Arizona State GED Requirements
- Resident: You do not have to be a resident of Arizona.
- Age: You must be 18 years old or older. If you’re younger, you may be able to get permission to take the test, but check with your local GED testing center to make sure first.
- Enrolled: You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
- Cost: $35 (per subject) or $140 (all subjects)
- Score: 145 (minimum) in each subject
- Accommodations: You must apply for disability accommodations through the GED® Testing Service page.
- You must take and pass the Arizona Civics test with a score of 60% or higher. The Arizona Civics test must be taken at a GED testing center.
- Diploma: After you pass the test, the State of Arizona will award you a GED certificate. It will show you have achieved the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate.
Online GED or HiSET Classes
Online programs like GED Academy are available to help you get your GED fast and easy.
Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about how to get a GED in Arizona.
Yes. In fact, GED Academy is the only home study course that is 100% approved by the GED Testing Service. This is why over 2.4 million people have used GED Academy to get their GED Credential. Fast, easy, and simple on your mobile phone.
If you're like many Americans, you're probably wondering: How can I get my GED fast? Well, the good news is that earning your GED certificate is easier than you think. The sooner you start, the sooner you can meet your goals.
Take the steps one at a time.
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Check Your Eligibility: Every state has its own HSE test eligibility requirements. You can find Arizona's requirements here.
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Learn the Material: Study for the test. You can study on your own, in a local GED-prep classroom, or online.
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Practice the Material: Establish a quiet study space. Focus your study with a guides or online classes. Check your learning with practice tests.
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Register: When you're ready, schedule your test online.
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Take the Test: On test day, bring a non-expired, government-issued photo ID. All personal items must remain outside of the testing area.
After you pass the test, the State of Arizona will award you a GED certificate that will show you have achieved the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate.
How long does it take to go through GED classes?
It varies by student, but here at GED Academy most students complete their coursework in about three months.
I didn't pass. How many times can you take the GED?
Some states have individual policies about retaking the test, but generally you can take the test about three times a year. Don't worry, you won't have to retake any subjects you passed previously.
What you should know:
- You should be familiar with math concepts, measurements, equations, and applying math concepts to solve real-life problems.
- You don’t have to memorize formulas and will be given a formula sheet in the test center as well as on the screen in the test.
- Essential Education offers a free practice test for math that will help you assess your readiness for the test.
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GED Academy gives you all the math you need to study at one affordable price.
The GED testing service offers an official GED practice test for $6 per subject. Essential Education offers a free online GED practice test. You can take our free practice test in one subject, several subjects, or all of the subjects.
You can earn an Arizona high school equivalency certificate by taking the GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma.
The Arizona GED exam measures your skill in Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
SUBJECT
TIME
Math
115 minutes
Social Studies
90 minutes
Science
90 minutes
Language Arts
150 minutes
Total
7 hours, 41 minutes
SUBJECT
# OF QUESTIONS
Math
46
Social Studies
35
Science
34
Language Arts
46
You will also be required to pass the Arizona Civics test in order to receive your GED certificate.
In Arizona, the GED test is $35 per subject, or $140 for the full test.
A passing score on the Arizona GED test is 145 points (45% correct) in each of the four subjects. You can check your score after you complete your test on your MyGED account with the GED testing service.
You can retake each subject without waiting up to 3 times. You must wait 60 days for the fourth retake. There is no limit on how many retakes you may take in a year. You must pass all subjects in the same language, but you may choose to retake the full test in a different language. Retake policies will still be enforced.
Yes! The Arizona GED test can be taken online* or at an official Arizona GED testing center. The Arizona Civics test must be taken in person. Check out our list of testing centers in Arizona to find the closest center to you.
*Online Proctored GED test notification update: 7-26-2021
Beginning September 1st, 2021, there will be an Online Proctored (OP) GED test option, which means that you will have the option to take your GED test remotely (online). For more information, please click here.
You are not required to be a resident of Arizona to take the test in Arizona.
Find the closest GED testing center to you in Arizona on the list here.
You must be at least 16 to take the GED test in Arizona. If you are a minor, you may not be currently enrolled in high school.
