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Open the Study Note for the exam-focused map, then use the matching Bite-Sized Video Lesson when seeing the explanation on a whiteboard helps the concept click.
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Kesler CPA Passing Tools Breakdown
| Product | Details | Monthly | Complete | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kesler Gamified Test Bank | 8,290 questions & 624 simulationsMCQ practice with XP, levels and study streaksUnderstand the why with a Learn N GO whiteboard explanation for every MCQ | Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Study Notes | 210 condensed summariesThe must-know concepts from the AICPA blueprints, distilled for quick review | Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Audio | 210 audio summaries + 913 short audio lessonsListen to the must-know concepts from the AICPA blueprints | Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Textbook | 210 detailed textbook lessonsBased on the AICPA blueprints, with detail, theory and examples to work through before practice | Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Video Lessons | 913 bite-sized video lessonsLearn the must-know concepts with matching Study Notes and audio | Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Flashcards | 8,365 digital flashcardsPlus build your own decks | Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Mock Exams | Practice exams with MCQs and simulations | Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Mentorship | View 7 modules
| Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Study Planner | Plan your study sessions around your exam date and available time | Included | Included | Included |
| Kesler Review Tools | Target your review with Study Loops, Study Funnels & Focus Notes | Included | Included | Included |
| Big Day Ready | See your preparation targets and what is left to complete | Included | Included | Included |
| Ask Kes AI Chat | Your AI study assistant. Max includes unlimited personal study use for the first 12 months. Usage limits & fair use. | Included Limited usage | Included Limited usage | Included UnlimitedFirst 12 months |
| Kesler Community | Expert Email Support for content and study-method questions, plus your private study community | Included | Included | Included |
| Mobile + desktop web app | Open your course in your browser, or add it to your home screen. Keep your study activity synced across devices. | Included | Included | Included |
| CPA Exam Arcade | Take a study break with CPA Exam Survival, PETty Cash and Audit Trail. | Included | Included | Included |
| Plan benefits | ||||
| Course access | Study one exam section at a time, with up to two section switches every 30 days. Complete and Max require an active NTS after 12 months. Access terms. | Included While subscribed | Included Until you pass | Included Until you pass |
| Print Credit | Redeem for printed textbooks or Study Notes. Credit & shipping terms. | Included $60After initial payment + 2 consecutive renewals | Included $60On purchase | Included $720 total |
| Printed textbook + Study Notes set | Max credit covers 4 textbooks + 4 Study Notes for your four exam sections. Choose your materials and order from your account when ready. | Not included | Not included | Included |
| 221 CPA Exam Study Tips eBook | Included with Max. Optional checkout add-on for Monthly and Complete. | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Max Pass Guarantee | $250 toward a qualifying retake per distinct section, up to four sections / $1,000 total. First 12 months; study and claim requirements apply. | Not included | Not included | Included |
See counts by exam section
AUD: 2,026 MCQs, 129 simulations, 1,635 premade flashcards. 62 detailed textbook lessons, 62 condensed Study Notes summaries and 62 audio summaries. 226 bite-sized video lessons and 226 short audio lessons.
FAR: 1,469 MCQs, 122 simulations, 1,331 premade flashcards. 36 detailed textbook lessons, 36 condensed Study Notes summaries and 36 audio summaries. 165 bite-sized video lessons and 165 short audio lessons.
REG: 1,133 MCQs, 103 simulations, 1,196 premade flashcards. 35 detailed textbook lessons, 35 condensed Study Notes summaries and 35 audio summaries. 148 bite-sized video lessons and 148 short audio lessons.
BAR: 1,423 MCQs, 108 simulations, 1,426 premade flashcards. 37 detailed textbook lessons, 37 condensed Study Notes summaries and 37 audio summaries. 164 bite-sized video lessons and 164 short audio lessons.
ISC: 1,086 MCQs, 65 simulations, 1,338 premade flashcards. 15 detailed textbook lessons, 15 condensed Study Notes summaries and 15 audio summaries. 95 bite-sized video lessons and 95 short audio lessons.
