If your CPA exam is approaching fast and you need an effective way to study, consider an Austin CPA exam prep course offered by Varsity Tutors. Otherwise known as the Uniform Certified Public Accountant exam, the CPA is an important step towards becoming a professional accountant. If you don't pass this test, it's impossible to become certified, and it's a requirement in all 55 jurisdictions of the United States. It's safe to say that your future career as an accountant hinges upon this challenging test. This is exactly why it's so important to study as best you can, and a prep course can help you reach for your highest goals in this regard.
With all that said, the CPA exam isn't the only requirement for certification in the United States. The examination is only one aspect of the "Three Es," and the other two components are education and experience. Still, the CPA exam is important because it accurately determines your ability to serve as a professional accountant in the real world. You'll be tested on a wide range of different skills and concepts that accountants rely on in their everyday careers.
All kinds of different students take the CPA exam every single year. Some are working professionals who want to challenge themselves and advance in their careers. Maybe your education has been leading to a career in accounting for many years. You might have studied related courses at the University of Texas in Austin, or Saint Edward's University. Whatever the case may be, the CPA exam is the logical next step, and a prep course might make a real difference as you study.
What Might You Learn With An Austin CPA Exam Course?
It's important to understand the overall structure of the CPA exam in order to study effectively. This is a lengthy examination process which comprises of four separate sections. Each section has a time limit of four hours, which means that you'll to take each one in a separate sitting. You'll have 18 months in which to complete all four sections, so you can study in stages if you'd like. With each section, a passing grade of at least 75% is required.
Each section will test your knowledge of a specific aspect of accountancy. These topics include Regulation, Financial Accounting and Reporting, Auditing and Attestation, and finally Business Environment and Concepts. Each exam section follows the same basic structure, with 62 to 76 multiple choice questions and a few task-based simulation. In addition, the Business Environment and Concepts section includes a written component.
With this general structure in mind, you can tackle the exam in a strategic manner. Your prep course instructor might help you develop skills for each type of question, whether they're in multiple-choice format or task-based simulations. For example, speed and efficiency are two important factors when answering multiple choice questions in a time limit. Your prep course might help you learn how to reach for your full potential within the time limits. Strategies might include figuring out how long you should spend on each question, and skipping questions that are taking up too much time.
How Does An Austin CPA Exam Course Help You Learn?
Your Austin CPA exam course will focus on a collaborative, interactive learning approach. You'll study along with other like-minded students in a virtual classroom that you can access from anywhere. A knowledgeable instructor will guide you through difficult concepts that might appear on your CPA exam. As you delve deeper into these topics, you can ask questions and voice your opinion whenever appropriate. Other students can do the same, and this positive exchange of ideas might lead to lively class discussions. During class discussions, fellow students might ask questions or raise issues that you never considered. This could lead to a much deeper, more enriched learning experience. And if you still have unanswered questions, you can always speak with your instructor in a one-on-one setting.
How Can You Sign Up For An Austin CPA Exam Class?
Whether you're a busy student or a working professional, it's easy to find a class that fits your schedule. You can choose between night classes, weekend classes, and even classes during your lunch break. You'll also choose between a two-week and four-week class. New classes start up every single month, so you can start studying effectively soon. The CPA is an extensive, challenging series of examinations, and it makes sense to study as best you can. An Austin CPA exam class might be a great way to do just that, so call Varsity Tutors today for more information.

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Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Dallas - Bachelor of Science, Economics
- The University of Texas at Dallas - Master of Science, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Calculus
- Statistics
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- +23 subjects

Christopher: Austin CPA course instructor
...licensed in the state of New York. I spent over 2 years working for PwC as an auditor, primarily working on oil and natural gas clients. I also have experience working with an Internal Audit department of publicly traded defense company, Moog Inc. and experience as a coach for young people at College Forward, and Year Up, respectively. I am excited to work with students and help them achieve their academic goals!
Education & Certification
- University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Business
- Professional Certifications
- Cost Accounting
- +9 subjects

