If you fail your GED, you must first review all of the subject test results because the GED is divided into sections. If you pass one section but fail other sections, you only have to retake the sections you failed. Review your score report and identify which subject test or tests you failed, as these will be the only sections you will have to prepare for when retesting.
Your GED test score report will give you valuable information about how many questions you answered correctly or incorrectly and your overall score for each subject area. Scores will help you determine what percentage of the material you have mastered. If, for example, you did not pass the social studies test, but you passed all of the other subject tests, you can assess how much improvement you will need to make in your social studies score in order to pass on a retest.
Most local GED testing centers provide regularly scheduled testing days. Exact testing dates and fees for testing vary widely depending on your state and school district. You will be allowed to retest for the GED up to three times in one year, and there is no limit on the number of years that you can retest. However, you will have to pay the set fee for each retest you complete every time you choose to take a retest.
There are a wide variety of GED preparation programs available free of charge. Many libraries and community centers offer group classes and private tutoring. If you are planning on retesting for the GED, spend time taking a preparation class. These programs offer sample questions formatted exactly like those on the real test, so you can practice until you feel well-prepared for your retest. Working with a tutor who specializes in the subjects in which you need to retest is also an excellent study strategy.