TCP: 1,153 MCQs, 97 simulations, 1,439 premade flashcards. 25 detailed textbook lessons, 25 condensed Study Notes summaries and 25 audio summaries. 115 bite-sized video lessons and 115 short audio lessons.
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How you’ll use the KESLER Method
GO DEEPER WITH THE TEXTBOOK
Work through the Digital Textbook for the detail, theory, and examples behind the must-know concepts. Use it to close gaps in your understanding before you practice.
SOLVE THE QUESTION. UNDERSTAND THE WHY.
Apply what you learned to a multiple-choice question, then watch its Learn N GO whiteboard explanation. Review the written reasoning and Gem of the Question to understand the answer and carry the lesson into your next attempt.
RETURN IN A DIFFERENT FORMAT
Build Audio Note playlists for preview or reinforcement, then use KeslerCards and Study Loops for delayed retrieval. Listening supports review; practice shows what is still available from memory.
LET THE EVIDENCE NARROW THE NEXT DECISION
Use ReadySignal and the Progress Center to see what is holding up, what is slipping, and where enough evidence exists to choose a priority.
REHEARSE EXAM DAY WITH MOCK EXAMS
Work through mock-exam testlets to practice pacing, breaks, and sustained focus. Then use what you learned to target weak areas in your final review.
Apply the method to your situation.
Kesler as my full course
Build from the beginning.
Choose your section and exam date, then organize learning, practice, and review into a plan you can follow.
Alongside another course
Keep your course.
Add what's missing.
You don't have to abandon your main course's plan to use Kesler. Find the topic you're working on, then add a clearer explanation or more focused practice.
The Topic Plan organizes Kesler resources around available course topic references, so you can find related lessons, Study Notes, textbook material, and questions.
Use Kesler to solve a specific gap, or use it as your complete course. Either way, give each study session a clear purpose.
For a retake
Give your retake a new direction.
Use your score report as a starting point. Fresh practice helps you find what still needs work, then focus your review.
See the teaching in action
Learn the concept.
A bite-sized video lesson walks through the must-know material from your Study Notes.
Understand the answer.
After practice, a Learn N GO whiteboard explanation shows the reasoning behind the MCQ.
REAL STUDENTS. REAL RESULTS.
"After 8 attempts, I passed FAR with a 79! I went heavy on the Kesler side this time. Constantly reviewing my custom flashcards, reading each question's gem. Stick to Bryan's method. It WORKS!"
Bryce W.
Passed FAR with 79 after 8 attempts
"I PASSED FAR WITH AN 84! I have been taking this exam for 5 years and tested for FAR at least 13 times. It wasn't until I used your study methods that I got the score. I'm in shock."
Emma Jean
Passed FAR with 84 after 13+ attempts
"I took a 2-year sabbatical from the CPA exam after failing a section from a lack of confidence and direction. The support, community, and direction that came with Bryan and his team was above and beyond."
Kayla Bradley
Came back after a 2-year break
"I HAVE PASSED ALL 4 PARTS OF THE CPA EXAM! It took me a year to pass FAR because I spent the first 6 months not using Kesler. After finding Kesler, I never watched lectures again."
Julie P.
Passed all 4 using Becker + Kesler
"Passed AUD with a 79! Went from 62 to 69 to 79. Reading over the whys and gems helped me understand the concepts because the explanations are to the point and easy to understand."
Jessica
AUD: 62 to 69 to 79
"Kesler mentorship is a great complement to your CPA review course. The techniques and tips are very well organized and Bryan is extremely hands-on."
Melodie S.
Supplemented her review course
"At almost 40, I found Bryan's videos on YouTube and was hooked. With more study time, Bryan's mentorship, accountability partners, and looping sealed the deal. Kesler Mentorship was the foundation for passing all 4 exams."
Kathy K.
