Completing the GED is the equivalent of a receiving a high school diploma. Note that test takers must be at least sixteen years of age or over.
The GED exam is seven hours in duration spread out over three days. The exam covers Reading, Writing, Science, Math and Social Studies.
The exam must be taken at a GED testing center. It cannot be taken online or at home. Test takers can locate a GED testing center through the American Council of Education's "Find a GED Testing Center" tool (See Resources). Contact your local testing center for dates.
The highest score possible is 2,250, with each correct answer being worth one point. Minimum passing scores vary depending on location.
Test takers can prepare for the exam through special GED courses held in their area or through materials available at a bookstore or online. The website of the American Council on Education provides a list of study options, as well as a guide to finding GED courses (See Resources).