If you've been trying to figure out how to structure your Tampa CPA exam prep, Varsity Tutors can help. The Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Exam is one of the pillars of licensure in the industry. You will need to meet the minimum education requirements in order to sit for the test, but you do not have to have work experience prior to the exam.
If you're working on a degree from the University of Tampa or nearby Southeastern University, you may be wondering what the exam entails. There are four sections of the CPA exam. You will be given four hours for each portion, and all parts of the exam must be taken within an 18-month window with a minimum score of 75 percent if they are to be applied towards earning your license. Continue reading to learn more about the CPA exam and some of the preparation options Varsity Tutors can provide access to.
What can Tampa CPA exam prep cover?
Professional CPA exam prep solutions can help you prepare for any of the individual sections of the test. You will need to be familiar with the topics covered by the four individual sections, which include Auditing and Attestation, Business Environment and Concepts, Regulation, and Financial Accounting and Reporting.
The two types of CPA exam prep Varsity Tutors can facilitate are group classes and individual instruction. Let's look at how these two options work.
How can a Tampa CPA exam prep class help me prepare?
A prep class provides you with the expert guidance and resources needed for a comprehensive review of the concepts and topics measured by the CPA exam. Another benefit of taking a class is the peer support that is available. Having a group of people who understand what you're going through as you prepare for this exam and who have similar career goals can be invaluable.
Your class will be led by a skilled teacher who has been rigorously vetted to assure you are working with someone who not only has experience with the test but who is also an effective communicator.
Classes are held in a secure online setting. Online classes have several benefits over traditional classrooms. You will always have a front row seat where you can see and hear your teacher clearly as well as view any resources shared on the digital whiteboard. You won't have to worry about adding a commute time to your prep commitment, and you can begin class from wherever you happen to be as long as you have a reliable internet connection and your digital device. Finally, the cost of professional CPA exam prep resources is more affordable because of the shared setting.
As part of your class, there are many topics which you can review. Some of these include assessing risk, reporting, economic concepts, information technology, financial reporting, select transactions, ethics, federal taxation of property transactions, federal taxation of entities, and other items covered on the CPA exam.
How is working with a Tampa CPA exam tutor different from taking a course?
Private instruction offers you a completely customizable experience while a Tampa CPA exam prep course provides a more systematic approach. Your personal instructor can take the time to discover your learning style, your testing goals, academic weaknesses, and any areas covered on the CPA exam with which you struggle. This information is then leveraged to create a unique learning path to help you work to prepare for the exam more efficiently.
When you work with a personal instructor, you can focus on as few or as many concepts per session as are comfortable for you. For some topics, you may need more help, while others require only a brief overview. The beauty of working one-on-one with a teacher is the ability to move at your own pace.
Your personalized Tampa CPA Exam preparation can cover developing a planned response, obtaining evidence, corporate governance, economic analysis, financial management, operations management, standard-setting, business law, federal taxation of individuals, professional responsibilities, and other items covered on the various sections of the CPA exam.
How can I get started with Tampa CPA exam prep?
Varsity Tutors makes it easy to get started with the right Tampa CPA exam prep solution for your learning needs. Whether you want to enroll for one of the upcoming prep courses or you want to be connected with an experienced personal instructor, there is something for everyone. You deserve professional support as you work towards your career goals. Contact Varsity Tutors today to get started quickly.

Patrick: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
Dear CPA Candidate, Congratulations on taking the following steps to enhance your career. The CPA exams, as you know, are excruciating to bear. I'd love to help you along the way. I pass the exams while starting a new job, wife in grad school (nursing), and caring for children (3 girls). I am excited to pay my knowledge forward to you . Talk soon, Pat
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- CPA REG - CPA Regulation
- CPA BEC - CPA Business Environment and Concepts
- Professional Certifications
- +3 subjects

Shane: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
As a Licensed CPA and Accounting, Finance and Economics triple major from the University of Michigan, I seek to share my passion for learning with others. My experience in Big 4 tax and SEC reporting for a major bank gives my knowledge a real world background in addition to a conceptual one.
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Dearborn - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Technology and Coding
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- College Economics
- +26 subjects

Dawn: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...took my first exam (REG) Oct 13th and passed. I took the next exam BEC Dec 9th. I then took a break over the Christmas holiday (and because year-end at work is crazy!). I had planned to take the third and fourth exam in 2020 but of course that got delayed by closures. I ended up taking BEC May 19th and AUD June 30th. I passed all 4 sections the first time. I have a...
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-St Petersburg Campus - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- University of South Florida-St Petersburg Campus - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- EA - Enrolled Agent
- CPA FAR - CPA Financial Accounting and Reporting
- +4 subjects

Chad: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...Fraud Examiner (CFE) with a passion for forensic and financial statement analysis. I currently work in the real estate and construction industry, offering litigation support and expert witness testimony services. I specialize in damages analysis and claims. I have undergraduate degrees in accounting and finance and a Masters Degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a focus in forensic accounting. I am in the process of obtaining my Certification in Financial Forensics (CFF).
Education & Certification
- Florida State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Elementary School
- Elementary School Science
- College English
- +82 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Oregon - Master of Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- High School Geography
- Computer Programming
- +92 subjects

