Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about how to get a GED and TASC in South Carolina.

What is the test for high school equivalency in South Carolina?

There are two high school equivalency exams given in South Carolina: GED and TASC. Both are equivalent to a high school diploma, and are accepted at 99% of colleges. You can go on to get a great job, get a degree, or join the military with a South Carolina TASC or South Carolina GED.

In South Carolina, what subjects are on the test?

The South Carolina GED exam tests you on Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts. The South Carolina TASC tests you on Math, Social Studies, Science, Reading, and Writing.

How long is the South Carolina test?

GED TEST
SUBJECT	TIME
Math	115 minutes
Social Studies	90 minutes
Science	90 minutes
Language Arts	150 minutes
Total	7 hours, 41 minutes

TASC TEST
SUBJECT	TIME
Math	90 minutes
Social Studies	70 minuyes
Science	80 minutes
Reading	65 minutes
Writing	120 minutes
Total	7 hours, 5 minutes

How many questions are on the South Carolina test?

GED TEST
SUBJECT	# OF QUESTIONS
Math	46
Social Studies	35
Science	34
Language Arts	46

TASC TEST
SUBJECT	# OF QUESTIONS
Math	50
Social Studies	50
Science	50
Reading	40
Writing	50 + essay

How much does the test in South Carolina cost?

TEST	PER SUBJECT	TOTAL
GED® Test	$37.50	$150
TASC Test	$24.80	$124

What score do I need to get on the test in South Carolina?

TEST	SCORE
GED	145 minimum per subject
TASC	500 minimum per subject, 2 minimum on the essay

Can I retake a subject on the South Carolina test if I don’t pass?

For the South Carolina GED test, there is no waiting period for the first 2 retakes. After the 2nd retake, you have to wait 60 days before testing again. The first two retakes will be discounted for each subject, and GED Testing Service fees are waived for retakes.

For the South Carolina TASC test, you can retake each TASC subject exam 3 times with no waiting period. After the 3rd attempt, you must wait 60 days. 

Can I take an online GED test or TASC test in South Carolina?

The South Carolina GED or TASC tests must be taken at an official testing center in South Carolina. You can find the closest center to you on our list of testing centers.

Do I have to be a resident in South Carolina to take the GED test or TASC test?

You must be a resident of South Carolina to take the GED or TASC.

Where do I find GED testing near me in South Carolina?

Find your local South Carolina testing center on the list here.

In South Carolina, how old do I have to be to take the test?

You must be 19 years of age.

You can be 17-18 and take the test if you have:

• A completed South Carolina Verification of School Withdrawal form from the principal or attendance supervisor of the last school you attended. Find the form here.

You can be 16 and take the test test if you have:

• A completed South Carolina Verification of School Withdrawal form from the principal or attendance supervisor of the last school you attended. Find the form here.
• Proof of being under the Department of Juvenile Justice jurisdiction, or have a court order letter to take the test. These must be sent in to the State High School Equivalency Office in Columbia prior to scheduling your test.

How do I apply for South Carolina disability accommodations?

If you have a disability, you can apply for GED disability accommodations or TASC disability accommodations. Don’t know if you qualify? Click here for more information.

How do I get a copy of my South Carolina GED test or TASC test transcript?

To get a copy of your GED transcript or TASC transcript from South Carolina, you can request it here.