How many candidates pass the exam?
Generally speaking, about two-thirds to three-quarters of candidates pass the CAE exam.

Dec 2022
Test Candidates - 196
Pass Rate - 62%

May 2022
Test Candidates - 184
Pass Rate - 55%

Dec 2021
Test Candidates - 201 
Pass Rate - 64% 

May 2021
Test Candidates - 205 
Pass Rate - 64% 

Dec 2020
Test Candidates - 256 
Pass Rate - 74% 

July 2020
Test Candidates - 199 
Pass Rate - 56% 

Dec 2019
Test Candidates - 275 
Pass Rate - 69% 

How many CAEs renew their certfication?
Once association professionals earn the CAE, they renew at high rates. Learn more about recertification.

2022
Renewal rate: 82%

2021
Renewal rate: 81%

2020
Renewal rate: 82%

2019
Renewal rate: 84%

2018
Renewal rate: 86%

2017
Renewal rate: 85%