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The Colorado Society of CPAs helps to bridge the gap between the work you're doing to propel your business and the advancement of the profession.

Why Participate with COCPA?

Help your firm make an impact in our local Colorado professional community by promoting service and connection through a membership at the Colorado Society of CPAs.

Your membership can help you accelerate your career through roles as
a panelist, speaker, committee member, volunteer leader, mentor, or
content curator.

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DECEMBER 2024

Develop Your Expertise and Increase Your Influence: Speak at the 2025 PEAK Colorado Accounting and Finance Summit

The Colorado Society of CPAs (COCPA) is inviting experienced leaders and rising professionals to step into the spotlight as speakers for its inaugural PEAK Colorado Accounting and Finance Summit taking place November 12-13, 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for members of an accounting firm to develop presentation skills, expand their network, and potentially attract new business by sharing their expertise in a conference setting. The COCPA anticipates 200+ attendees for this in-person event.

Session Topics We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking speakers to address a wide range of accounting and finance topics, including but not limited to:

  • Innovations in Accounting and Finance
  • Emerging Trends and Best Practices
  • Leadership and Professional Growth
  • Technology, Digital Transformation and Its Implications for the Profession 
  • Talent Development and Retention
  • Accounting Guidance Updates
  • SEC/GAAP/Audit updates

Don’t miss this opportunity to develop your staff, grow your firm’s influence, and help shape the future of the profession. Submit your application by January 15, 2025, and take the stage to make a lasting impact.

Apply to speak at PEAK here. 


Reflecting on Colorado Gives Day 2024: The Impact of Donations to the Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs

Thanks to the generosity of individuals and firms in our community, Colorado Gives Day 2024 was a tremendous success! A total of $40,305 was raised for the Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs, directly funding scholarships and programs that empower the next generation of CPAs in Colorado.

These funds ensure that talented, motivated students can pursue their dreams of entering the accounting profession without financial barriers

Every Dollar Raised Helps:

  • Provide scholarships to bright, deserving students across Colorado.
  • Strengthen the talent pipeline for the accounting profession.
  • Create opportunities for future CPAs to thrive in their education and career paths

Scholarship Impact:

  • Over $2,367,900 awarded since 1958.
  • $112,400 awarded in 2023 alone, supporting 37 students with $3,000 scholarships.
  • Scholarships like these cover approximately 18% of annual tuition costs at Colorado colleges.

"This greatly enhanced my ability to focus on making connections and further strides in my dreams of becoming a CPA"

– Latrice Lewis, Scholarship Recipient

Together, with your support, we’re shaping the future of accounting in Colorado. Thank you for making this possible.

Are you or your organization interested in joining as a matching donor for Colorado Gives Day 2025? Contact Derrol Moorhead, COCPA's Director of Member and Business Development: derrol@cocpa.org | 303-741-8624

Develop Your Expertise and Increase Your Influence: Speak at the 2025 PEAK Colorado Accounting and Finance Summit

The Colorado Society of CPAs (COCPA) is inviting experienced leaders and rising professionals to step into the spotlight as speakers for its inaugural PEAK Colorado Accounting and Finance Summit taking place November 12-13, 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for members of an accounting firm to develop presentation skills, expand their network, and potentially attract new business by sharing their expertise in a conference setting. The COCPA anticipates 200+ attendees for this in-person event.

Session Topics We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking speakers to address a wide range of accounting and finance topics, including but not limited to:

  • Innovations in Accounting and Finance
  • Emerging Trends and Best Practices
  • Leadership and Professional Growth
  • Technology, Digital Transformation and Its Implications for the Profession 
  • Talent Development and Retention
  • Accounting Guidance Updates
  • SEC/GAAP/Audit updates

Don’t miss this opportunity to develop your staff, grow your firm’s influence, and help shape the future of the profession. Submit your application by January 15, 2025, and take the stage to make a lasting impact.

Apply to speak at PEAK here. 


