Start Pursuing the CPA with Confidence
You’ve made the decision to pursue the CPA license. Now it’s about turning that commitment into a clear, manageable path forward.
TXCPA connects you with the resources, guidance and professional community to help you navigate the CPA Exam, understand Texas requirements and build the experience needed for licensure.
From exam prep to career support, this is where your next step takes shape.
Support and Community Throughout Your Journey
Pursuing the CPA is a significant commitment, but you don’t have to navigate it on your own.
TXCPA connects you with a professional community that understands the challenges of the CPA journey and is invested in your success. Whether you’re preparing for the exam, gaining experience or balancing work and study, you’ll find support at every stage.
- Mentor Match – connect with experienced CPAs who can offer guidance, share insight and help you stay on track
- TXCPA Exchange – engage with peers and professionals, ask questions and learn from shared experiences
- Peer Assistance – access confidential support and resources when you need them most
- Scholarships – Offset the cost of your education and exam journey with scholarships designed for future CPAs.
These connections provide not just answers, but perspective, encouragement and a sense of belonging as you move toward licensure.
As you pursue the CPA, you can:
- Access CPA Exam resources, mock exams and study guidance
- Understand Texas licensing requirements and timelines
- Connect with CPAs who can offer real-world advice and support
- Explore scholarships and programs that support your journey
- Build relationships that lead to career opportunities
Membership Options for Your Stage
As you pursue the CPA, TXCPA offers membership options designed to support you at every step:
- Student Membership – stay connected as you complete your education
- Candidate Membership – access resources while preparing for the CPA Exam
- Accounting and Finance Professionals – continue your engagement as you grow in your career
Learn from CPAs in the Field
As you pursue the CPA, understanding how the profession works in real life can help you make more confident decisions about your future.
Explore insights from CPAs across Texas who share their career paths, experiences and perspectives on the profession. From public accounting to corporate finance, their stories highlight the many ways a CPA license can shape your career.
You’ll gain a clearer picture of what to expect, how to prepare and where this path can take you.
Understanding the CPA Path in Texas
Becoming a CPA in Texas includes four key steps:
- Complete your education requirements
- Apply for and pass the Uniform CPA Exam
- Gain required professional experience under a licensed CPA
- Apply for your license through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy
Each step builds toward a credential that positions you for long-term career growth and leadership opportunities.
Official Requirements & Licensing in Texas
The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) is the regulatory agency for public accounting in Texas. They manage CPA licensing, applications and exam approvals.
For official guidance, contact:
Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA)
505 E. Huntland Dr, Ste 380
Austin, TX 78752-3757
Phone: 512-305-7800
Exam Questions: 512-305-7851
Email: exam@tsbpa.texas.gov
Visit the TSBPA exam/qualification webpage.
What’s Next?
You’re building momentum. Take the final step toward licensure and start planning your transition into a licensed CPA.
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Scholarships
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