Passed all 4 sections at age 40
"I'd like to thank especially Bryan Kesler for creating Kesler CPA Review which makes one of the most challenging professional tests in the world more digestible. Without his hard work, it would have taken me much longer."
Jimmy Chilimigras
Youngest person in history (age 15)
"I've been using this guide throughout my whole CPA exam journey and I can honestly say it has relieved some of my stress. I've taken 2 exams and passed both."
Brenda C.
Passed her first 2 sections
CPA Exam History at 15: Meet Jimmy Chilimigras
FOUR CPA EXAM SECTIONS. PASSED AT 15.
In 2023, Jimmy Chilimigras passed all four CPA Exam sections at age 15, a result reported by multiple accounting publications.
Jimmy used Kesler CPA Review as one of his study resources and publicly thanked Bryan for making the material more digestible.
As reported by the Journal of Accountancy, Accounting Today, NASBA, and Inside Public Accounting.
The same digital course.
Choose your added support.
Keep your commitment flexible with Monthly. Pay once for course access with Complete. Or choose Max for printed materials, more Ask Kes help, and conditional Pass Protection.
Every paid plan includes the full digital course. Access terms, Print Credit, AI usage, and retake support depend on your plan.
COMPARE PLANS →FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does Ask Kes help when I get stuck?
What does Big Day Ready track?
How do printed materials and Print Credit work?
What does the Max Pass Guarantee cover?
What is Kesler CPA Review?
Kesler CPA Review is a complete CPA review course. It includes Textbook content, Study Notes, Bite-Sized Video Lessons, Audio Notes, MCQs, Learn N GO MCQ Explanations, task-based simulations, flashcards, planning tools, Self-Study Mentorship, Kesler Community, and Expert Email Support.
What are Learn N GO MCQ Explanations?
Every MCQ in the Kesler test bank includes a Learn N GO MCQ Explanation. These question-specific whiteboard videos break down the individual MCQ after practice and are distinct from the topic-level Bite-Sized Video Lessons.
What is the KESLER Method?
The KESLER Method is a six-step study loop: Know what matters first, Expand with the Textbook, Solve in focused blocks, Loop for long-term retention, Evaluate your weakest areas, and Rehearse the real thing. The course connects each step to the relevant lesson, practice, review, progress, or final-review tools.
Is Kesler CPA Review enough to pass the CPA exam as a standalone course?
Kesler CPA Review is a complete CPA review course and can also be used to supplement another course. All three paid plans include the complete digital course, Self-Study Mentorship, Kesler Community access, and Expert Email Support.
Can I see the course before choosing a membership?
Yes. The Kesler Free Trial is a limited preview of all current course features with a paywall inside the trial. It lets you inspect the lesson, practice, and study-planning experience before choosing a paid membership. See exactly what the Free Trial includes.
Will Kesler CPA Review work alongside Becker, UWorld, Gleim, or Surgent?
Yes. If you already own Becker, UWorld, Gleim, Surgent, or another course, you can use Kesler's lesson, practice, or support formats to supplement it. Kesler remains a complete CPA review course that can also be used on its own.
Is there a free trial of Kesler CPA Review?
Yes. See what the Kesler CPA Review Free Trial includes, then start the limited preview when you are ready. The trial has a paywall inside it and does not unlock full paid content or paid-member services. Visit the pricing page for current membership and refund terms.
How much does Kesler CPA Review cost?
Current membership options and offer terms are maintained on the Kesler CPA Review pricing page. The Free Trial is a limited preview of all current features with a paywall inside the trial; paid memberships include the full digital course, with AI usage and added benefits depending on your plan, and every lesson includes a matching Study Note, Audio Note, and Bite-Sized Video Lesson. Evidence-based recommendations depend on study history.
How long has Kesler CPA Review been around?
Kesler CPA Review combines a complete CPA review course with the study method and support developed by Bryan Kesler. Current product details are maintained on this page and the official pricing page.
Who is Bryan Kesler?