Reflecting on Colorado Gives Day 2024: The Impact of Donations to the Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs

Thanks to the generosity of individuals and firms in our community, Colorado Gives Day 2024 was a tremendous success! A total of $40,305 was raised for the Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs, directly funding scholarships and programs that empower the next generation of CPAs in Colorado.

These funds ensure that talented, motivated students can pursue their dreams of entering the accounting profession without financial barriers

Every Dollar Raised Helps:

  • Provide scholarships to bright, deserving students across Colorado.
  • Strengthen the talent pipeline for the accounting profession.
  • Create opportunities for future CPAs to thrive in their education and career paths

Scholarship Impact:

  • Over $2,367,900 awarded since 1958.
  • $112,400 awarded in 2023 alone, supporting 37 students with $3,000 scholarships.
  • Scholarships like these cover approximately 18% of annual tuition costs at Colorado colleges.

"This greatly enhanced my ability to focus on making connections and further strides in my dreams of becoming a CPA"

– Latrice Lewis, Scholarship Recipient

Together, with your support, we’re shaping the future of accounting in Colorado. Thank you for making this possible.

Are you or your organization interested in joining as a matching donor for Colorado Gives Day 2025? Contact Derrol Moorhead, COCPA's Director of Member and Business Development: derrol@cocpa.org | 303-741-8624

NOVEMBER 2024

Cheers to the 2024 CPAs Make a Difference Award Recipients and Newly Licensed CPAs!

The CPAs Make a Difference Gala was a night of celebration, recognition, and inspiration. Attendees gathered to honor the 2024 Everyday Heroes and Heroines, applaud outstanding women leaders, and welcome the newly licensed CPAs shaping the future of the profession.

Special thanks to Plante Moran, Eide Bailley, CLA and BDO for their generous table support. Their presence helped create a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit.

From heartfelt recognitions to the excitement of the “welcome tunnel” for new CPAs, the evening highlighted the dedication and impact of those making a difference in accounting. 

Thank you to everyone who joined in celebrating this incredible profession and its future leaders! We look forward to seeing you all again next year.


Make 4x the Impact on Colorado Gives Day: Support Future CPAs by Donating to the Educational Foundation

Colorado Gives Day is December 10th, a statewide initiative that encourages philanthropy in Colorado by inspiring donors to give to local nonprofits. Take action today to invest in tomorrow’s leaders by donating to the Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs. Thanks to our generous matching donors, every dollar you give will be matched, creating 4x the impact.

You don’t have to wait until December 10th—donate online now and schedule your one-time or recurring contribution to make a lasting difference.

Why Give?

Your support ensures bright, motivated students can focus on their studies and achieve their dream of becoming CPAs without financial barriers. Every dollar donated helps empower the next generation of professionals who will shape the future of accounting in Colorado.

Scholarship Impact:

  • $2,367,900 awarded since 1958
  • $112,400 awarded in 2023 alone, supporting 37 students with $3,000 scholarships.
  • Scholarships like these cover approximately 18% of annual tuition costs at Colorado colleges

"Thanks to the incredible generosity of the COCPA Educational Foundation, I could fully focus on my studies and CPA Exam preparation. This scholarship changed my life, and I’ll always be grateful."

– Derek Deslauriers, Scholarship Recipient.

Join us this Colorado Gives Day to make a difference in the lives of future CPAs. Together, help support the talent pipeline and ensure a thriving future for the accounting profession in Colorado.

Donate today: cocpa.org/coloradogives


Be a Voice for CPAs by Attending PAC the House: An Exclusive Event at the Colorado State Capitol

Join a select group of professionals to represent the Colorado accounting community at PAC the House, an exclusive event at the Colorado State Capitol. This is your chance to experience the legislative process firsthand and, alongside other advocates, demonstrate the power of the CPA profession’s collective voice.

By attending, you’ll gain invaluable insight into the legislative process, build relationships that will drive future advocacy efforts, and proudly represent what it means to be a CPA in Colorado.

