Washington State GED Test Eligibility Requirements
- You must be a resident of the State of Washington.
- You must not be a high school graduate or be enrolled in an accredited high school.
- The minimum age to take the GED exam is 19. For younger applicants (16, 17, 18) there are special conditions. Check with your local testing center.
- Cost: $30 (per subject); $120 (all subjects)
- Score: 145 (minimum)
- Accommodations: You must apply for disability accommodations through the GED test’s accommodations page.
- After passing all four subject tests with a score of 145 or higher, the Washington Department of Education will award you a GED certificate. The certificate shows that you have achieved same level of knowledge as a high school graduate. For more information, visit Washington's GED testing website or the GED testing service's website.
Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about how to get a GED in Washington.
Yes. In fact, GED Academy is the only home study course that is 100% approved by the GED Testing Service. This is why over 2.4 million people have used GED Academy to get their GED Credential. Fast, easy, and simple on your mobile phone.
If you're like many Americans, 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.
Take the steps one at a time.
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Check Your Eligibility: Every state has its own HSE test eligibility requirements. You can find Washington's requirements here.
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Learn the Material: Study for the test. You can study on your own, in a local GED-prep 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 Washington will award you a GED 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.
You can earn a high school equivalency certificate by taking the Washington GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma
The Washington GED test will test you on Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
SUBJECT
TIME
Math
115 minutes
Social Studies
90 minutes
Science
90 minutes
Language Arts
150 minutes
Total
7 hours, 41 minutes
SUBJECT
# OF QUESTIONS
Math
46
Social Studies
35
Science
34
Language Arts
46
The GED test in Washington is $30 per subject, or $120 for the full test.
A passing score on the Washington GED test is 145 points (45% correct) in each of the four subjects. You can check your score after you complete your test on your MyGED account with the GED testing service.
You can retake each subject without waiting up to 3 times. You must wait 60 days for the fourth retake. There is no limit on how many retakes you may take in a year. You will be offered a discounted price for your first two retakes for $10 each. To receive additional discounted retakes, you must wait 60 days, pay the full price, and then you will receive two more discounted retakes. All retakes must occur within 12 months of the initial attempt.
The Washington GED test can be taken at an official Washington GED testing center or online* through the GED testing service website. Check out our list of Washington testing centers to find the closest center to you.
*Online Proctored GED test notification update: 7-26-2021
Beginning September 1st, 2021, there will be an Online Proctored (OP) GED test option, which means that you will have the option to take your GED test remotely (online). For more information, please click here.
You do not have to be a resident of Washington to take the GED test in Washington if you are over 18 years old.
Find the closest Washington GED testing center to you in on our Washington testing center directory.
You must be 19 years of age. However, if you are 16, 17, or 18, you may be eligible to test if you meet additional requirements. You must provide documentation proving you are no longer enrolled in a high school program. Other forms may be required as well, so be sure to check with your testing center.
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 Washington GED transcript, you can request it through the GED testing service. Just click here to get started.
Yes. In fact, GED Academy is the only home study course that is 100% approved by the GED Testing Service. This is why over 2.4 million people have used GED Academy to get their GED Credential. Fast, easy, and simple on your mobile phone.
If you're like many Americans, 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.
Take the steps one at a time.
- Check Your Eligibility: Every state has its own HSE test eligibility requirements. You can find Washington's requirements here.
- Learn the Material: Study for the test. You can study on your own, in a local GED-prep 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 Washington will award you a GED 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.
You can earn a high school equivalency certificate by taking the Washington GED test. Employers and 99% of colleges will accept a GED certificate in place of a high school diploma
The Washington GED test will test you on Math, Social Studies, Science, and Language Arts.
| SUBJECT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Math | 115 minutes |
| Social Studies | 90 minutes |
| Science | 90 minutes |
| Language Arts | 150 minutes |
| Total | 7 hours, 41 minutes |
| SUBJECT | # OF QUESTIONS |
|---|---|
| Math | 46 |
| Social Studies | 35 |
| Science | 34 |
| Language Arts | 46 |
The GED test in Washington is $30 per subject, or $120 for the full test.
A passing score on the Washington GED test is 145 points (45% correct) in each of the four subjects. You can check your score after you complete your test on your MyGED account with the GED testing service.
You can retake each subject without waiting up to 3 times. You must wait 60 days for the fourth retake. There is no limit on how many retakes you may take in a year. You will be offered a discounted price for your first two retakes for $10 each. To receive additional discounted retakes, you must wait 60 days, pay the full price, and then you will receive two more discounted retakes. All retakes must occur within 12 months of the initial attempt.
The Washington GED test can be taken at an official Washington GED testing center or online* through the GED testing service website. Check out our list of Washington testing centers to find the closest center to you.
*Online Proctored GED test notification update: 7-26-2021
Beginning September 1st, 2021, there will be an Online Proctored (OP) GED test option, which means that you will have the option to take your GED test remotely (online). For more information, please click here.
You do not have to be a resident of Washington to take the GED test in Washington if you are over 18 years old.
Find the closest Washington GED testing center to you in on our Washington testing center directory.
You must be 19 years of age. However, if you are 16, 17, or 18, you may be eligible to test if you meet additional requirements. You must provide documentation proving you are no longer enrolled in a high school program. Other forms may be required as well, so be sure to check with your testing center.
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 Washington GED transcript, you can request it through the GED testing service. Just click here to get started.
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