Curious about the steps for international students to earn a U.S. CPA? This episode covers everything from education requirements and application guidance to new licensure pathways and where you can take the CPA Exam. Get expert advice on practical tips, resources, and new tools—like the NASBA CPA Mobile App—to help you succeed from anywhere in the world. This episode is hosted by Lindsey Yopp (Sr. Manager CPA Candidate Engagement, AICPA) who is joined by guest, Kyle Barrier (Associate Director of International Evaluation Services at the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy). Bonus resources: Be sure to check out… • https://www.thiswaytocpa.com/segmented-landing/international-licensure/ • https://nasba.org/products/nasbainternationalevaluationservices/ • https://nasba.org/nasba-cpa-mobile-app/ • https://nasba.org/internationalexam/ • https://nasba.org/blog/2025/07/01/new-licensure-pathways/

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