Your $50 donation to the CPA-PAC will help amplify our influence, pooling your contribution with others to elevate the collective voice of CPAs. The CPA-PAC is a separate entity that empowers bipartisan champions, dedicated to fostering a legislative environment that supports the accounting profession, your clients, and your firm.

Space is limited—only 12 seats remain!

Register today to strengthen our profession’s impact on Colorado’s future legislation: cocpa.org/pac-the-house


Cheers to the 2024 CPAs Make a Difference Award Recipients and Newly Licensed CPAs!

The CPAs Make a Difference Gala was a night of celebration, recognition, and inspiration. Attendees gathered to honor the 2024 Everyday Heroes and Heroines, applaud outstanding women leaders, and welcome the newly licensed CPAs shaping the future of the profession.

Special thanks to Plante Moran, Eide Bailley, CLA and BDO for their generous table support. Their presence helped create a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit.

From heartfelt recognitions to the excitement of the “welcome tunnel” for new CPAs, the evening highlighted the dedication and impact of those making a difference in accounting. 

Thank you to everyone who joined in celebrating this incredible profession and its future leaders! We look forward to seeing you all again next year.


Make 4x the Impact on Colorado Gives Day: Support Future CPAs by Donating to the Educational Foundation

Colorado Gives Day is December 10th, a statewide initiative that encourages philanthropy in Colorado by inspiring donors to give to local nonprofits. Take action today to invest in tomorrow’s leaders by donating to the Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs. Thanks to our generous matching donors, every dollar you give will be matched, creating 4x the impact.

You don’t have to wait until December 10th—donate online now and schedule your one-time or recurring contribution to make a lasting difference.

Why Give?

Your support ensures bright, motivated students can focus on their studies and achieve their dream of becoming CPAs without financial barriers. Every dollar donated helps empower the next generation of professionals who will shape the future of accounting in Colorado.

Scholarship Impact:

  • $2,367,900 awarded since 1958
  • $112,400 awarded in 2023 alone, supporting 37 students with $3,000 scholarships.
  • Scholarships like these cover approximately 18% of annual tuition costs at Colorado colleges

"Thanks to the incredible generosity of the COCPA Educational Foundation, I could fully focus on my studies and CPA Exam preparation. This scholarship changed my life, and I’ll always be grateful."

– Derek Deslauriers, Scholarship Recipient.

Join us this Colorado Gives Day to make a difference in the lives of future CPAs. Together, help support the talent pipeline and ensure a thriving future for the accounting profession in Colorado.

Donate today: cocpa.org/coloradogives


Be a Voice for CPAs by Attending PAC the House: An Exclusive Event at the Colorado State Capitol

Join a select group of professionals to represent the Colorado accounting community at PAC the House, an exclusive event at the Colorado State Capitol. This is your chance to experience the legislative process firsthand and, alongside other advocates, demonstrate the power of the CPA profession’s collective voice.

By attending, you’ll gain invaluable insight into the legislative process, build relationships that will drive future advocacy efforts, and proudly represent what it means to be a CPA in Colorado.

Your $50 donation to the CPA-PAC will help amplify our influence, pooling your contribution with others to elevate the collective voice of CPAs. The CPA-PAC is a separate entity that empowers bipartisan champions, dedicated to fostering a legislative environment that supports the accounting profession, your clients, and your firm.

Space is limited—only 12 seats remain!

Register today to strengthen our profession’s impact on Colorado’s future legislation: cocpa.org/pac-the-house


OCTOBER 2024

COCPA Advocacy Yields Positive Changes to Colorado CPA Licensure Requirements to Ease Pipeline Challenges

As part of its ongoing commitment to addressing talent pipeline challenges, the COCPA has actively been advocating since November 2023 for the Colorado State Board of Accountancy (the State Board) to reduce commonly reported barriers specific to Colorado’s educational and experience requirements for CPA licensure. Based on conversations we have had with firm leaders, this is a huge win not only for Colorado firms but their teams as well.

On October 16, following an extensive rulemaking process, the State Board adopted several changes to Colorado rules to offer more flexibility in obtaining licensure while maintaining appropriate public protection.

