[Anonymous]

Over the past couple of years, I have been wondering what the actual pass rate is for the exam for people who sit for at least one exam. I have come across people who have sat for the exam over 15 times (God bless them), and were not willing to give up until they got it done.

What do you guys think the % is for people who sit for the exam to actual follow through and nail down all 4 before giving up due to repetitive failing scores.

[OnMyWayToCPA]

I attended a presentation in college just over a year and a half ago. If I remember correctly, the presenters were from my state's CPA society. They told us that more than 90% of people who keep trying at the exam will eventually pass.

Not sure where they got the number from or what data they had to back it up.But if it's accurate, then it's encouraging to say the least.

B - 79 PASSED (1/4 there!)
A - 77 PASSED (1/2 there!)
F - 79 PASSED (3/4 there!)
R - 83 PASSED (DONE!!!!!!)
Review Course: Lambers , Wiley and Ninja

[Whatdidyou]

Yes, I believe it.

There was some score report that was floating around these parts for BEC's pass rates (maybe just for a quarter?). Anyways, it said that 1st time pass rate was ~ 55%, and repeating candidate pass rate was ~45%. If you keep on trying & working hard at it, you'll likely pass eventually.

Also, if you are fresh out of school, don't have to work full-time while studying, don't have a family, have a good review course, and/or don't take it last minute without studying adequately (oftentimes people take it due to looming NTS expiration, or deadlines) I think your odds improve dramatically, as plenty of people dealing with some or all of those obstacles pass the exam every window. I tip my hat to them.

Whenever I start to feel bad for myself, I think of those people, and realize that I'm not trying hard enough, I don't deserve a pity party, and I need to get at it. Passing the CPA is very doable, you just have to want it hard enough.

REG - Passed!!
BEC - Passed
FAR - Passed
AUD - Passed

Study Materials: Becker basic course

[Anonymous]

@onmywaytocpa – Those numbers are definitely encouraging to those taking the exam now! I believe it as well, especially after reading the multiple success stories on A71.

@whatdidyou- I agree. I was very fortunate and able to knockout my CPA while obtaining my MBA. I was 23 @ the time and living with my parents. I worked so hard, especially knowing I had an advantage and didn't want to waste my opportunity. I don't know how people w/ full time jobs, kids, and going to school can possibly do it! It is amazing and very inspiring

[Sandra]

If you don't give up you really can't fail.

I passed each section on my first try and really don't think I could have done that in my early 20's when my focus was much more geared towards drinking, drugs and boys. On one hand I think I should have knocked it out years ago but on the other I recognize the value of tackling this as a “grown up”. I guess there aren't statistics that break out pass rates by age, but my guess is that the older candidates to a bit better.

[Anonymous]

What kind of drugs, Sandra? 😀

[Sandra]

Honestly? Mostly coke. Loved it- luckily a short lived habit.

[jenuno01]

lol I need to add you on fb Sandra!

Class of 2012

[Anonymous]

Woah, awesome. You're badass, passing the exam with high scores and partying like that.

I saw it a lot on campus at parties and such. Can't say I've tried it or ever will though.

[Sandra]

Mini just added me so you can probably find me that way?

I'm mostly pretty boring these days though

[Minimorty]

I am not friends with God on FB. He is too cool for me.

Btw – The overall CPA Exam pass rate is WAY too high!

[Minimorty]

@Cash$$ – Pretty sure she wasnt snorting WHILE taking the CPA exam, dude. lol.

[Givemesleep]

I love this site, this is my favorite string.

Reg 11/15/2011 - 80
Aud 02/28/2012 - 81
Bec 05/31/2012 - 78
Far 08/31/2012 - 83 Do you believe in Miracles, YES !!!

CPA License received 10/2012 !!
CFE License received 04/2013 !!
EA License received

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[Anonymous]

@Mini LOL, I guess I read her post to quickly I was so excited!

Is this you btw? 😀

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[Sandra]

ha. You guys never know. Maybe thats how I avoided taking a nap during the test! Nothing like a quick energy boost!

[SuperCPA88]

wtf…they should do drug testing before and after the exams….

FAR|8/32/12|95|20 hrs
AUD|8/32/12|91|15 hrs
BEC|8/33|12|95|10 hrs
REG|8/33/12|98|02 hrs

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