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ORCPA Requirements 2026

Oregon CPA Requirements

Everything you need to become a CPA in Oregon

150
Credit Hours
2
Years Experience
$100
License Fee
80
CPE Hours/2 Years

Key Facts

  • 150 credit hours required for licensure
  • 2 years of supervised experience required
  • Biennial renewal cycle
  • 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 Credits24
Business Credits24
Additional Requirements:
  • Must include auditing course

Experience Requirements

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

Exam Eligibility

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

Licensing & CPE

Initial License Fee$100
Renewal Fee$100
Renewal Period2 years
CPE Hours Required80 per 2 years
Ethics CPE RequiredYes

Oregon State Board of Accountancy

Oregon Board of Accountancy

Visit Official Website
(503) 378-4181
oregon.boa@boa.oregon.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 Oregon State Board of Accountancy before beginning your application. Last updated: 2026-02-06.

Frequently Asked Questions

Oregon requires 2 years (24 months) of supervised experience under a licensed CPA.

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