Georgia State GED and HiSET Test Eligibility Requirements
- Resident: You do not have to be a resident of Georgia.
- Age: You must be at least 18 years old, but if you are 16 or 17 can take the test if you are enrolled in a state-approved adult education program and receive approval in order to take the test. Learn more about other Georgia rules and requirements for taking the GED test or learn about the requirements for the HiSET Test in Georgia.
- Enrolled: You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
- Cost: GED at a Test Center: $46 (per subject). GED Test Online: $46 (per subject). The HiSET exam costs $26.75 (per subject); $133.75 (all subjects).
- Passing score: 145 (minimum) in each subject for GED and 8 (minimum) on each subtest, combined score of 45; minimum of 2 on the Language Arts, Writing essay for the HiSET.
- Accommodations: You must apply for disability accommodations through the GED test’s accommodations page or fill out your HiSET disability accommodations request form.
- After you pass the test, the State of Georgia will award you a certificate that will show you have achieved the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate.
Online GED or HiSET Classes
Online programs like GED & HiSET Academy are available to help you get your GED or HiSET fast and easy.
Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about how to get a high school equivalency in Georgia.
Yes. In fact, GED Academy is the only home study course that is 100% approved by the GED Testing Service. This is why over 4.5 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 Georgia'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 Georgia 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 a high school equivalency certificate by taking the Georgia GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma.
The Georgia GED exam tests you on Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
SUBJECT
TIME
Math
115 minutes
Social Studies
70 minutes
Science
90 minutes
Language Arts
150 minutes
Total
7 hours, 5 minutes
SUBJECT
# OF QUESTIONS
Math
46
Social Studies
35
Science
34
Language Arts
46
The GED test in Georgia is $40 per subject, or $160 in full.
A passing score on the Georgia 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 may retake a subject 3 times without a waiting period. You have to wait 60 days before retaking it a fourth time.
Can I take the Georgia GED test online?
The Georgia GED test can be taken online or at an official Georgia GED testing center. Check out our list of Georgia testing centers to find the closest center to you.
You are not required to be a resident of Georgia to take the test in Georgia.
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 are enrolled in a state-approved adult education program. You can find out more by clicking 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 Georgia 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 4.5 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 Georgia'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 Georgia 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 a high school equivalency certificate by taking the Georgia GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma.
The Georgia GED exam tests you on Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
| SUBJECT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Math | 115 minutes |
| Social Studies | 70 minutes |
| Science | 90 minutes |
| Language Arts | 150 minutes |
| Total | 7 hours, 5 minutes |
| SUBJECT | # OF QUESTIONS |
|---|---|
| Math | 46 |
| Social Studies | 35 |
| Science | 34 |
| Language Arts | 46 |
The GED test in Georgia is $40 per subject, or $160 in full.
A passing score on the Georgia 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 may retake a subject 3 times without a waiting period. You have to wait 60 days before retaking it a fourth time.
The Georgia GED test can be taken online or at an official Georgia GED testing center. Check out our list of Georgia testing centers to find the closest center to you.
You are not required to be a resident of Georgia to take the test in Georgia.
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 are enrolled in a state-approved adult education program. You can find out more by clicking 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 Georgia GED transcript, you can request it through the GED testing service. Just click here to get started.
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