
The California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA) (www.calcpa.org) is a professional association of CPAs and the nation’s largest state accounting organization. It serves more than 40,000 members in public practice, private industry, education and government. Through CalCPA Institute, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, CalCPA members provide financial literacy programs to high schools and community groups.
Student membership is FREE for any person who is a full-time or part-time undergraduate and has never been licensed as a CPA nor achieved a bachelor’s degree, by going to the express application at www.calcpa.org/studentapp. Graduate students pursing CPA licensure fall under the Candidate membership category and their first year is FREE, candidates can sign up at www.calcpa.org/joinfree.

Being a professional partner with Beta Alpha Psi has been an incredibly rewarding experience. I’ve had the opportunity to connect with driven, curious students who are passionate about their future in accounting, finance, and business. It’s inspiring to support their growth, share insights from the field, and help bridge the gap between classroom and career.
Tori Maas
Manager, Talent Acquisition
Wipfli LLP