Celebrating Excellence: Becker Honors the 2025 Elijah Watt Sells Award Winners

Becker Celebrates the 2025 Elijah Watt Sells Award Winners

Becker, recognized globally for its accounting exam preparation and educational resources, has announced its heartfelt congratulations to the 2025 Elijah Watt Sells Award winners. This prestigious accolade, bestowed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), is reserved for those exceptional CPA candidates who not only achieved a cumulative average score exceeding 95.50 but also passed all four sections of the CPA Exam on their first attempt, all while completing the exam in 2025.

Among this year’s awardees is Stephanie Guei, CPA. Stephanie reflected on her unique journey into the world of accounting, stating, "Receiving the Elijah Watt Sells Award is incredibly humbling, especially because my journey to accounting wasn't a traditional one. I started with a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology before deciding to pursue a Master's degree in Accountancy and a completely new career path." She emphasized that this award symbolizes the idea that it is never too late to embark on new challenges and surpass personal expectations in one’s career.

"Becker provided the foundation and confidence I needed to succeed. From the coursework to practice exams, and let's not overlook their commendable (and often humorous) instructors, they made it easy to stay committed and prepared for exam day," she added, highlighting the integral role Becker played in her achievement.

In total, only six candidates out of tens of thousands who sat for the CPA Exam in 2025 fulfilled the rigorous criteria necessary to receive the Elijah Watt Sells Award. Remarkably, all six honorees utilized Becker's study materials and course offerings in their preparation process. Since 2007, over 90% of Elijah Watt Sells Award winners have chosen Becker, underlining the brand's effectiveness and reputation in the educational space.

Ed Clark, President of Becker, a member of the Colibri Group, acknowledged the magnitude of this accomplishment: "The CPA Exam poses significant challenges, and these outstanding individuals who earn the Elijah Watt Sells Award are highly respected in the field. We want to take a moment to congratulate all the winners for their impressive achievements." He expressed pride in Becker's long-standing legacy of preparing students to pass the CPA Exam on their first attempt, thanking every candidate who has selected Becker as their trusted educational partner.

Becker has solidified its position as a leading resource for CPA Exam Review, CMA Exam Review, EA Exam Review, and CIA Exam Review, all while supporting professionals through continuing education. With expert instructors, high-quality content, and varying learning formats—including mobile apps, live webcasts, and on-demand resources—Becker is dedicated to empowering accountants to thrive at every stage of their careers.

For anyone interested in learning more about Becker, they can visit becker.com to find tailored resources that fit their educational needs.

About Becker

Becker is a member of the Colibri Group, recognized as a top provider of review courses for the CPA, CMA, EA, and CIA exams, along with ongoing professional educational opportunities. With a commitment to quality and access, Becker aims to go beyond standards to help accounting professionals advance their careers with confidence.

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