Bryan Kesler is the founder of Kesler CPA Review. The Journal of Accountancy reported on his planning and strategy sessions with Jimmy Chilimigras, and CPA Practice Advisor named Bryan a 2023 “20 Under 40” Influencer.
Is there a refund policy or pass guarantee?
First-time customers can request a membership refund within 30 days of their initial purchase, with no study requirements. Redeemed promotional Print Credit reduces the eligible refund. The separate Max Pass Guarantee offers conditional financial support toward a qualifying retake; Monthly and Complete do not include it. Read the guarantee requirements and review the membership terms on pricing.
What is included with Ask Kes AI Chat?
Ask Kes helps explain concepts and answer follow-up questions. Monthly and Complete include Limited Usage. Max includes unlimited questions for your own studying during your first 12 calendar months, with fair-use protections.
Long study sessions and follow-up questions are welcome. Account sharing, automated or bulk requests, scraping, and reselling answers are not allowed. Very rapid requests can require a brief wait. After the first 12 months, Max returns to the standard paid allowance unless you have another eligible entitlement.
What do the Big Day Ready targets mean?
The targets are informed by Kesler users' study activity and self-reported exam results. They give you concrete preparation goals, including mentorship, a saved plan and exam date, question coverage, recent practice accuracy, and a completed mock.
Targets include at least 70% accuracy on counted practice answers in the final 30 days and at least 70% overall on a completed mock, including simulations, in the final 14 days. They work alongside the other preparation requirements.
Every paid plan includes the tracker. Only Max includes the separate conditional financial benefit. Read the full requirements.
How do printed materials and Print Credit work?
Digital textbooks and Study Notes are included in every paid plan. Printed materials follow your plan's credit entitlement. Redeem in your account by section, confirm your delivery details, and order when ready. Nothing ships automatically.
At current member redemption prices, a textbook uses $120 of credit and a Study Notes book uses $60. Max's $720 total covers four of each. Complete includes $60 on purchase; Monthly's one-time $60 unlocks after the initial payment and two successful consecutive monthly renewals.
Choose the edition available when you order. Updated printed editions are not automatically supplied for free. Credit is for eligible materials, not cash. Availability, shipping details, and delivery estimates are confirmed at redemption. Review credit and printed-material terms.
BRYAN KESLER, CPA
Founder of Kesler CPA Review and designer of the Kesler Method.
CPA Practice Advisor named Bryan Kesler a 2023 “20 Under 40” Influencer.
Bryan built Kesler CPA Review to connect course content with a practical process for planning, practice, review, and support.
The complete course now includes Textbook content, Study Notes, Bite-Sized Video Lessons, Audio Notes, practice questions, simulations, planning tools, Self-Study Mentorship, community, and email support.
The Journal of Accountancy reported that Bryan met twice monthly with Jimmy Chilimigras to plan and strategize during Jimmy's CPA exam preparation. Jimmy passed the exam at age 15; Kesler was one resource in his broader preparation.
The method grew from those mistakes: define the next study task, practice actively, check what held up, and get help when you cannot diagnose the problem alone. #FollowTheMethod
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Explore Kesler for your situation
DECIDE WHETHER THE KESLER FORMAT FITS YOU
Every paid option includes the same digital features. Your real decision is whether the lesson formats, study workflow, and support model match how you want to prepare. Start with 10 practical tests before choosing a CPA review course and record what happens during your trial.
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FOR ADHD CANDIDATES
Short explanations, format choices, focus timers, and concrete next actions for candidates who want a more manageable workflow.
See your path →🎨
FOR VISUAL LEARNERS
Learn N GO MCQ Explanations, one for every MCQ. See it drawn, don't just read about it.
See your path →💼
FOR WORKING PROFESSIONALS
Studying around a 40-hour week. Short sessions, mobile and desktop web app (PWA), and a focus timer built for your schedule.
See your path →🔄
AFTER A 74 OR FAILED ATTEMPT
This is your comeback. A different method for candidates who have been there.
