If you are 18 years or older you may sit for the test with no restriction.
If you are 18 years or older you may sit for the test with no restriction.
If you are 17 years old, you will not be able to book a test until you have completed an Age Waiver. To complete the age waiver, login to your ged.com account and click on the Age Alert red banner. It will take you to the Age Waiver. Follow the completion and submission instructions within your Age Alert.
Upon arrival at the test center, you are required to present one or more valid forms of identification. The identification to verify your identity must include your:
If you do not present proper identification that meets these requirements, you will be turned away on the day of testing and will lose your test payments.
No, you do not need to provide documentation of residency in your country to test.
No, you are not required to prepare for the GED® test in a program or classroom, however we find that students are more successful on the test when they have classes through a GED® preparation program, whether online or face-to-face.
Yes, you are required to pass the GED Ready practice test with a minimum score of 145 before being able to schedule the GED test.
The GED® test costs US$80 per subject. There are four subjects on the GED® test, so the total for all subjects is $320 USD.
There is no waiting period if you do not pass a subject area test the first time. After taking a test subject 3 times, you will need to wait 60 days before retesting in the same subject.
In order to test again in a subject you’ve passed, you must complete an approval process. To request approval you will need to email a brief description of why you wish to test again to [email protected]. If your request is approved, you will receive an email. That email will include instructions on how to schedule additional tests.
If you have any questions about this process, please contact [email protected] or Asia Pacific (APAC) Region +85-2-3077-4923, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) Region (toll) +44 (0) 161-855-7440. Please note that approvals will only be made for a maximum of 2 retests per year (during any 12 month period). Retesting wait period may apply between the first and second retest attempt.
The GED® retest fee is US$80.
The International GED® Program has partnered with GED Testing Service for fulfillment of requests for GED® transcripts and diplomas.
After passing the GED® test, you will automatically receive one free electronic diploma and one free electronic transcript. You must take action to receive one free printed diploma. Paper documents will not be automatically sent. You will need to confirm the shipping address and pay for courier. You may request the paper diploma using the process outlined below.
Electronic Diploma and Transcript
The electronic diploma and transcript download links will be e-mailed to the e-mail address associated with your GED® account once you have passed all GED® test subjects and earned your diploma.
Printed Diploma
The printed diploma can be ordered in your GED® account at GED.com. After logging in, go to My Scores and select Order Duplicates. Select Diploma option and then select the Printed Diploma – Free option.
You can request your transcript and diploma here.
The international credential is called the District of Columbia High School Equivalency Diploma.
The Electronic Diploma and Transcript you automatically receive includes Blue Ribbon Security, which means they are verified electronically whenever they are opened. These PDF documents are very valuable since you can forward them to employers and universities that accept electronic credentials. The blue ribbon symbol displayed in the PDF is assurance that the digital credential is valid, the document is authentic, and the contents of the credential have not been altered. Electronic verification is a quick, easy, and secure way for you to share your documents with universities and employers.
Third Party Document Verification
A printed diploma or transcript verification can be ordered by employers or universities. The instructions are found here.
Some institutions and governments require a high school graduate to obtain an official Apostille authentication. In most cases, the electronic or third-party verification services provided by GED Testing Service and Parchment are sufficient. However, if they are not, GED Testing Service can prepare the affidavit for Apostille on your behalf and mail it to the Office of Minnesota Secretary of State, for them to Apostille your transcript. The state office will mail it directly to the address you provided via UPS International. To pursue the Apostille authentication, please start the process by paying the $75 Apostille fee online, then follow the further instructions on the payment page to submit your Apostille request.
1. a PDF copy of your transcript
2. the address where it needs to be sent
3. for future reference purposes, not related to where your apostille will be sent, the college/institution that is requesting the apostille
As of February 7, 2019 paper diplomas and transcripts are no longer sent via local post. This delivery option was highly unreliable and a large percentage of documents never arrived at their destination, or were badly damaged. Students continue to receive free electronic diplomas and transcripts. For those needing paper copies, they may be ordered via the FedEx delivery method. FedEx offers fast, secure, and reliable delivery that can be tracked every step of the way through their website.
Once you earn your GED, you’ll be awarded a badge through the Credly platform. Your digital badge is a confirmation of your GED diploma.
Your badge can be shared and verified online easily and securely. You can also share it online for maximum visibility and recognition by employers, colleges, and friends.
To accept and download your badge:
Yes, you can take all test subjects in the same day if you can find a testing center with hours that accommodate it.
No, in Cameroon you can only take the test in English.
Yes, there is no requirement that all tests must be completed in the same city or country.