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Welcome to the home of the official High School Equivalency (HSE) program in Georgia where you can find everything you need to know about preparing and taking the GED® test.

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GED Quick Facts

  • GED preparation classes are free. Contact your local Adult Education Center (list) for information about classes.
  • Scholarships are available to assist with GED Testing fees. See your local adult education center for more information.
  • The Online Proctored GED Test is available to take from home 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To view the differences between an Online Proctored Test vs. In-Person GED Test, click here.

Frequently Asked Questions about GED Testing

What is the GED test?
The GED test is a four-subject high school equivalency test that measures skills required by high schools and requested by colleges and employers. The four subjects are:

Click on each subject above for sample questions. Click here to see an overview of what is on the GED test.

Is there a fee to take the GED test?
In Georgia, if you take the test in person at a testing center or as an Online Proctored GED Test, each subject area test is $46 ($184 for the full battery).
Who is eligible to take the GED test?
The GED test can only be administered to individuals who:

  • Are at least 16 years of age* (*16 and 17 year olds must enroll in a state-approved adult education program and receive approval to test. Contact your local Adult Education Center for more information.)
  • Have not graduated from an accredited high school
  • Are not currently enrolled in a regular high school; and
  • Can provide a valid photo ID (driver’s license, state identification card, military ID or Passport).

Do I have to be a resident of Georgia to take the GED test in Georgia?
No. You do not need to be a resident of Georgia to take the GED test in Georgia; however, you must take and pass your last test in Georgia to earn the state credential.

How do I register to take the GED test on computer?
Visit www.ged.com or call 1-877 EXAM GED to register, schedule, and pay for the GED test. Credit and debit cards are acceptable forms of payment. You must bring a valid photo ID (driver’s license, state identification card, military ID or Passport) with you on test day. After you create an account, when you are ready to register for a test, the application will display the testing centers in your area based on your zip code.

What score is required to pass the GED test?
In order to pass the GED test, a candidate must score 145 on each subject-area test.

When can I retest and what is the cost?
Candidates may take each subject-area test three times without any waiting period. After the third attempt, candidates must wait 60 days after their last attempt before they can test again. The first retake will be $20 if the retake occurs within 12 calendar months. Any additional retakes will be $46.

When will I receive my transcript and/or diploma?
Graduates should expect to receive credentials in the mail within 2-3 weeks from the final test date.

How do I get duplicate official transcripts or diplomas?
Click Request GED Transcript button

What can I do once I receive my GED diploma in Georgia?
The GED diploma is one type of high school equivalency offered in Georgia. GED graduates may also attend technical college with free tuition if you enroll in one of the 17 areas funded by the HOPE Career Grant. Visit here for detailed information on HOPE Career Grant programs.

What is the expiration date for my GED test?
In Georgia, GED test scores from the 2014 series have not expired and there are no scheduled plans for expiration. Please log into your GED.com account to continue testing. If you require assistance with test preparation, click here to contact one of our FREE adult education programs.

Only incomplete GED tests taken before 2014 have expired and are no longer available for viewing.

 

What are the differences between the GED test and HiSET exam?
Both the GED test and HiSET exam are recognized high school equivalency credentials in Georgia. For a comparison of the GED® Test and HiSET® Exam, view this resource.

The Georgia GED Testing Program is jointly administered by the GED Testing Service, LLC and the Technical College System of Georgia. The GED test is developed by the GED Testing Service, LLC.

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