can prepare for
After the responsible authority confirms eligibility, follow its section application and payment instructions. Keep the actual application and examination charges separate.
- 4
Use the Notice to Schedule
Check the authorized section, name, and expiration on the NTS. Book the testing appointment through the official scheduling process within that authorization.
- 5
Complete the exam and license file
Pass AUD, FAR, REG, and one Discipline, then complete the selected license route’s education, experience, ethics, and documentation requirements. Track each official deadline separately.
This sequence organizes your planning. The state-specific facts and exceptions in the sections above take priority; the official application instructions establish the required filing order.
Budget separate charges
Connecticut CPA exam and application fees
These are individually sourced charges, not a complete licensing budget or an official 2027 fee schedule. Evaluation, section applications, testing, ethics, background checks, international testing, rescheduling, and licensing can be separate costs.
| Charge | Published amount | What it covers | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education evaluation | $96.00 | Evaluation charge listed by NASBA. Foreign-education evaluation may be separate. | Verify this charge |
| Exam section application | $96.00 | Follow the jurisdiction’s section-application rules. Do not assume one application charge covers all four sections. | Verify this charge |
| Each exam section | $268.59 | One section’s examination charge, separate from its application charge. | Verify this charge |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the Connecticut CPA Exam requirements in 2026?
- Connecticut’s official exam pages disagree on course counts: DCP’s exam page lists 27 accounting and 24 business/economics credits, while NASBA guidance describes 120 total credits with 24 accounting and 22 business. Do not choose a course threshold based on whichever page is more convenient. Ask DCP or its exam evaluator to confirm the controlling concentration for your application and keep the response with your transcript record.
- Does Connecticut require 150 hours for CPA licensure in 2026?
- Connecticut’s three licensing combinations have been available since October 1, 2025. Licensing concentration requirements and the AICPA ethics exam remain separate requirements. Post-bachelor’s route: Qualifying post-bachelor’s education and concentration; 1 year. 150-credit route: Bachelor’s degree with 150 credits and concentration; 1 year. Bachelor’s route: Qualifying bachelor’s degree and concentration; 2 years.
- How should I plan for Connecticut CPA requirements in 2027?
- For a 2027 application, resolve the exam concentration conflict first; the existence of three license paths does not settle exam admission.
- Are Connecticut exam eligibility and licensing the same?
- They are separate checkpoints. The source conflict prevents a reliable yes/no eligibility answer from the page alone. Request written clarification from DCP before paying or choosing additional courses. You can begin section practice while the transcript question is resolved.
- What should I confirm before applying in Connecticut?
- The 27/24 versus 24/22 exam-course conflict remains unresolved. Licensing information is presented separately.
- Does a CPAPass account apply for my Connecticut license?
- No. CPAPass provides CPA Exam practice and study planning. The state board and its designated services evaluate education, approve exam applications, and issue licenses or permits.
Evidence and review dates
Official Connecticut requirements sources
Core research date: . Licensing review date: . Proposed rules, effective dates, and unresolved details remain labeled in the relevant sections. Official authorities decide eligibility; this guide helps you prepare the questions and records.