Question: When should I register for the CPA exam so that I can take it next month? Answer: Send in your application today! The registration process can take 4-8 weeks depending on which state board you register with. For specific registration instructions, contact your State Board of Accountancy. Click here for details on where and...Read More

Question: What kinds of questions can the Personal Counselors help me with? Answer: Gleim Personal Counselors are experienced, knowledgeable experts who can advise you on everything from how much study time you need to which parts to take first. The Counselors will work with you to create a study plan and answer any questions you...Read More

Question: I bought the CIA Review System last year and I was unable to sit for any of the exams. Can I still use my materials now that there is a new edition? Answer: We always recommend that our candidates study with the most updated information. If you purchased the Gleim CIA Review System in...Read More

Question: What kinds of questions are on the EA exam? Answer: The EA exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions. Questions on the exam are all worth the same points. There is no point difference for conceptual or calculation type questions. There are three types of multiple-choice questions on the exam: “direct question,” “incomplete sentence,” and...Read More

Question: What is the process to register and sit for the EA Exam? Answer: In order to sit for your first part of the EA exam, you must (1) obtain a PTIN (Preparer Tax Identification Number) from the IRS, (2) register for the part, and (3) schedule an appointment to take that part with Prometric....Read More

Question: How can I determine what the passing percentage is? Is it 60%, 70%, 80% or something different? Answer: The short answer is that you cannot determine the passing percentage. Each candidate receives a different form of the exam with a different mix of questions. Therefore, scores are reported on a sliding scale. Scaled scores...Read More

Question: I just took the CIA Exam and did not pass. What do I do now? Answer: Once you have put your reaction to the bad news behind you, begin implementing the study steps Gleim outlines for you in the System for Success booklet. Avoid thoughts like “I knew that” or “I don’t have to...Read More

Question: What score do I need to pass the CIA exam? Answer: There are 100 questions per part. Your score is based on the number of scored questions that you answer correctly, with each scored question contributing equally to your total score. There is no penalty for incorrect answers, so be sure to choose an...Read More

Question: I have heard that The IIA will be releasing new standards in January. Does the Gleim 14th edition cover these changes? Answer: The IIA recently released revised IPPF standards. These standards will become effective January 1, 2011. They are not eligible to be tested on the actual CIA Exam until 6 months after the...Read More

Question: What are the educational requirements to be a CIA? Answer: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Candidates must have an undergraduate (4-year) degree or its equivalent from an accredited college-level institution. Educational programs outside the United States and the qualifications of candidates who have completed most but not all of a degree program are evaluated by...Read More