Delaware GED Requirements
- Resident: You must be a resident of Delaware.
- Age: You must be 18 years of age. If you are 16 or 17 you can take the test with a written application to the Delaware Department of Education that includes showing good cause for taking the test early and designating where the test will be taken, provide a transcript from the applicant’s public or non-public school program, and provide verification of withdrawal from the applicant’s public or non-public school program.
- Enrolled: You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
- Cost: Test Center: $36 (per subject) or $144 (all subjects). Online: $36 (per subject)
- Score: 145 (minimum) in each subject
- Accommodations: If you need certain accommodations, you can apply for disability accommodations. Other rules may apply so be sure to check for additional requirements.
- Diploma: After you pass the test, the State of Delaware will award you a GED certificate showing you have achieved the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate.
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Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about how to get a GED in Delaware.
What is the test for Delaware high school equivalency?
You can earn a high school equivalency certificate by taking the Delaware GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma.
What subjects are on the GED test in Delaware?
The Delaware GED exam tests you on Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
How long is the Delaware GED test?
SUBJECT
TIME
Math
115 minutes
Social Studies
90 minutes
Science
90 minutes
Language Arts
150 minutes
Total
7 hours, 41 minutes
How many questions are on the Delaware GED test?
SUBJECT
# OF QUESTIONS
Math
46
Social Studies
35
Science
34
Language Arts
46
How do I know if I passed the Delaware GED test?
A passing score on the Delaware 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.
Can I retake a subject on the Delaware GED test if I don’t pass?
You can retake a subject two times before a wait period of 60 days is required. You may retake it a third time after the 60 day waiting period.
Can I take the Delaware GED test online?
The Delaware GED test can be taken online* or at an official Delaware GED testing center. Check out our list of Delaware testing centers 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.
How do I apply for disability accommodations for the Delaware GED?
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.
How do I get a copy of my Delaware GED test transcript?
To get a copy of your Delaware GED transcript, you can request it through the GED testing service. Just click here to get started.
How much does the test cost in Delaware?
The Delaware GED test cost: Test Center: $36 (per subject) or $144 (all subjects). Online: $36 (per subject)
Where do I find GED testing near me in Delaware?
Find the closest GED testing center to you in Delaware on the list here.
Do I have to live in Delaware to take the GED test?
You must be a legal resident of Delaware to take the Delaware GED test. You may be a resident from another state if you are actively employed in Delaware, or if you are registered with the Delaware Department of Labor Program. If you have questions about residency rules in Delaware, call the state office: 302-857-3342.
How old do I have to be to take the GED test in Delaware?
You must be 18 years of age. However, if you are 16 or 17, you may be allowed to take the GED test if you submit an application for a waiver to the Delaware Department of Education. You must also be a resident of Delaware, and provide a verification of withdrawal from school and a transcript from your last school. You must also verify that you are at least 16 when you apply for the waiver.
You can earn a high school equivalency certificate by taking the Delaware GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma.
The Delaware GED exam tests you on 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 |
A passing score on the Delaware 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 a subject two times before a wait period of 60 days is required. You may retake it a third time after the 60 day waiting period.
The Delaware GED test can be taken online* or at an official Delaware GED testing center. Check out our list of Delaware testing centers 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.
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 Delaware GED transcript, you can request it through the GED testing service. Just click here to get started.
The Delaware GED test cost: Test Center: $36 (per subject) or $144 (all subjects). Online: $36 (per subject)
Find the closest GED testing center to you in Delaware on the list here.
You must be a legal resident of Delaware to take the Delaware GED test. You may be a resident from another state if you are actively employed in Delaware, or if you are registered with the Delaware Department of Labor Program. If you have questions about residency rules in Delaware, call the state office: 302-857-3342.
You must be 18 years of age. However, if you are 16 or 17, you may be allowed to take the GED test if you submit an application for a waiver to the Delaware Department of Education. You must also be a resident of Delaware, and provide a verification of withdrawal from school and a transcript from your last school. You must also verify that you are at least 16 when you apply for the waiver.
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