These updates include:

  • Reduced Audit Coursework Requirement: The required auditing coursework has been reduced from six credit hours to three, aligning with accounting concentrations in other states and facilitating licensure for candidates from outside Colorado.
  • Eliminated Ethics Coursework Requirement: The mandatory three credit hours of accounting or business-specific ethics have been removed, acknowledging that ethics remains a vital competency for CPAs and is integrated throughout the educational journey and the required AICPA Professional Ethics Comprehensive Course.
  • Internship Hours Count Towards Experience: Eligible work hours gained during an academic internship can now contribute toward the work experience requirement, expediting the time to licensure. A limit of three credit hours from internships has been established for meeting the educational requirements in each of the accounting and business concentrations.

The COCPA has been a steady voice in the stakeholder feedback and rulemaking process, emphasizing the need for more flexibility and clarity in the rules for licensure. Membership in the COCPA equips us to continue this important type of advocacy work with the State Board and other agencies impacting your career. Make sure you are a member of this vital community today.  For more details about this update, read COCPA’s blog post here.

Fuel Advocacy Work with CPA-PAC

As we celebrate these significant regulatory changes with the State Board of Accountancy, it's crucial to recognize that to protect and advance the profession in the future, there will be more work to be done with legislators at a state law-making level.

These important advocacy efforts rely on voluntary financial contributions to the CPA-PAC, a non-profit, non-partisan entity that builds and creates champions who understand the issues important to us as accounting professionals. You can help protect and invest in the future of the profession by supporting CPA-PAC by donating today. Your contributions are essential in driving positive change.


In addition to the impact you make, contributors will also receive an exclusive invitation to the annual PAC the House event on January 23, 2025, at the Colorado State Capitol. This is a unique opportunity to represent the accounting community and witness the legislative process firsthand.


Your participation is vital in strengthening the accounting profession's role in shaping Colorado's future. With only 15 seats available, make sure to save the date and donate today.


Get Ready for the Battle of the Brains: Support Colorado Schools at CPAs Make a Difference.

The Battle of the Brains Fundraising Competition, held at the CPAs Make a Difference on November 6, 2024, is a fun way to show your school pride while supporting accounting students at Colorado colleges and universities.

Use your tax-deductible donor dollars as a VOTE for one of the Colorado schools benefiting from the Foundation’s programming. This is a race to finish—a Battle of the Brains! The school with the most alumni and donor pride, demonstrated by the total value of donations by the end of the night, wins full bragging rights. Last year, Metro State University took home the title and the traveling trophy—could your alma mater or favorite school be next? If yes, we encourage you to attend and donate to assure your alma mater takes home the top prize.

Start preparing now to rally behind your alma mater or support a local school as they compete to raise funds for their programs. Every donation counts and helps support the bright futures of Colorado students.

Ways to Give:

  • Give online using the link here.
  • Make a check payable to “The Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs” with the school listed in the memo line.
  • Provide cash donations with the school you want to support to one of the COCPA staff at the Battle of the Brains table.

To learn more about the COCPA Education Foundation and specifically its annual accounting scholarship program click here.


Final Call to Attend CPAs Make a Difference: A Night to Celebrate Our Profession

Join COCPA on November 6th in Denver, CO, for CPAs Make a Difference to honor the 2024 Everyday Heroes and Heroines, Women to Watch, and newly licensed CPAs. View the honorees here.

Attend to welcome the future leaders of our profession and celebrate those making a significant impact across Colorado. Bring your teams, including newly licensed CPAs, to this inspiring event as we kick off with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Network with colleagues, reconnect with friends, and participate in the fun “Battle of the Brains” during the opening hour. 

  • Honor Extraordinary Women Leaders: Celebrate the powerful women shaping the CPA profession, inspiring future leaders, and breaking new ground.
  • Celebrate Everyday Heroes: Recognize the unsung CPAs quietly transforming businesses and making a difference in their communities.
  • Welcome the Future: Help us celebrate the newly licensed CPAs from the past year by participating in our “welcome tunnel” as they accept their CPA pins on stage.
  • Don’t miss this special evening of recognition, inspiration, and community. Purchase individual tickets or a table here.