Mike: Austin CPA course instructor
...tests with great grades! Accounting is just a system that we have to learn from the ground up. Usually when we are anxious or nervous about a class, it's just because we missed something or aren't sure what to focus on. I was fortunate to have great coaches when studying for hard tests and it really helped me stay focused and still have fun while being a student. I can help you really understand the...
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelors, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Microeconomics
- College Accounting
- High School Accounting
- +31 subjects

Jonathan: Austin CPA course instructor
...in Professional Accounting graduate who has tutored at every level of my education career. From helping fellow students in high school with math to assisting graduate students with accounting as a TA, I understand the impact a good tutor can have not only on the bottom line grade but on overall confidence in a subject. Studying for the CPA exam (and scoring FAR-93, AUD-90, BEC-95, REG-94) puts me in a unique position to break complicated...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
- The University of Texas at Austin - Masters in Business Administration, Taxation
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- ACT Reading
- High School Accounting
- Cost Accounting
- +21 subjects

Megan: Austin CPA course instructor
...and working in Chicago. I graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis in 2010, and I've been working in corporate accounting ever since. I started tutoring so I could help students better learn corporate finance and accounting concepts for themselves, and hopefully spread the finance love. Well, at least help them feel more comfortable and confident with the material. Have a solid understanding of these business concepts opens up so many opportunities in any career path....
Education & Certification
- Butler University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- High School Accounting
- Business Writing
- Macroeconomics
- +29 subjects

Arathi: Austin CPA course instructor
...plenty of volunteer hours tutoring CPA aspirants to help them understand the most fundamental and important concepts in financial accounting, managerial accounting, financial management and excel skills. The CPA exam expects not only a basic mastery of core concepts, but also speed and accuracy in applying these concepts to solve application problems. CPA candidates have a lot to learn and absorb in limited time and multiple life constraints, and that is where a good tutor...
Education & Certification
- Bangalore University - Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting and Finance
- Dartmouth College - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Professional Certifications
- CPA FAR - CPA Financial Accounting and Reporting
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- +9 subjects

Ashley: Austin CPA course instructor
...and understand why I was making certain journal entries. This past year, I decided to finish my CPA exams. The exams take time, but with the right help and motivation, I believe you can accomplish great things. I also had tutors growing up and in certain subjects during college; I found it helpful to have one-on-one help. In my spare time, I enjoy playing with my 2.5 year old, working out, and gardening.
Education & Certification
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Economics
- CPA BEC - CPA Business Environment and Concepts
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +20 subjects

Jonah: Austin CPA course instructor
...over to the business side of Accounting in order to try something new and develop a different skill set working in a Staff Accountant role. Although my primary background is in Accounting, I have multiple interests in tutoring subjects ranging from English, Information Technology, to Algebra. I am a people person and I really enjoy connecting with my students in order to figure out the best ways to motivate them. Then, I tailor our sessions...
Education & Certification
- DePaul University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Professional Certifications
- Middle School Math
- Cost Accounting
- +26 subjects

Maima: Austin CPA course instructor
I'm a CPA with a master's degree in business administration from Mercer University. I enjoy consulting and educating my clients. I have tutoring experience from my college and graduate school days. I've been told that I'm good at explaining concepts in an easy-to-understand way.
Education & Certification
- Georgia Southern University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting and Business Management
- Mercer University - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting and Business Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- High School Business
- Cost Accounting
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +19 subjects

Andrew: Austin CPA course instructor
I have a passion for accounting, numbers, studying, and test taking. I will do my best to make our sessions enjoyable, while emphasizing high scores and understanding the material. I am a licensed CPA with a Master's of Accounting from the University of Miami and work full-time as a tax accountant for the big 4. Prior to accounting, I was a professional poker player, earning over $1,000,000 in tournaments.
Education & Certification
- University of Houston - Bachelor of Science, Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management
- University of Miami - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- High School Accounting
- CPA FAR - CPA Financial Accounting and Reporting
- Human Resources
- +43 subjects