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Whether you’re already on the path to become a CPA or just exploring your options, this page is for you. Yes, becoming a CPA is challenging, but the rewards are huge. From networking events to scholarships — MTCPA has all the resources you need to get started. And if you can't find what you're looking for, give us a call.

Student Membership

Join MTCPA for free as a college sophomore or above, with membership lasting up to a year post-graduation. Student members enjoy specialized communications, free Annual Conference attendance, CPA Exam review discounts, scholarships at Montana universities, and free AICPA student affiliate membership.

What it takes to be a CPA

Okay, need a little more info on what it exactly takes to be a CPA? Check out details on colleges with accounting programs and earning the CPA designation.

Scholarships

Generously funded through contributions from members and private donors, each year MTCPA awards $1000s in scholarships to accounting majors at Montana universities. But you have to qualify to apply — find out if you do.

Student Resources

MTCPA provides our community of future CPAs with the resources needed to excel and perform at the highest levels.

Campus Ambassador Program

The MTCPA Campus Ambassador Program is a leadership opportunity for Montana college students to promote the accounting profession and MTCPA on their campuses.

CPA Evolution

The CPA Evolution initiative aims to transform the CPA licensure model to recognize the rapidly changing skills and competencies the practice of accounting requires today and will require in the future. It is a joint effort of the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) and the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA).

Student Board Representative

The MTCPA Student Board Representative serves as the voice of Montana’s accounting students on the Montana Society of CPAs (MTCPA) Board of Directors. This unique leadership opportunity allows one selected student to gain firsthand experience in professional governance, network with CPA leaders, and help shape the future of the accounting profession in Montana.

This position must attend at least one board meeting between June and January, as well as MTCPA's Annual Conference in June (alternating locations; travel & per diem provided)

Current Student Representative

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Past Student Representatives

Riley Nielsen, Montana State University
Term: 2020/2021

Berenise Esparza, U of M
Term: 2019/2020

Sara Schlepp, Montana State University
Term: 2018/2019

Amy Sexton, MSU-Billings
Term: 2017/2018

Michelle McDowell, Montana State University
Term: 2016/2017


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