For assistance with registration for your firm or team, please contact Derrol Moorhead at derrol@cocpa.org or (720) 838-3053.


COCPA Advocacy Yields Positive Changes to Colorado CPA Licensure Requirements to Ease Pipeline Challenges

As part of its ongoing commitment to addressing talent pipeline challenges, the COCPA has actively been advocating since November 2023 for the Colorado State Board of Accountancy (the State Board) to reduce commonly reported barriers specific to Colorado’s educational and experience requirements for CPA licensure. Based on conversations we have had with firm leaders, this is a huge win not only for Colorado firms but their teams as well.

On October 16, following an extensive rulemaking process, the State Board adopted several changes to Colorado rules to offer more flexibility in obtaining licensure while maintaining appropriate public protection.

These updates include:

  • Reduced Audit Coursework Requirement: The required auditing coursework has been reduced from six credit hours to three, aligning with accounting concentrations in other states and facilitating licensure for candidates from outside Colorado.
  • Eliminated Ethics Coursework Requirement: The mandatory three credit hours of accounting or business-specific ethics have been removed, acknowledging that ethics remains a vital competency for CPAs and is integrated throughout the educational journey and the required AICPA Professional Ethics Comprehensive Course.
  • Internship Hours Count Towards Experience: Eligible work hours gained during an academic internship can now contribute toward the work experience requirement, expediting the time to licensure. A limit of three credit hours from internships has been established for meeting the educational requirements in each of the accounting and business concentrations.

The COCPA has been a steady voice in the stakeholder feedback and rulemaking process, emphasizing the need for more flexibility and clarity in the rules for licensure. Membership in the COCPA equips us to continue this important type of advocacy work with the State Board and other agencies impacting your career. Make sure you are a member of this vital community today.  For more details about this update, read COCPA’s blog post here.

Fuel Advocacy Work with CPA-PAC

As we celebrate these significant regulatory changes with the State Board of Accountancy, it's crucial to recognize that to protect and advance the profession in the future, there will be more work to be done with legislators at a state law-making level.

These important advocacy efforts rely on voluntary financial contributions to the CPA-PAC, a non-profit, non-partisan entity that builds and creates champions who understand the issues important to us as accounting professionals. You can help protect and invest in the future of the profession by supporting CPA-PAC by donating today. Your contributions are essential in driving positive change.


In addition to the impact you make, contributors will also receive an exclusive invitation to the annual PAC the House event on January 23, 2025, at the Colorado State Capitol. This is a unique opportunity to represent the accounting community and witness the legislative process firsthand.


Your participation is vital in strengthening the accounting profession's role in shaping Colorado's future. With only 15 seats available, make sure to save the date and donate today.


Get Ready for the Battle of the Brains: Support Colorado Schools at CPAs Make a Difference.

The Battle of the Brains Fundraising Competition, held at the CPAs Make a Difference on November 6, 2024, is a fun way to show your school pride while supporting accounting students at Colorado colleges and universities.

Use your tax-deductible donor dollars as a VOTE for one of the Colorado schools benefiting from the Foundation’s programming. This is a race to finish—a Battle of the Brains! The school with the most alumni and donor pride, demonstrated by the total value of donations by the end of the night, wins full bragging rights. Last year, Metro State University took home the title and the traveling trophy—could your alma mater or favorite school be next? If yes, we encourage you to attend and donate to assure your alma mater takes home the top prize.

Start preparing now to rally behind your alma mater or support a local school as they compete to raise funds for their programs. Every donation counts and helps support the bright futures of Colorado students.

Ways to Give:

  • Give online using the link here.
  • Make a check payable to “The Educational Foundation of the Colorado Society of CPAs” with the school listed in the memo line.
  • Provide cash donations with the school you want to support to one of the COCPA staff at the Battle of the Brains table.

