Mississippi
Certified Public Accountant CE & renewal requirements in Mississippi (2026)
120 CPE per renewal, on a 36-month renewal cycle with Mississippi State Board of Public Accountancy.
Renewal cycle
Every 36 months
License renews annually (CPE reporting due Aug 1, reporting period ends June 30), but total CPE hours are measured over a rolling triennial period
Continuing education
120 CPE per renewal
120 CPE hours per triennial period, min 40 hours each annual reporting period (max 20 hrs/year carryover); includes 4 hours ethics/professional conduct/public accountancy law per triennial period, at least 1 of which covers Mississippi law
- Ethics, professional conduct & MS accountancy law (4 hrs/3-yr, 1 hr MS-specific)
Source: Mississippi State Board of Public Accountancy · Verified July 5, 2026
Rules change — always confirm current requirements with your board before relying on this page. Visit Mississippi State Board of Public Accountancy
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- How often do cpas renew their license in Mississippi?
- License renews annually (CPE reporting due Aug 1, reporting period ends June 30), but total CPE hours are measured over a rolling triennial period
- How many CPE do I need in Mississippi?
- 120 CPE per renewal. 120 CPE hours per triennial period, min 40 hours each annual reporting period (max 20 hrs/year carryover); includes 4 hours ethics/professional conduct/public accountancy law per triennial period, at least 1 of which covers Mississippi law
- Where do I renew my Certified Public Accountant license in Mississippi?
- Through Mississippi State 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.