George: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
My aim is to patiently provide sound accounting instruction, utilizing all my experience and education to simplify the learning experience. I have been working as an accountant since 2006 in both public and private companies. I have a Masters' Degree in Accounting and I have been a CPA since 2010.
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Master of Arts, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Accounting
- Personal Finance
- Cost Accounting
- +10 subjects
Education & Certification
- SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry - Bachelor of Science, Conservation Biology
- Portland State University - Master of Science, Clinical Psychology
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- FCAT 2.0
- ECAA/ERB
- Series 7
- +238 subjects

Jonathan: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...Master 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...
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
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- Financial Accounting
- CPA FAR - CPA Financial Accounting and Reporting
- +21 subjects

Rebecca: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...that augments your classes and skills. I won't write your paper for you, but we can analyze, research and create a plan of attack together. I can bring fun examples (or...as fun as some subjects can be), exercises, mnemonics and other activities and tools. I am a CPA with over eight years of business experience with accounting, presenting and problem solving. I've analyzed and written hundreds of professional business documents. I've specialized in audit, fraud...
Education & Certification
- Washington State University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- French 1
- C++
- Microsoft Excel
- +35 subjects

D. Thomas: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...with my MBA in Management from New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas. I began my career in public accounting in 2005 in Roswell, New Mexico where both of my daughters were born. I have worked for CPA firms since ranging from 120 employees to 12 employees. Annual revenues of these firms ranged from $12 million to $1.8 million. I owned my own firm for a few years and most recently was a Senior Tax...
Education & Certification
- New Mexico State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
- New Mexico Highlands University - Master in Management, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- English
- Algebra
- CPA REG - CPA Regulation
- +28 subjects

Christopher: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
I am a graduate of a private accredited university with both my bachelor's and my master's of accountancy. I hold a CPA and also the CMA. I have taught middle through high school students as well as tutored for preparations on professional exams (CPA & CMA). I want to help anyone eager to learn to help accomplish their career, person, and scholarly goals in any way I can.
Education & Certification
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Algebra
- Middle School Math
- College Accounting
- +31 subjects

Linda: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
I am a CPA by profession and have experience in both Public and Private accounting. I enjoy teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students because i love to see them succeed in school, Prep Exams, and life in general. I understand everyone learns differently and my goal as a tutor is to help students understand the material in a simple way.
Education & Certification
- Albany State University - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Math
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- CPA REG - CPA Regulation
- +9 subjects
Education & Certification
- Eastern Washington University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- Eastern Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- Financial Accounting
- Business
- +4 subjects

Gregory: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...my Bachelor of Science in International Business with a concentration in Accounting and a minor in French. During my time at Bryant, I was an Accounting Tutor and Writing Consultant. In this position, I discovered my passion for helping other students succeed in their coursework and develop academically. I am CRLA Level 1 Certified as well as a Certified Public Accountant. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, hiking, working out, and playing volleyball.
Education & Certification
- Bryant University - Bachelor of Science, International Business
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Technology and Coding
- Management
- Middle School Math
- +71 subjects

Mary Ellen: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...I'm Mary Ellen! I'm a licensed CPA and currently work as a senior accountant for a private company in industry. I've tutored college students both in person and online before and look forward to helping more students succeed. I hope to make accounting a little less scary and your goals a little more achievable! I look forward to getting to know you and showing you a little of why I love accounting and what I...
Education & Certification
- Mississippi State University - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
- Mississippi State University - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Macroeconomics
- C++
- Business
- +33 subjects

Maima: Tampa CPA test prep 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
- Cost Accounting
- College Economics
- Accounting
- +19 subjects

Stephen: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
I find joy in helping students meet their educational needs and helping them succeed wherever their learning takes them. As Albert Einstein indicated, "Education is not the learning of facts but the training of the mind to think." To think about your thinking is the key to education and represents my goal as a tutor. You see, critical-thinking is the pathway to engaged learning.
Education & Certification
- Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Capella University - Doctor of Philosophy, Accounting and Business Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Computer Animation
- Technology and Coding
- A Level Business
- +98 subjects

Marinus: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
I am a well-qualified tutor with vast tutoring experience. I hold a Masters Degree in Engineering, a first degree in Accounting and a Certified Public Accounting Certification. I was a tutor for 3 years at the university tutoring Fluid Mechanics. Proficient in any area in Mathematics, Accounting, Business, Tax and Finance. Teaching is my passion. That is the primary reason I do it. You would not be disappointed.
Education & Certification
- Technical University Berlin - Master of Engineering, Civil Engineering
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants - Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Management Information Systems
- Cost Accounting
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- +27 subjects

Elizabeth: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...Chicago based CPA who has loved accounting since taking my first course at age fifteen. I attended the University of Illinois at Chicago and now currently am working towards my Master's in Business Education. Tutoring accounting is something I find a lot of joy in, because the concepts are applicable to everyone's lives and can benefit the way we understand the language of business. College Accounting and CPA-AUD are my favorite subjects to work with...
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- International Business
- Econometrics
- Business Statistics
- +24 subjects

Emma: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
Emma loves traveling and teaching. She's a fast learner by understanding the fundamentals. She wants to share the way she learns to students, instead of just teaching the students solve one problem, she wants to share the way of learning.
Education & Certification
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
- Pepperdine University - Diploma, Accounting and Finance
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Accounting
- ACT
- Mandarin Chinese
- +32 subjects