Feedback from the first EA exam candidates is in – the exam is going very well. Over 9,600 candidates have registered with Prometric to take the EA exam and almost 900 have already taken one part. Gleim candidates report no surprises and few computer issues. Feedback indicates that our candidates feel the Gleim practice questions...Read More
If You Failed One or More Parts Previously In recent years, the pass rate on each part of the EA exam has averaged between 50% and 80% for first-time takers, depending on the part. This statistic means that many candidates do not pass all parts attempted and have to take at least one part twice....Read More
This week’s Study Tip discusses the importance of reviewing questions answered correctly. It is imperative to verify that you answered questions correctly for the right reasons. Otherwise, if the material is tested on the EA exam in a different manner, you may not answer it correctly. This will help you be a better test taker...Read More
EA Examination Preparation Checklist Apply to take the exam as far in advance as possible. If space permits, you may register and schedule up to 2 days prior to your test date. Acquire your study materials. Rely on the Gleim EA Review System as your primary study source. Plan your study program. Gleim Personal Counselors...Read More
Usually the Study Tip of the Week is filled with tips on what TO DO when preparing for the exam or once you get to the testing center. You may benefit by reading the following list of WHAT NOT TO DO: Arrive at the exam site upset, late, tired, etc. — Get there early and...Read More
Study Plan, Budget, and Calendar Last week we posted the final step in how to study with the Gleim Review materials. Before you begin studying you want to be sure you have a study plan and time budget prepared and have it written down on a calendar. Complete one study unit at a time. In...Read More
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How to Study Using EA Gleim Online: Step Four Last week, you learned that Step Three of using EA Gleim Online involves taking the True/False Study Quiz for about 30 minutes. Step Four Study the Knowledge Transfer outline for about an hour, specifically the troublesome areas identified from the multiple-choice and true/false quizzes. These outlines...Read More
1- Review the IRS’s “Enrolled Agent Special Enrollment Examination: Licensing Information Bulletin”, available via prometric.com/irs 2- Contact Prometric to register for your examination, and to schedule an appointment and pay to take the examination 3- Prepare for your examination using Gleim’s EA Complete System, available via gleim.com/accounting/ea, or by calling 1 (800) 874-5346 4- Take...Read More
Question: I have heard there are a few questions on the exams that are included for IRS research purposes. How will these affect my scores? Answer: Your examination may include some experimental questions that will not be scored. If present, they are distributed throughout the examination and will not be identified as such. These are...Read More
