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West Virginia and Nebraska Just Made the CPA Path Easier
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Subscribe06 MAR 2026 / CPA STATE BOARD UPDATES
In a shift away from traditional requirements for certified public accountant (CPA) licensure, West Virginia and Nebraska have created new pathways to the profession to address a growing shortage of accountants. While aiming to reduce the financial barriers of the traditional 150 college credit hours require for licensure, these new pathways - a mix of bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and passing the CPA exam - may also alter the talent and training models for the accounting sector, particularly for smaller and regional firms.
The CPA profession has long prided itself on discipline, rigor, and high barriers to entry. But when the pipeline starts running dry, even the most traditional professions begin rethinking the rulebook. That is exactly what is happening across the United...
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