To learn more about the COCPA Education Foundation and specifically its annual accounting scholarship program click here.


Final Call to Attend CPAs Make a Difference: A Night to Celebrate Our Profession

Join COCPA on November 6th in Denver, CO, for CPAs Make a Difference to honor the 2024 Everyday Heroes and Heroines, Women to Watch, and newly licensed CPAs. View the honorees here.

Attend to welcome the future leaders of our profession and celebrate those making a significant impact across Colorado. Bring your teams, including newly licensed CPAs, to this inspiring event as we kick off with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Network with colleagues, reconnect with friends, and participate in the fun “Battle of the Brains” during the opening hour. 

  • Honor Extraordinary Women Leaders: Celebrate the powerful women shaping the CPA profession, inspiring future leaders, and breaking new ground.
  • Celebrate Everyday Heroes: Recognize the unsung CPAs quietly transforming businesses and making a difference in their communities.
  • Welcome the Future: Help us celebrate the newly licensed CPAs from the past year by participating in our “welcome tunnel” as they accept their CPA pins on stage.
  • Don’t miss this special evening of recognition, inspiration, and community. Purchase individual tickets or a table here.

For assistance with registration for your firm or team, please contact Derrol Moorhead at derrol@cocpa.org or (720) 838-3053.


SEPTEMBER 2024

Congratulations to the 2024 COCPA Educational Foundation Scholarship Recipients

Honoring Accounting Students and Named Scholarship Winners

This summer, the COCPA Educational Foundation awarded 31 scholarships, totaling $93,000, to exceptional accounting students across Colorado. These scholarships help alleviate financial pressures, enabling students to focus on their studies and pursue their CPA licensure.

A special congratulations to the recipients of named scholarships:

  • Plante Moran Scholarship:
    • Gabby Carpenter, Colorado State University
    • Noah Smith, Colorado State University
    • Emma Davis, Colorado Christian University
    • Joanna Guhl, University of Denver
  • Moss Adams LLP Scholarship:
    • Taliyah Murphy, University of Colorado – Colorado Springs
    • David Lockwood, Colorado Christian University
  • BDO LLP Scholarship: Grace Creamer, University of Denver
  • Eide Bailly LLP Scholarship: Kaitlin Wicklein, Colorado State University

In addition to annual scholarships, the Educational Foundation promotes accounting education through mentorship programs, awards, and outreach initiatives. Interested in becoming a mentor or even lending your expertise to the Educational Foundation Board?

Learn more about how you can get involved and support the future of the profession by visiting the COCPA Educational Foundation here.


Become a Mentor and Shape the Next Generation of Accounting Leaders

Every COCPA Educational Foundation scholarship recipient is offered the opportunity to be paired with a professional mentor through our one-year mentorship program.

As a COCPA member, you can volunteer to be that mentor, helping to shape the future of accounting by offering guidance, sharing your experiences, and providing support to an aspiring CPA.

Mentoring allows you to give back to the profession while making meaningful connections with the next generation of accountants. 

If you're ready to encourage the future of accounting and share your story, please fill out the mentor interest form today. Complete COCPA’s Volunteer Form to become a mentor


Graduated but Still Need to Study for the CPA Exam? COCPA Has the Tools You Need

Prepare for the New CPA Evolution Exam with free Mock Exams, Discounts, and More Resources

Have you graduated, but still need to tackle the CPA Exam? Now is the perfect time to get started,  before the new CPA Evolution-aligned Uniform CPA Exam launches in January 2025. The new exam format will include three core sections all candidates must complete:

  • Auditing and Attestation 
  • Financial Accounting and Reporting
  • Taxation and Regulation

Candidates will then need to choose one of three disciplines to specialize in:

  • Business Analysis and Reporting Information 
  • Systems and Controls 
  • Tax Compliance and Planning

The COCPA offers members a variety of resources to ensure they are fully prepared for the exam:

  • 4 times per year you can take a free virtual mock exam offered by Surgent, in the section of your choice. This is a great way to see where you stand on a module, including getting a readiness score, and where you need to focus your study efforts. The mock exam will incorporate the new CPA Evolution changes.
  • You can access a collection of resources to help you study and pass the exam on the COCPA website here, including AICPA's latest booklet guiding you through candidate requirements, the application process, and the exam itself.
  • As part of COCPA's Member Savings Program, COCPA members have access to exclusive discounts on multiple CPA exam prep products to support all your study needs.

