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Home › FAQs › CPA Examination › When was the computer based testing (CBT) examination introduced?

When was the computer based testing (CBT) examination introduced?

The launch of the computerized examination was on April 5, 2004.

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News & Updates

Scores -- April-May 2012

We received 969 scores on Saturday, May 5 --  274 AUD, 218 BEC, 219 FAR and 258 REG.

They are available for online lookup from this web page.  (You cannot view your scores from the NASBA website.)  If you were approved to test under provisional status, you will be unable to view your scores until we receive your final transcript and verify your final eligibility.

05/05/2012
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Where to Send Transcripts

ALL transcripts required for CPA application processing are mailed to:

Illinois Board of Examiners     100 Trade Centre Dr  Suite 403  Champaign, IL 61820

Transcripts must be official and contain the seal and signature of the registrar.  Unofficial copies are not accepted.

If your school participates in secure electronic transcript delivery, transcripts are emailed to etranscripts@ilboa.org.  We do not accept electronic transcripts from applicants.

04/23/2012
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Educational Requirements - Change on July 1, 2013

For students completing educational requirements in the spring term, 2013, you must have met all educational requirements by the spring term AND all required applications and supporting documentation must be in our office no later than June 30, 2013 in order to qualify under the current educational requirements.  The current and new educational requirements are attached.

04/17/2012
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CPA Candidate Bulletin-- Must Read

 The  CPA Candidate Bulletin is the most informative publication available to answer your questions about the CPA exam including the procedures for applying for the exam, the payment coupon, the Notice To Schedule, exam scoring, refund policies, etc.  Quoting the AICPA website, "The Candidate Bulletin is the official handbook for individuals who plan to take the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination.

03/26/2012
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