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Sharon

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sharon

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Sharon's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
Literature

Nearly two decades as a licensed CPA in New York State — spanning public accounting, manufacturing, banking, and nonprofit work — means Sharon has actually applied the material tested on FAR, AUD, REG, and BEC in real engagements. Her Master's in Accountancy with a forensic accounting concentration ...

Education

Siena College

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Jonathan

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jonathan

Master of Science, Accounting
Jonathan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACCUPLACER ESL
CLEP Financial Accounting

As a licensed CPA and CFA Level III candidate, Jonathan knows the exam inside out — from FAR's government and nonprofit accounting standards to the AUD section's logic for evaluating internal controls. He breaks down each section's weight and question style so candidates study strategically instead ...

Education

Tulane University of Louisiana

Master of Science, Accounting

Tulane University of Louisiana

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Jonathan

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Jonathan

Masters in Business Administration, Taxation
Jonathan's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
ACT Writing
College Essays

Jonathan scored a 93 on FAR, 90 on AUD, 95 on BEC, and 94 on REG — and he uses that recent experience to teach candidates exactly how to prioritize study time across each section. He digs into the areas that sink most first-time takers, like governmental accounting in FAR or basis calculations in RE...

Education

The University of Texas at Austin

Masters in Business Administration, Taxation

The University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting

Test Scores
SAT
1410
ACT
31
Daniel

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Daniel

Bachelor's
Daniel's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
SAT Reading
SAT Writing and Language

Finishing dual degrees in accounting and finance at UNF, Daniel knows the academic side of CPA exam content — FAR topics like governmental accounting and consolidations, and BEC concepts like cost accounting and corporate governance — inside and out. He walks candidates through the trickiest areas o...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Test Scores
SAT
1480
John

Certified Tutor

2+ years

John

MS
John's other Tutor Subjects
CLEP Financial Accounting
CLEP
Accounting
College Business

Tackling the CPA exam requires more than knowing the material — it demands a strategy for managing four sections with different question formats and time pressures. John's Master's in Taxation and deep accounting background let him break down FAR, AUD, REG, and BEC into targeted study plans built ar...

Education

University of Notre Dame

MS

Merrimack College

MS

Tori

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Tori

AB
Tori's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Statistics

My name is Tori and I am excited to support and guide you while you rock your way to meeting your learning goals! I have a degree in English and I am a certified English teacher as well, and I am fluent in Spanish, too! My journey helping others started more than 10 years ago... I started tutoring...

Education

Yale University

AB

Shane

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Shane

Bachelor's
Shane's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Science

Shane passed all four CPA exams while working full-time as a Big Four auditor — so he knows what it takes to study for FAR, AUD, BEC, and REG simultaneously with a demanding schedule. He now works as an accounting supervisor for a Fortune 25 company, which keeps concepts like governmental accounting...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Luca

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Luca

Bachelor's
Luca's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Calculus 1

As a passionate tutor with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania and a second Bachelor's in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting (and a licensed CPA!), I am committed to creating a learning environment where students feel confident and engaged. ...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor's

Peter

Certified Tutor

Peter

Masters in Education, English Education
Peter's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade Reading
Pre-Algebra
Arithmetic
Middle School Math

I'm looking forward to helping your student find personal success in their academic lives!

Education

Ohio State

Masters in Education, English Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Alexandra

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Alexandra

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
Alexandra's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a rising senior at The University of North Texas in Denton. I am working towards my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish as well as English with a concentration in Creative Writing. I was raised in an academically competitive environment in Fort Bend County and my rigorous secondary education prepared m...

Education

University of North Texas

Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Test Scores
SAT
1430
ACT
33

Frequently Asked Questions

CPA tutoring prepares candidates for the Certified Public Accountant exam by covering the four main sections: Auditing and Attestation (AUD), Business Environment and Concepts (BEC), Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR), and Regulation (REG). Tutors work with you on complex topics like consolidations, revenue recognition, tax planning, and audit procedures, helping you master both the technical content and exam strategy.

Most candidates spend 300-400 hours studying across all four CPA sections, though this varies based on your accounting background and experience. Personalized tutoring accelerates your progress by targeting your specific weak areas rather than reviewing material you already understand, helping you use study time more efficiently.

With personalized instruction, a tutor adapts to your learning pace and identifies knowledge gaps that self-study often misses. You get immediate feedback on practice problems, clarification on complex concepts like consolidation accounting or tax code sections, and a structured study plan tailored to your timeline and career goals.

FAR (Financial Accounting and Reporting) is historically the most challenging section due to its breadth of topics—from lease accounting to equity consolidations. AUD (Auditing) also trips up many candidates because it requires understanding both technical standards and their practical application. A tutor can break down these complex areas into manageable pieces and help you build confidence through targeted practice.

Your first session focuses on understanding your background, current study status, and exam timeline. The tutor will assess which sections you find most challenging, review your study materials, and create a personalized plan that prioritizes topics based on exam weight and your readiness level.

Yes, Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors experienced in CPA exam preparation. Whether you're working full-time in Fresno's growing accounting sector or balancing study with other commitments, you can get matched with a tutor who fits your schedule and understands the specific exam sections you need help with.

Many candidates see measurable improvement in practice exam scores within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, especially when focusing on one section at a time. The timeline depends on your starting point and study frequency, but personalized instruction helps you identify and fix knowledge gaps much faster than studying alone.

CPA tutoring rates vary based on the tutor's experience level and your specific needs. You can connect with tutors at different price points and discuss your budget during the initial consultation. Many candidates find that investing in tutoring for their most challenging sections—like FAR or AUD—is more cost-effective than extended self-study or exam retakes.

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