CPA Exam Review Course
New! Register for Spring 2025
Becker CPA Examination Preparation Classes
The University of Houston Downtown is excited to introduce a new initiative designed
to equip our students for success on the CPA Exam. We are launching a specialized
class available to both undergraduate and graduate students.
This course, ACC 4390, is rooted in the esteemed Becker CPA Examination online curriculum,
enhanced with the invaluable insights and teachings of UHD professors who have themselves
successfully passed the CPA Exam.
Whether you're just beginning your journey or looking to advance your knowledge, this
class is your stepping stone to CPA exam readiness. Join us and take the first step
towards achieving your certification with confidence.
Register today!
How to Get Started
Who Can Apply?
This course is specifically designed for undergraduate and graduate accounting majors
at the University of Houston – Downtown who are aiming to take the CPA Exam immediately
after completing the course or shortly thereafter. It is open to current UHD students
as well as UHD alumni. Graduate students are typically eligible to enroll. Undergraduate
students should be in their final semester prior to graduation to qualify for this
opportunity. Get ready to take your professional steps with confidence right after
your course completion.
Why Do We Need The Becker CPA Preparation Course?
Students who successfully complete the Becker CPA Exam Review and achieve the "exam
ready" status stand a significantly high chance of passing the CPA exam section they
have prepared for. This comprehensive preparation course is designed to equip students
with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel on the CPA exam, setting
the stage for professional success in the accounting field.
What Is The Class Modality?
Designed for flexibility, the course is delivered in an asynchronous format allowing students to learn at their own pace. Additionally, students will benefit from extra guidance and expertise provided by UHD professors who have personally conquered the CPA Exam. The course materials will consist of Becker CPA Examination Preparedness materials which are 100% online, supplemented by assignments from professors.
Prepare for your CPA certification with a course that combines quality, convenience, and expert support!
What Are The Costs?
The financial investment for this class includes the standard tuition and fees associated
with a typical 3 hour UHD course, plus the cost for the Becker CPA Exam Review, estimated
at approximately $1,500. See Tuition and Mandatory Fees in the Cashier's Department.
Student will be required to purchase the Becker CPA Exam Review course materials which
cost approximately $1500 when purchased through the university. While students will
only be required to prepare for one section of the CPA exam during the class, the
software purchased by the students will allow them access to all four sections of the exam required by the State of Texas for a period of up to two years.
How Do We Register?
The class for students is ACC 4390. The registration process is the normal UHD registration process for classes. Spring registration is currently open, register today!
Taking the CPA Exam & Course Requirements
What Is My Commitment To Pass CPA Examination?
Passing the CPA examination is a major commitment of time, effort, and money. Becker estimates the following study hours are required to be “pass ready for each CORE section of the CPA examination:
Test Sections | Assumed Foundation | Preparation Hours Required to Be Exam Ready |
---|---|---|
Audit (AUD) | Auditing and advanced auditing classes | 80 - 100 hours |
Financial (FAR) | Intermediate and advanced accounting classes | 130 - 150 hours |
Regulatory | Federal taxation and business law | 100 - 120 hours |
The same effort should be assumed for the three Discipline sections of the CPA Examination.
Remember, you must pass all three of the Core sections of the examination plus one
of the three Discipline sections.
What Are The Requirements To Take The CPA Examination? And To Take The Class?
The State of Texas has recently revised their requirements to take the CPA Exam, allowing students who are in progress towards their degree to commence taking the exam earlier than before.
To sit for the CPA Exam in Texas, you must meet the following requirements:
- Submit an Application of Intent to the Texas state Board of Public Accountancy. Complete fingerprint and background check with the Texas Department of Public Safety and FBI.
- Have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 120 semester hours (180 quarter hours) of college credits.
- A minimum of 21 semester hours (31.5 quarter hours) in upper-level accounting courses. including two semester hours of accounting or tax research and analysis.
A minimum of 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in upper-level business courses, including two hours of accounting or business communication. To take this class, you must demonstrate you will qualify to take the CPA Exam by the end of the class or within several months of completion.
Testimonials
Mr. Jackson and Mr. Hilman share a proven path to CPA success
"Both Mr. Jackson and I used the Becker CPA Exam Review to pass the CPA Exam. This tool is the preferred choice among the Big 4 CPA firms and numerous state universities for preparing their students. Personally, passing the CPA exam using Becker opened career opportunities for me beyond my expectations." — Glenn Hilman, CPA, Lecturer at UHD.
Have Questions?
Our knowledgeable faculty are here to help!
If you have any questions about the course, the CPA Exam, or anything else, please don't hesitate to reach out. Contact us for guidance and support on your journey to becoming a CPA.