Which CPCU test is the hardest?
the CPCU® 540
According to nationally published CPCU® pass rates, the CPCU® 540 is the hardest CPCU® exam. The pass rate is typically around 72%. The numbers don’t lie; the CPCU® 540 exam is the largest in terms of content (12 chapters) and is by far the most math intensive of all the CPCU®exams.
How many courses does it take to complete CPCU?
To earn the CPCU designation, an individual must pass a minimum of eight of the eleven courses listed below (the four foundation courses, one elective course, plus three courses from either the Personal or the Commercial concentration).
How many exams do you need for CPCU?
The CPCU® designation is achieved after the completion of a series of eight exams and an ethics requirement course. The exams include: four foundation courses, three personal lines or commercial lines courses, and one elective course.
Is CPCU difficult?
The CPCU® exams are tough; the average pass ratio of a CPCU® exam is around 74%. That means on average 1 out of every 4 will fail the CPCU® exam. You can see the pass rate of each CPCU® exam here.
How much does a CPCU cost?
CPCU Cost. The cost of the CPCU designation can vary depending on what study materials you use. Each exam costs $370, which brings total registration fees close to $3,000. However, study materials can range between $150 to $450 per exam, nearly doubling the cost of taking the exam.
Does Cpcu expire?
No, designations do not expire. Once earned, you can use your credentials indefinitely.
How do I earn CPCU credits for the institutes?
Please try again later. Earn 24 hours of credits every two years through The Institutes, The Institutes CPCU Society, CEU, or other qualifying activities (details below). Credits earned through The Institutes, CEU, and select CPCU Society offerings are automatically reported in the CE for CPCUs Reporting Tool.
What is the CPCU Society Knowledge Center?
The Institutes CPCU Society Knowledge Center offers unlimited access to educational materials on industry trends, leadership development, and other topics tailored to your career stage. We’ve aggregated hundreds of hours of educational materials in one place to make it easy for you to earn credit hours and automatically report those credits.
What is CPCU 500?
The Institutes’ interactive, online CPCU offers learning opportunities that fit your schedule and help you retain critical concepts, including relevant conversational content, case studies that reflect evolving real-world challenges, and a simulated exam. As a new student, CPCU 500 is a great starting point.
What is good standing for CPCU designation?
Good Standing: CPCUs who have completed 24 credits within the first two years of earning their designation and/or completed renewals within their ongoing two-year reporting windows. Not in Good Standing: If a renewal has not been completed before the reporting period ends, the CPCU is considered inactive but still remains a CPCU designation holder.