Gleim CIA review: structured depth with access until you pass

Gleim’s CIA courses use its SmartAdapt system, detailed books and explanations, and exam emulation. Traditional (about $1,099) gives 18 months of access and three mock exams; Premium (about $1,249) adds 45+ hours of video, six mocks, expert support and access until you pass. A free demo includes a unit from every part.

Features and prices as checked on Gleim’s site by CPA Exam Guide in August 2026 (that site earns a commission from Gleim, which we note). Checked October 11, 2026. We have not tested it hands-on, so this review has no score.

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The short verdict Rated Not scored / 5

Price today

About $1,099 to $1,249

Access

18 months or until you pass

Best for

Self-studiers who want thorough books and lots of explained practice

Skip it if

You want live classes or a low price

Packages

Package	Price	Access	Highlights
Traditional	About $1,099	18 months	SmartAdapt, books, 3 mock exams
Premium	About $1,249	Until you pass	45+ video hours, 6 mocks, expert support, audio

Regular prices as observed in August 2026.

What to watch for

The two tiers are close in price; Premium’s extra access and video may be worth it.
No live classes.
Read the access-until-you-pass terms before relying on them.

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