Initial Application and Fees
Last verified on August 9, 2024
Fees
The ABR has an exam fee model. Candidates are charged an application fee, a Qualifying (Core) Exam fee, and two Certifying Exam fees. If a candidate does not fully pass the Qualifying (Core) Exam or Certifying Exam on the first administration, a one-time re-exam fee will apply to retake that exam. Please note that all fees are subject to change.
Fees must be paid within myABR.
Please note that application and exam fees are not refundable.
Fee Type | Description | Amount |
Application Fee | Due with submission of your application. | $640 |
Qualifying (Core) Exam Fee | This fee is charged once your application has been approved and is due before registration for your Qualifying (Core) Exam. | $1280 |
Certifying Computer-based Exam Fee | This fee is charged once you have passed your Qualifying (Core) Exam and is due before registration for your Certifying Computer-based Exam. | $640 |
Certifying Oral Exam Fee | This fee is charged once you have passed your Qualifying (Core) Exam and is due before registration for your Certifying Oral Exam. | $1280 |
Re-exam Fee | If you do not fully pass an exam, a one-time re-exam fee will be assessed to retake that exam. | $640 |
Fees After Board Eligibility Ends
Once board eligibility ends, a candidate may submit a second application for an additional board eligibility period.
No application fee is charged for a second board eligibility period.
Qualifying (Core) Exam Fee | $1280 | |
Certifying Computer-based Exam Fee | $640 | |
Certifying Oral Exam Fee | $1280 | |
Re-exam Fee | If you do not fully pass an exam, a one-time re-exam fee will be assessed to retake that exam. | $640 |