How to Get a GED® in Virginia

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Virginia GED Requirements


  • Resident: You do not have to be a resident of Virginia.
  • Age: In Virginia, you must be 18 years old to take the GED. If you are 16-17, you must meet specific requirements.
  • Enrolled: You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
  • Online Testing: Yes, you can take the GED online in Virginia.
  • Cost:
    • GED Cost at a Test Center: $36 per subject or $144 for all subjects.
    • GED Cost Online: $36 per subject or $144 for all subjects.
  • 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 GED test, the State of Virginia 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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