What is the maximum number of attempts for the same division within any 12-month period?

• A. Two times.
• B. Four times.
• C. No limit.
• D. Three times within any 12-month time frame.

Answer: (D)

The limit is three attempts for the same division within any rolling 12-month period. NCARB uses a rolling 12-month window, counting each attempt from the date of the first attempt in that window. Once you’ve reached three attempts in that window, you can’t schedule another attempt until enough time passes so that a new 12-month period begins with fewer than three attempts. If you pass earlier, you’re done with that division. This rule isn’t per calendar year and it isn’t unlimited, which is why the correct choice is three times within any 12-month time frame.