1. (a) Upon implementation of the computer-based CPA examination an eligibility fee shall become effective for each section for which an applicant is eligible and applies.

   1. (1) Auditing and Attestation--$70.00.
   2. (2) Financial Accounting and Reporting--$70.00.
   3. (3) Regulation--$70.00.
   4. (4) Business and Economic Concepts--$70.00.
2. (b) The eligibility fee shall be paid to the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. This is a non-refundable fee.
3. (c) The fee paid shall be valid for 90 days after the board determines that an applicant is eligible for a section of the CPA examination. The board may extend the 90 day eligibility to accommodate the psychometric evaluation and performance of test questions by the test provider.

Source Note:The provisions of this §521.14 adopted to be effective October 15, 2003, 28 TexReg 8946.