Maryland
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Maryland (2026)
80 CPE per renewal, on a 24-month renewal cycle with Maryland Board of Public Accountancy.
Renewal cycle
Every 24 months
Biennial license period; first renewal after initial licensure is exempt from the CE requirement
Continuing education
80 CPE per renewal
80 CPE hours per 2-year license period, including 4 hours of professional ethics each period; up to 80 excess hours may carry forward, but the 4-hour ethics minimum must be met fresh each period
- Ethics
Source: Maryland Board of Public Accountancy · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Maryland Board of Public Accountancy
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Maryland?
- Biennial license period; first renewal after initial licensure is exempt from the CE requirement
- How many CPE do I need in Maryland?
- 80 CPE per renewal. 80 CPE hours per 2-year license period, including 4 hours of professional ethics each period; up to 80 excess hours may carry forward, but the 4-hour ethics minimum must be met fresh each period
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Maryland?
- Through Maryland Board of Public Accountancy. We verified these details on 2026-07-05 — always confirm with the board before your deadline.
- Is this page official?
- No — Credlark is an independent organizational tool, not the licensing board. This page cites its source and check date; use it to plan, then confirm with your board.