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.

Chad: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...and Certified 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
- PRAXIS
- UK A Level Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- +82 subjects

Jay: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...examination prior to graduation and also received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy. I started my public accounting career in Chicago, Illinois focusing on auditing financial service clients with a Big 4 Accounting Firm. Passionate about working in the banking industry, I went to work with Large Financial Institutions in a Controller's and Financial Reporting capacity. I led various quality assurance projects to review data quality. It is exciting to learn and grow. I...
Education & Certification
- DePaul University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- AACN - American Association of Colleges of Nursing
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- CIA - Certified Internal Auditor
- +9 subjects

Patrick: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...decision to further your career by pursuing the CPA exams. I understand that these exams can be challenging, but with the right guidance, you can achieve your goals. As a CPA myself who has gone through the experience of balancing work, family, and studying, I am excited to offer my expertise and support as your tutor. I have successfully passed the exams and I am eager to share my strategies and tips with you. Please...
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
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- CPA REG - CPA Regulation
- +4 subjects

Dawn: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...through the process myself in 2019-2020, I have experience with the current format and content of the test. My test journey started in September 2019 when I started studying. I 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...
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
- SEE - Special Enrollment Exam
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Professional Certifications
- +4 subjects

Kurt: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...My MBA with a concentration in accounting and healthcare administration was earned only through Benedictine University. I really love the online experience, so I attended Nova Southeastern University online and earned my master's degree in taxation. Currently I am taking two courses in data analytics from St. Leo University online starting in January 2020. Then I am going to start working on my DBA in accounting starting in May. In addition, I am studying for...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
- Benedictine University - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- SEE - Special Enrollment Exam
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Programming Languages
- +24 subjects

Nicole: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
I am a former college economics instructor with over 5 years experience teaching. I hold a master's degree from the University of South Florida. I have taught Principles of Macroeconomics, Principles of Microeconomics, Labor Economics, Public Economics, Basic Economics, and Personal Finance. Additionally, I have served as a TA for Intermediate Microeconomics, Intermediate Macroeconomics, and Graduate Econometrics. Economics is my passion and I enjoy sharing it with others.
Education & Certification
- College of St Benedict - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Master of Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- ACRP - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
- AP Physics 2
- SAT Math
- +172 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
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- College Business
- Productivity
- +26 subjects

David: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...Colleges where I was President of my fraternity and played on the golf team. I received an M.B.A in Finance from the Rochester Institute of Technology where I had a research assistantship and completed a 6 month Co-op Education position with IBM. I still play golf, belong to a backgammon club, and help manage my parents Charitable Remainder Trust investments. I spent 2 years tutoring elementary children reading and writing and have just joined a high...
Education & Certification
- Hobart William Smith Colleges - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Rochester Institute of Technology - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Series 66
- Exam IFM - Investment and Financial Markets
- AIFA - Applied Investment and Finance Analyst Certification Exam
- +151 subjects

Eva-Maria: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...Masters degree in Business Education and Ethics (GPA 3.7), I collected over 10 years of experience in one-on-one tutoring and small group teaching both in-person and online. I've had the privilege of helping over 200 students successfully achieve their high school and vocational school diplomas. In addition to my tutoring experience, I've spent one years teaching at various vocational schools in different countries, guiding students to success and fostering their growth both academically and personally....
Education & Certification
- Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg - Master's/Graduate, Business Education
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- PHR - Professional in Human Resources
- CPIM - Certified in Production and Inventory Management
- PMP
- +157 subjects

Landon: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...a background in public accounting, where I specialized in individual and business taxation. My passion for tutoring began in college, where I enjoyed helping classmates understand complex accounting concepts. Today, I focus on making topics like income tax, deductions, and credits both practical and easy to understand. I use real-world examples and virtual tools to keep sessions interactive, engaging, and tailored to each student's needs. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading, traveling, music, and exploring...
Education & Certification
- Wake Forest University - Master of Arts, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Professional Certifications
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- College Accounting
- +4 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
- PRAXIS
- Series 7
- WISC IV
- +238 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
- University of Oregon - Master of Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- High School Writing
- World Literature
- Phonics
- +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
- Economics
- Other
- College Accounting
- +10 subjects

Delphine: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
I've been an entrepreneur, business consultant, and faculty member for over 16 years. My credentials include being a CPA with a Juris Doctor, Master of Accountancy, and Bachelor of Science in Business. My greatest strengths are being a good listener, creating strategy, and following through. I'm empathetic, but I don't back down from excuses because I know that within every "can't" is a "can". I admire truth and transparency.
Education & Certification
- Wake Forest University - Bachelor of Science, Business, General
- Washington and Lee University - Juris Doctor, Law Enforcement Administration
- University of Phoenix-Online Campus - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- Managerial Accounting
- LSAT Logical Reasoning
- +37 subjects

Andy: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
I received my PhD and Masters in Accounting from Binghamton University. I am have been teaching accounting at the college level for over 20 years. I am a Certified Management Accountant (CMA). I love the moment when the "light bulb" lights up in a student's head and they understand a concept they had trouble with. In addition to accounting, I can tutor in statistics, geometry, and most areas of business.
Education & Certification
- Bucknell University - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting
- SUNY at Binghamton - Master of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- CMA - Certified Management Accountant
- SEE - Special Enrollment Exam
- Managerial Accounting
- +40 subjects

Jonathan: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...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 complicated accounting...
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
- SAT Writing and Language
- High School Accounting
- SAT Math
- +21 subjects

Shane: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...received both my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Accountancy. After graduation, I worked as an auditor for a Big Four accounting firm, primarily working with public clients. During that time, I took and passed all CPA exams. Currently, I work as an accounting supervisor for a Fortune 25 company in Atlanta, GA. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about accounting and math. While a grad student, I was a...
Education & Certification
- Miami University-Oxford - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Miami University-Oxford - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- Productivity
- +61 subjects

John: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...through the process of learning. I believe in instilling students with problem solving skills to enhance their educational endeavors for a lifetime. I believe in utilizing strategies of learning from my backgrounds in Communication Studies, Women's Studies Gender Studies, and Social Work. I believe in the potential for any student to achieve an A in every course and in every assignment. More so than a grade, my goal is to help students fall in love...
Education & Certification
- Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
- Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- CIA - Certified Internal Auditor
- CSET - California Subject Examinations for Teachers
- Exam P - Probability
- +455 subjects

PJ: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...and CPA firms. I wanted to make a difference in the world of business; and teaching on the college level was the answer to to my quest. I taught most curriculum in Accounting, Finance, Business Communications, and Forensic accounting classes. Teaching for almost 20 years provided a good foundation for tutoring students struggling to "make it through" college or high school. I mentored many students, worked as a tutor as needed, and always was available...
Education & Certification
- University of New Orleans - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Northeastern State University - Certificate, Accounting and Business Management
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- NMLS - Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System
- Business Analytics
- +38 subjects

Jonah: Tampa CPA test prep instructor
...I received my Bachelor of Science in Accounting with a minor in Management Information Systems. Since graduation, I worked for 2 years as an Advisory Consultant for a Big4 Accounting firm providing Assurance and Internal Audit services to technology/telecommunications clients in the Chicagoland area. I received my Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in January 2021 and made the decision to transition from Auditing over to the business side of Accounting in order to try something...
Education & Certification
- DePaul University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Subject Expertise
- CPA
- Professional Certifications
- CPA AUD - CPA Attestation and Auditing
- Elementary School Reading
- +27 subjects