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NECPA Requirements 2026

Nebraska CPA Requirements

Everything you need to become a CPA in Nebraska

150
Credit Hours
2
Years Experience
$50
License Fee
80
CPE Hours/2 Years

Key Facts

  • 150 credit hours required to sit for exam
  • 2 years of supervised experience required
  • Very low license fees ($50)
  • 80 hours of CPE required every 2 years

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 Credits30
Business Credits36
Additional Requirements:
  • Must include auditing and tax courses

Experience Requirements

Total Experience24 months (2 years)
SupervisionLicensed CPA
Acceptable Experience Types:
  • Public accounting
  • Private industry
  • Government

Exam Eligibility

Education to Sit150 credits required
Minimum AgeNone
Residency RequiredNo
SSN RequiredYes

Licensing & CPE

Initial License Fee$50
Renewal Fee$50
Renewal Period2 years
CPE Hours Required80 per 2 years
Ethics CPE RequiredYes

Nebraska State Board of Accountancy

Nebraska State Board of Public Accountancy

Visit Official Website
(402) 471-3595
nbpa.office@nebraska.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 Nebraska State Board of Accountancy before beginning your application. Last updated: 2026-02-06.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, Nebraska requires the full 150 semester hours before you can sit for the CPA exam.

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