Last reviewed 2026-07-16. Plain-language summary, not legal advice — always confirm the current rules with the Minnesota Board of Accountancy.
How much CPE does a Minnesota CPA need?
120/3yr rolling. Here is what Minnesota CPAs should know for renewal:
- Total hours: 120/3yr rolling
- Reporting cycle: 3 years (rolling)
- Annual minimum: 20
- Ethics: 8 hrs regulatory/behavioral ethics per 3-yr
- Renewal timing: FY Jul1-Jun30; report by Dec 31
- Other key rules: No carry-forward; carry-back with late fees.
Tip: Minnesota accepts general professional ethics from a NASBA-registered sponsor. Keep your certificates and records after each course.
Who this applies to
Licensed CPAs renewing in Minnesota. Newly licensed CPAs often have a prorated or waived first cycle — check your renewal notice.
How CPE Options helps
CPE Options is mobile-first self-study built for busy accountants: take courses on any device, pass the exam, and download your certificate the same day. Our free Compliance Manager maps every credit you earn to Minnesota’s requirement — total hours, ethics, and your deadline — and flags what’s still missing.
Source: https://boa.state.mn.us/cpe.html