See your path →🚀
FOR CAREER CHANGERS
New to accounting. Mentorship plus structured fundamentals.
See your path →📚
SUPPLEMENT YOUR CURRENT COURSE
Using Becker, UWorld, Gleim, or Surgent. Layer Kesler on top without starting over.
See your path →KESLER MAY FIT IF...
You want shorter lesson formats, question-specific whiteboard explanations, a repeatable study loop, and email/community support inside one complete course.
ANOTHER FORMAT MAY FIT BETTER IF...
You know you learn best from long-form lectures, require scheduled live classes, or want phone-based tutoring. Compare the current delivery and support terms before choosing.
Explore your CPA exam section
SEE EXACTLY WHAT YOU WILL USE FOR YOUR NEXT EXAM
The CPA exam guides explain what each section tests. These Kesler course pages explain what is included inside the membership for that section and connect the course to its optional 2026 Printed Textbook.
AUD COURSE
Auditing and Attestation inside Kesler.
VIEW AUD →FAR COURSE
Financial Accounting and Reporting inside Kesler.
VIEW FAR →REG COURSE
Regulation inside Kesler.
VIEW REG →BAR COURSE
Business Analysis and Reporting inside Kesler.
VIEW BAR →ISC COURSE
Information Systems and Controls inside Kesler.
VIEW ISC →TCP COURSE
Tax Compliance and Planning inside Kesler.
VIEW TCP →Firm and university programs
A COMPLETE COURSE NEEDS THE RIGHT ROLLOUT.
Firm licenses include the complete digital course, FAR, AUD, REG, and one candidate-selected Discipline Printed Textbook, Self-Study Mentorship, Kesler Community access, and Expert Email Support. Universities can work with Kesler to scope cohort access, onboarding, and candidate support through a separate proposal.
Choose the institutional path that fits your candidates, purchasing process, calendar, and support goals.
Sources and references
OFFICIAL & INDEPENDENT SOURCES
Every claim about the CPA Exam is backed by the governing bodies below. Every case study has been independently reported on by the accounting press.
CPA Exam: Official Governing Bodies
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American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA): CPA Exam overview, content, scoring, and blueprint documents.
https://www.aicpa-cima.com/resources/toolkit/cpa-exam -
National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA): State licensing, exam application, scheduling, score release.
https://nasba.org/ -
NASBA CPA Exam Candidate Guide: official PDF handbook for every CPA candidate.
https://nasba.org/candidate-guide/
Press Coverage: Jimmy Chilimigras, Youngest CPA in History
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Journal of Accountancy: "Mississippi youth passes CPA Exam at age 15."
https://www.journalofaccountancy.com/news/2023/jun/mississippi-youth-passes-cpa-exam-at-age-15/ -
Accounting Today: "15-year-old student becomes youngest candidate to pass CPA Exam."
https://www.accountingtoday.com/news/15-year-old-student-becomes-youngest-candidate-to-pass-cpa-exam -
NASBA: "Meet Jimmy Chilimigras." Profile published by NASBA.
https://nasba.org/blog/2023/09/13/meet-jimmy-chilimigras-2/ -
Inside Public Accounting: long-form interview.
https://insidepublicaccounting.com/2023/10/17/accounting-is-cool-says-teenager-who-passed-cpa-exam-before-drivers-license-test/
About the Author
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Bryan Kesler, CPA: CPA Practice Advisor 2023 20 Under 40 Influencer.
CPA Practice Advisor profile -
Bryan Kesler on LinkedIn.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpaexamguide/
About this page: This official course overview is written and maintained by Kesler CPA Review. The KESLER Method framework was approved by Bryan Kesler, CPA. External CPA exam facts and reported achievements use the sources above. Substantively updated August 29, 2026.
All external links open in a new tab. Kesler CPA Review is not affiliated with the AICPA or NASBA. Press coverage of Jimmy Chilimigras's achievement is independent third-party reporting.
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