How to Get a GED® in New York

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New York GED Requirements


  • Resident: You must be a resident of New York for at least 30 days and provide proof of identity upon registering.
  • Age: In New York, you must be 19 years old to take the GED. If you are 16-18, you will need to complete an Age Eligibility form which is located within the application when you create your online GED account.
  • Enrolled: You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
  • Online Testing: No, you can’t take the GED online in New York.
  • Cost:
    • GED Cost at a Test Center: Free. New York does not charge test takers to take the GED.
    • GED Cost Online: This state does not offer online testing.
  • Score:
    • GED: A minimum score of 145 is required on each subject to pass.
  • Accommodations: You must apply for disability accommodations through the GED Testing Service website.
  • Diploma: After passing the test, the State of New York will award you a high school equivalency certificate, showing that you have achieved the same level of knowledge as a high school graduate.

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“I faced many situations in my life where a diploma was necessary: to get a better job or to start college. For me to see that most of the stories about the GED test are from people that have overcome incredible situations, such as young pregnancy or any type of situation that would cause them to drop out school… Well, I always thought to myself, 'What was my excuse?' If I can pass the GED test, I’m sure you can too. Right now I’m focused on entering college and studying clinical psychology. There’s just such a great feeling of accomplishment that flows in me. I now know I can do anything!”

– Angie, New York