Ohio GED and HiSET Requirements
- Resident: You must be a resident of Ohio.
- Age: You must be 18 years old or older. If you are 16 or 17 you can take the test with parental permission, but be sure to review all of Ohio’s rules and requirements before going on to test.
- Enrolled: You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
- Cost: GED at a Test Center: $36 (per subject). GED Test Online: $36 (per subject). HiSET: $18.75 (computer-delivered test per subject); $75 (computer-delivered test, all subjects).
- Score: GED: 145 (minimum) in each subject. HiSET: 8 in each subtest, combined score of 45; minimum of 2 on the Language Arts, Writing essay.
- Accommodations: GED: You must apply for GED disability accommodations through the GED Testing Service page. HiSET: Find out about HiSET disability accommodations and fill out your HiSET Accommodations Request Form.
- Diploma: After you pass the test, the State of Ohio will award you a high school equivalency 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 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 high school equivalency in Ohio.
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.
Yes. In fact, GED Academy is the only home study course that is 100% approved by the GED Testing Service. Watch this short video about GED Academy to find out why. This is why over 2.4 million people have used GED Academy to get their GED credential. It's fast, easy, and simple on your mobile phone too.
If you're like many Americans, you're probably wondering: How can I get my GED or HiSET fast? Well, the good news is that earning your GED or HiSET 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 test eligibility requirements. You can find Ohio's requirements here.
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Learn the Material: Study for the GED or HiSET test. You can study on your own, in a local 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 Ohio will award you a GED or HiSET 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 HSE practice test for GED prep. We also offer a free HiSET online practice test for HiSET prep as well. 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 Ohio GED or HiSET test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED or HiSET certificate in place of a high school diploma.
What subjects are on the Ohio GED or HiSET tests?
- The Ohio GED test will test you on Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
- The Ohio HiSET exam tests you on Math, Social Studies, Science, Reading, and Writing.
GED TEST
SUBJECT
TIME
Math
115 minutes
Social Studies
90 minutes
Science
90 minutes
Language Arts
150 minutes
Total
7 hours, 41 minutes
HiSET EXAM
SUBJECT
TIME
Math
90 minutes
Social Studies
70 minutes
Science
80 minutes
Reading
60 minutes
Writing
120 minutes
Total
7 hours
GED TEST
SUBJECT
# OF QUESTIONS
Math
46
Social Studies
35
Science
34
Language Arts
46
HiSET EXAM
SUBJECT
# OF QUESTIONS
Math
40-50
Social Studies
40-50
Science
40-50
Reading
40-50
Writing
40-50 + essay
The Ohio GED test is $30 per subject, or $120 in full.
TEST
PER SUBJECT
TOTAL
GED® Test
$30
$120
HiSET® Exam
$18.75
$93.75
- A passing score on the Ohio GED test is 145 (minimum) in each subject.
- A passing score for the HiSET exam is 8 in each subtest, combined score of 45; minimum of 2 on the Language Arts, Writing essay.
You can take any subject on the test up to 3 times with no waiting period, but after the 3rd attempt you must wait 60 days before your next attempt. In Ohio, there is no limit on how many tests you can take a year.
The Ohio GED and HiSET tests can be taken online or at an official testing center in Ohio. Find the closest center to you in Ohio here.
Yes, you must be a resident of Ohio to take their test.
You must be 18 years old or older.
- If you are 18, you will need to have a copy of the current year withdrawal formed that is signed by the administrator.
- If you are 16 or 17, you can take the Ohio test if you have a copy of the current year withdrawal formed that is signed by the administrator and an Original Consent Form signed and notarized by a parent, guardian, or court official.
You can find the forms here. All of the forms must be mailed in to: Ohio Department of Education, State Of Ohio GED Office, 25 S. Front Street, MS 622, Columbus, OH 43215.
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 Ohio transcript, you can request it through the GED Testing Service or HiSET.
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.
Yes. In fact, GED Academy is the only home study course that is 100% approved by the GED Testing Service. Watch this short video about GED Academy to find out why. This is why over 2.4 million people have used GED Academy to get their GED credential. It's fast, easy, and simple on your mobile phone too.
If you're like many Americans, you're probably wondering: How can I get my GED or HiSET fast? Well, the good news is that earning your GED or HiSET 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 test eligibility requirements. You can find Ohio's requirements here.
- Learn the Material: Study for the GED or HiSET test. You can study on your own, in a local 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 Ohio will award you a GED or HiSET 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 HSE practice test for GED prep. We also offer a free HiSET online practice test for HiSET prep as well. 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 Ohio GED or HiSET test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED or HiSET certificate in place of a high school diploma.
- The Ohio GED test will test you on Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
- The Ohio HiSET exam tests you on Math, Social Studies, Science, Reading, and Writing.
GED TEST | |
---|---|
SUBJECT | TIME |
Math | 115 minutes |
Social Studies | 90 minutes |
Science | 90 minutes |
Language Arts | 150 minutes |
Total | 7 hours, 41 minutes |
HiSET EXAM | |
---|---|
SUBJECT | TIME |
Math | 90 minutes |
Social Studies | 70 minutes |
Science | 80 minutes |
Reading | 60 minutes |
Writing | 120 minutes |
Total | 7 hours |
GED TEST | |
---|---|
SUBJECT | # OF QUESTIONS |
Math | 46 |
Social Studies | 35 |
Science | 34 |
Language Arts | 46 |
HiSET EXAM | |
---|---|
SUBJECT | # OF QUESTIONS |
Math | 40-50 |
Social Studies | 40-50 |
Science | 40-50 |
Reading | 40-50 |
Writing | 40-50 + essay |
The Ohio GED test is $30 per subject, or $120 in full.
TEST | PER SUBJECT | TOTAL |
---|---|---|
GED® Test | $30 | $120 |
HiSET® Exam | $18.75 | $93.75 |
- A passing score on the Ohio GED test is 145 (minimum) in each subject.
- A passing score for the HiSET exam is 8 in each subtest, combined score of 45; minimum of 2 on the Language Arts, Writing essay.
You can take any subject on the test up to 3 times with no waiting period, but after the 3rd attempt you must wait 60 days before your next attempt. In Ohio, there is no limit on how many tests you can take a year.
The Ohio GED and HiSET tests can be taken online or at an official testing center in Ohio. Find the closest center to you in Ohio here.
Yes, you must be a resident of Ohio to take their test.
You must be 18 years old or older.
- If you are 18, you will need to have a copy of the current year withdrawal formed that is signed by the administrator.
- If you are 16 or 17, you can take the Ohio test if you have a copy of the current year withdrawal formed that is signed by the administrator and an Original Consent Form signed and notarized by a parent, guardian, or court official.
You can find the forms here. All of the forms must be mailed in to: Ohio Department of Education, State Of Ohio GED Office, 25 S. Front Street, MS 622, Columbus, OH 43215.
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 Ohio transcript, you can request it through the GED Testing Service or HiSET.
Over 20 Million Adults
That’s how many have successfully passed their high school equivalency test. So why wait?
“I am 22 years old, the third of eight kids, and I grew up on my Dads farm in Ohio. I was three when my mom started to homeschool. By the age of 12, I was working a full–time job as well as working 40–50 hours on my dad’s farm. At age 17, I took a summer job in WA state working for a custom harvesting Co. I worked there for three summers in a row and ended up moving to WA. I want to be able to get away from farm life! I now know without a shadow of a doubt that I need a higher education than 6th grade."