Now is the time to focus on your CPA journey and take advantage of these helpful resources. If you need additional support or have questions, reach out to COCPA at info@cocpa.org.


Congratulations to the 2024 COCPA Educational Foundation Scholarship Recipients

Honoring Accounting Students and Named Scholarship Winners

This summer, the COCPA Educational Foundation awarded 31 scholarships, totaling $93,000, to exceptional accounting students across Colorado. These scholarships help alleviate financial pressures, enabling students to focus on their studies and pursue their CPA licensure.

A special congratulations to the recipients of named scholarships:

  • Plante Moran Scholarship:
    • Gabby Carpenter, Colorado State University
    • Noah Smith, Colorado State University
    • Emma Davis, Colorado Christian University
    • Joanna Guhl, University of Denver
  • Moss Adams LLP Scholarship:
    • Taliyah Murphy, University of Colorado – Colorado Springs
    • David Lockwood, Colorado Christian University
  • BDO LLP Scholarship: Grace Creamer, University of Denver
  • Eide Bailly LLP Scholarship: Kaitlin Wicklein, Colorado State University

In addition to annual scholarships, the Educational Foundation promotes accounting education through mentorship programs, awards, and outreach initiatives. Interested in becoming a mentor or even lending your expertise to the Educational Foundation Board?

Learn more about how you can get involved and support the future of the profession by visiting the COCPA Educational Foundation here.


Become a Mentor and Shape the Next Generation of Accounting Leaders

Every COCPA Educational Foundation scholarship recipient is offered the opportunity to be paired with a professional mentor through our one-year mentorship program.

As a COCPA member, you can volunteer to be that mentor, helping to shape the future of accounting by offering guidance, sharing your experiences, and providing support to an aspiring CPA.

Mentoring allows you to give back to the profession while making meaningful connections with the next generation of accountants. 

If you're ready to encourage the future of accounting and share your story, please fill out the mentor interest form today. Complete COCPA’s Volunteer Form to become a mentor


Graduated but Still Need to Study for the CPA Exam? COCPA Has the Tools You Need

Prepare for the New CPA Evolution Exam with free Mock Exams, Discounts, and More Resources

Have you graduated, but still need to tackle the CPA Exam? Now is the perfect time to get started,  before the new CPA Evolution-aligned Uniform CPA Exam launches in January 2025. The new exam format will include three core sections all candidates must complete:

  • Auditing and Attestation 
  • Financial Accounting and Reporting
  • Taxation and Regulation

Candidates will then need to choose one of three disciplines to specialize in:

  • Business Analysis and Reporting Information 
  • Systems and Controls 
  • Tax Compliance and Planning

The COCPA offers members a variety of resources to ensure they are fully prepared for the exam:

  • 4 times per year you can take a free virtual mock exam offered by Surgent, in the section of your choice. This is a great way to see where you stand on a module, including getting a readiness score, and where you need to focus your study efforts. The mock exam will incorporate the new CPA Evolution changes.
  • You can access a collection of resources to help you study and pass the exam on the COCPA website here, including AICPA's latest booklet guiding you through candidate requirements, the application process, and the exam itself.
  • As part of COCPA's Member Savings Program, COCPA members have access to exclusive discounts on multiple CPA exam prep products to support all your study needs.

Now is the time to focus on your CPA journey and take advantage of these helpful resources. If you need additional support or have questions, reach out to COCPA at info@cocpa.org.


You can have a direct impact on supporting legislation that will benefit your firm, your staff, your clients by contributing to the CPA-PAC. Learn more & donate here →

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