If you have a disability, you can apply for disability accommodations through the GED test’s accommodations page. Don’t know if you qualify? Click here for more information.
To get a copy of your Arizona GED transcript, you can request it through the GED testing service. Just click here to get started.
Yes. In fact, GED Academy is the only home study course that is 100% approved by the GED Testing Service. This is why over 2.4 million people have used GED Academy to get their GED Credential. Fast, easy, and simple on your mobile phone.
If you're like many Americans, you're probably wondering: How can I get my GED fast? Well, the good news is that earning your GED certificate is easier than you think. The sooner you start, the sooner you can meet your goals.
Take the steps one at a time.
- Check Your Eligibility: Every state has its own HSE test eligibility requirements. You can find Arizona's requirements here.
- Learn the Material: Study for the test. You can study on your own, in a local GED-prep classroom, or online.
- Practice the Material: Establish a quiet study space. Focus your study with a guides or online classes. Check your learning with practice tests.
- Register: When you're ready, schedule your test online.
- Take the Test: On test day, bring a non-expired, government-issued photo ID. All personal items must remain outside of the testing area.
After you pass the test, the State of Arizona will award you a GED certificate that will show you have achieved the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate.
How long does it take to go through GED classes?
It varies by student, but here at GED Academy most students complete their coursework in about three months.
I didn't pass. How many times can you take the GED?
Some states have individual policies about retaking the test, but generally you can take the test about three times a year. Don't worry, you won't have to retake any subjects you passed previously.
What you should know:
- You should be familiar with math concepts, measurements, equations, and applying math concepts to solve real-life problems.
- You don’t have to memorize formulas and will be given a formula sheet in the test center as well as on the screen in the test.
- Essential Education offers a free practice test for math that will help you assess your readiness for the test.
- GED Academy gives you all the math you need to study at one affordable price.
The GED testing service offers an official GED practice test for $6 per subject. Essential Education offers a free online GED practice test. You can take our free practice test in one subject, several subjects, or all of the subjects.
You can earn an Arizona high school equivalency certificate by taking the GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma.
The Arizona GED exam measures your skill in Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
| SUBJECT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Math | 115 minutes |
| Social Studies | 90 minutes |
| Science | 90 minutes |
| Language Arts | 150 minutes |
| Total | 7 hours, 41 minutes |
| SUBJECT | # OF QUESTIONS |
|---|---|
| Math | 46 |
| Social Studies | 35 |
| Science | 34 |
| Language Arts | 46 |
You will also be required to pass the Arizona Civics test in order to receive your GED certificate.
In Arizona, the GED test is $35 per subject, or $140 for the full test.
A passing score on the Arizona GED test is 145 points (45% correct) in each of the four subjects. You can check your score after you complete your test on your MyGED account with the GED testing service.
You can retake each subject without waiting up to 3 times. You must wait 60 days for the fourth retake. There is no limit on how many retakes you may take in a year. You must pass all subjects in the same language, but you may choose to retake the full test in a different language. Retake policies will still be enforced.
Yes! The Arizona GED test can be taken online* or at an official Arizona GED testing center. The Arizona Civics test must be taken in person. Check out our list of testing centers in Arizona to find the closest center to you.
*Online Proctored GED test notification update: 7-26-2021
Beginning September 1st, 2021, there will be an Online Proctored (OP) GED test option, which means that you will have the option to take your GED test remotely (online). For more information, please click here.
You are not required to be a resident of Arizona to take the test in Arizona.
Find the closest GED testing center to you in Arizona on the list here.
You must be at least 16 to take the GED test in Arizona. If you are a minor, you may not be currently enrolled in high school.
If you have a disability, you can apply for disability accommodations through the GED test’s accommodations page. Don’t know if you qualify? Click here for more information.
To get a copy of your Arizona GED transcript, you can request it through the GED testing service. Just click here to get started.
Over 20 Million Adults
That’s how many have successfully passed the GED® Test. So why wait?
"Now that I have my GED certificate I plan to immigrate and apply for a job. Once I have settled in my new country, I plan to go to college. I plan on setting an example for my daughter so that she can also go to college. I’m really excited and looking forward to great opportunities."