[Chase]

I recently graduated on June 12th with a BS and all of the 225 units required. I am wondering how people are able to sit for the exams prior to getting their degree conferred to them, I live in California. My counselor told me that my official transcripts will be ready by the end of July. I also know that it will take the CBA at least 8-12 weeks to process my information since I am a first-time applicant. I do not want to waste all of this time on paperwork while I could be knocking out CPA exams before I start working. Is there a way for me to sit for the exams while all this paperwork is getting processed?

[monikernc]

No, but you may be able to apply another state that is quicker at the same time. NC is pretty quick, no residency requirement, no NASBA middleman – more money and you will still have to transfer grades and meet CA education requirements at some point but you can do all that as a NC candidate or another state that process their own applications. Bottom line, though, your education has to be evaluated and approved before you can take the exams in any state.

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[Chase]

Thanks for the response, I guess ill have to play the waiting game. Do you know if it is a good idea to mail my application remittance form the next day after I have requested my transcripts to be sent to the CBA? Or do I need to wait until they have approved my educational requirements to mail in my remittance form?

[monikernc]

I don’t know. Someone from CA will need to help with question.

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AUD 10/30/15 93
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