In Oregon, you can earn a high school equivalency certificate by taking the GED test. The credential is called the Certificate of High School Equivalency. A GED certificate is accepted by most employers and 98% of colleges, making it a widely recognized and respected credential.

Here is a list of Oregon GED testing centers.

If you're like many, 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.

Steps to Get the GED Test in Oregon

1. Check Your Eligibility in Oregon: Every state has its own GED test eligibility requirements. For Oregon, you can find the list of requirements at the top of this page.
2. Study for the Test: Preparing for the GED test is key to success. Choose from various study options, including using a GED Oregon study guide, attending local GED prep classes, or studying online. Find the method that works best for you.
3. Practice the Material: Create a quiet and focused study environment. Use GED study guides or online classes to help structure your learning.
4. Take GED Practice Tests: Practice tests are a great way to track your progress and identify areas for improvement. If you choose to take the test online, you're required to take the GED Ready® practice test and achieve a "green" score within the last 60 days before scheduling the official online exam.
5. Register for the Test: When you're ready, schedule your test online through the GED Testing Service.
6. Take the Test: On test day, bring a valid, non-expired, government-issued photo ID. Personal items are not allowed in the testing area.
7. Get Your Transcript and Diploma: After passing the GED test in Oregon, you’ll automatically receive one free electronic diploma and transcript.

The Oregon GED test is the same as in every other state since it is a national exam. While it may seem challenging, preparation is key, and online classes can help you get ready. For more on how hard the GED test is, read our article How Hard Is the GED in 2025?

Yes, in fact, GED Academy is fully aligned with GED test standards and recognized by the GED Testing Service. That’s why over 4.5 million people have used these programs to earn their credentials. It's fast, easy, and affordable.

The GED Testing Service offers an official GED practice test for $7.99 per subject. Additionally, you can take a free GED practice test through Essential Education, with the option to focus on one or multiple subjects.

A passing score on the Oregon GED test is 145 points (45% correct) in each of the four subjects. You can check your results in your MyGED account after you have completed the test.

In Oregon, you can request your official transcript through DiplomaSender.com.

No, you do not have to be a resident of Oregon to take the GED test.

You must be 18 years old to take the GED test in Oregon.

The Oregon GED Option Program allows students ages 16-17 who are currently enrolled in a high school to take their GED test. Not everyone is eligible to participate in the program. Visit the Oregon Department of Education website to learn more about the GED Option Program.

You must apply for disability accommodations through the GED Testing Service website.

In Oregon, you can take the GED test if you are 16 or 17 years old and meet specific requirements. To qualify, at least one of the following must apply:

• Are enrolled in an Oregon GED Option Program, or a school that has a GED program
• Have a parent/guardian permission
• Are an emancipated minor
• Are married

To find a GED Option Program near you, please contact your resident school district or education service district.

• GED Cost at a Test Center: $44 per subject or $176 for all subjects.
• GED Cost Online: $44 per subject or $176 for all subjects.

GED:

• In-person at a Testing Center: GED Testing Service waives its $34 testing fee, but there is a $10 test center fee. You will receive one discounted retake for every GED test subject you purchase but don’t pass. You have 365 days after your full-price test to use this discounted retake. This retake offer (1 full price:1 discount) repeats until you pass the test.
• Online Testing: The Online Proctored Exam costs $44 for a retake in Oregon. Discounted retakes are not offered on the Online Proctored Exam.

The Oregon GED tests you on Language Arts (Reading and Writing), Math, Science, and Social Studies.

GED Test:

GED Test:

In-person at a Testing Center: In Oregon, there is no waiting period for your first two retakes. After taking a test subject three times, you’ll have to wait 60 days before retesting. There’s no limit to how many times you can test in a year

Online Testing: The Online Proctored Exam allows for one retake before a 60-day waiting period. After taking a test subject two times online, you’ll have to wait 60 days before retesting.

Yes, in Oregon, you can take the GED test either at an official testing center or online. For the GED, if you choose the online option, you're required to take the GED Ready® practice test and achieve a "green" score within the last 60 days before scheduling the official online exam.

Use our list of authorized testing centers in Oregon to find a location near you.

GED: 145 minimum per subject

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. You will be given a formula sheet in the test center and on the screen during 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.

GED:

• In-person at a Testing Center: Yes, in Oregon, you can take all GED test subjects in one day, provided you find a testing center with available hours that can accommodate this.
• Online Testing: No, each subject must be scheduled separately, one at a time. After completing one online exam, you can schedule the next, depending on available appointment times.

Yes, in Oregon, you can test in English or Spanish and you can combine tests from different languages to earn your credential.

For Spanish speakers, GED Academy provides mobile-friendly, online courses designed to fully align with test standards. These programs cover all test subjects with engaging, expert-designed lessons, helping you confidently prepare to take the exam in English or Spanish.