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IDCPA Requirements 2026

Idaho CPA Requirements

Everything you need to become a CPA in Idaho

150
Credit Hours
1
Year Experience
$75
License Fee
80
CPE Hours/Year

Key Facts

  • 150 credit hours required for licensure
  • 1 year of supervised experience required
  • Low license fees ($75 annually)
  • 80 hours of CPE required annually

Education & Experience Requirements

Verify Before Applying: Requirements shown are for informational purposes and may have changed. Always confirm current requirements with the official state board before beginning your application.

Education Requirements

Degree RequiredBachelor's degree
Total Credit Hours150
Accounting Credits24
Business Credits24
Additional Requirements:
  • Must include auditing, tax, and financial accounting

Experience Requirements

Total Experience12 months (1 year)
SupervisionLicensed CPA
Acceptable Experience Types:
  • Public accounting
  • Private industry
  • Government

Exam Eligibility

Education to SitBachelor's degree with 24 accounting credits
Minimum AgeNone
Residency RequiredNo
SSN RequiredYes

Licensing & CPE

Initial License Fee$75
Renewal Fee$75
Renewal Period1 year
CPE Hours Required80 per year
Ethics CPE RequiredYes

Idaho State Board of Accountancy

Idaho State Board of Accountancy

Visit Official Website
(208) 334-2490
isba@isba.idaho.gov

Application Tips

  • 1.Verify current requirements on the official state board website before applying
  • 2.Have official transcripts sent directly from your educational institution
  • 3.Allow 4-6 weeks for application processing
  • 4.Keep copies of all submitted documents for your records
Disclaimer: Requirements may change. Always verify current requirements with the Idaho State Board of Accountancy before beginning your application. Last updated: 2026-02-06.

Frequently Asked Questions

Idaho requires 80 hours of CPE each year, including ethics. This is higher than many states that require 80 hours over 2 years.

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