Skip to main content

Beginning of Main Content

Academic Prerequisites

Academic Prerequisites

Find out everything you need to begin

Paths to the CPA Designation

There are several paths to the CPA designation. Each pathway has unique prerequisites and certification requirements, as outlined below:

CPA PATH
The most common path to achieve the CPA designation.
Prerequisites
  • 120 credit-hour degree or equivalent.
  • Completion of specific Subject Area Coverage.
    Grade Requirements:
  • Minimum 60% in each core course.
  • Minimum 50% in each non-core course.
  • Minimum 65% GPA in core prerequisite requirements.
  • Currency of education limits apply.
Learn More
CPA-ACCREDITED PATH
A path for students in Ontario CPA-Accredited Programs which allows for some exemptions from the CPA PEP.
Prerequisites
  • Must complete a CPA-Accredited Program at a post-secondary institution. See Schedule B for details.
  • Determination of successful completion of CPA-Accredited Program requirements are facilitated directly with the post-secondary institution’s program offices.
Learn More
51 CREDIT-HOUR PATH
A path with the opportunity to challenge portions of the CPA PEP.
Transcript Assessment deadline: Oct 1, 2018
Student Registration deadline: Oct 17, 2018
Prerequisites
  • 120 credit-hour degree or equivalent.
  • Completion of 51 credit-hour academic requirements.
    Grade Requirements:
  • A passing grade in each course.
  • Minimum 70% GPA in required courses.
  • Currency of education limits apply.
Learn More