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How To Get My Ged Online

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Welcome to the home of the official High School Equivalency (HSE) program in Georgia where you can find everything you need to know about preparing and taking the GED® test.

GED Quick Facts

  • GED preparation classes are free. Contact your local Adult Education Center (list) for information about classes.
  • Scholarships are available to assist with GED Testing fees. See your local adult education center for more information.
  • Georgia GED graduates may be eligible to receive the $500 HOPE GED Grant to use toward post-secondary education in Georgia.
  • View a list of currently open GED testing centers for computer-based testing in Georgia.
  • The Online Proctored GED Test is available to take from home 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To view the differences between an Online Proctored Test vs. In-Person GED Test, click here.

COVID-19 Testing Requirements in Georgia

One of the following forms is required each time you enter a testing center during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

  • TCSG COVID-19 Under-age Consent 7.28.2020 –  Students 16 and 17 years of age are considered under-age and must have the consent of a parent or guardian to test.
  • TCSG COVID-19 Waiver 7.28.2020 – Required for all test-takers 18 years and over.

Frequently Asked Questions about GED Testing

Is there a fee to take the GED test?

In Georgia, if you take the test in person at a testing center, each subject-area test is $40 ($160 for the full battery). If you take the Online Proctored GED test, each subject-area test is $46 ($184 for the full battery).

Who is eligible to take the GED test?

The GED test can only be administered to individuals who:

  • Are at least 16 years of age* (*16 and 17 year olds must enroll in a state-approved adult education program and receive approval to test. Contact your local Adult Education Center for more information.)
  • Have not graduated from an accredited high school
  • Are not currently enrolled in a regular high school; and
  • Can provide a valid photo ID (driver's license, state identification card, military ID or Passport).

Do I have to be a resident of Georgia to take the GED test in Georgia?

No. You do not need to be a resident of Georgia to take the GED test in Georgia; however, you must take and pass your last test in Georgia to earn the state credential.

How do I register to take the GED test on computer?

Visit www.ged.com or call 1-877 EXAM GED to register, schedule, and pay for the GED test. Credit and debit cards are acceptable forms of payment. You must bring a valid photo ID (driver's license, state identification card, military ID or Passport) with you on test day. After you create an account, when you are ready to register for a test, the application will display the testing centers in your area based on your zip code.

What score is required to pass the GED test?

In order to pass the GED test, a candidate must score 145 on each subject-area test.

When can I retest and what is the cost?

Candidates may take each subject-area test three times without any waiting period. After the third attempt, candidates must wait 60-days after their last attempt before they can test again. The first two retakes will be $20 if the retakes occur within 12 calendar months. Any additional retakes will be $40.

When will I receive my transcript and/or diploma?

Graduates should expect to receive credentials in the mail within 2-3 weeks from the final test date.

How do I get duplicate official transcripts or diplomas?

What can I do once I receive my GED diploma in Georgia?

Georgia residents may be eligible for the $500 HOPE GED Grant, which can be used toward postsecondary education in Georgia. Test-takers must enter their social security number into the GED.com account to qualify. Many employers recognize the GED Diploma as a high school equivalency credential. GED Graduates may also attend technical college with free tuition if you enroll in one of the 17 areas funded by the HOPE Career Grant. Visit here for detailed information on HOPE Career Grant programs.

How can I take the GED test during the COVID-19 pandemic?

To address public health concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic, GED Testing Service is now offering the Online Proctored GED Test. Georgia residents may select the Online Proctored GED Test and take the GED test from home while securely monitored by an online proctor. All subject area tests are $46 each.

To participate in the Online Proctored GED Test, you will need a computer, webcam, and reliable internet — no tablets or phones are allowed. You will also need to take the test in a private room with a closed door. Before scheduling and paying for the test, it's important to run a system check to be sure that your computer meets the requirements.

To find out more about the Online Proctored GED Test and to see if you are eligible, visit this website and watch this video

To view the differences between an Online Proctored Test vs. In-Person GED Test, click here.

What are the differences between the GED test and HiSET exam?

Both the GED test and HiSET exam are recognized high school equivalency credentials in Georgia. For a comparison of the GED® Test and HiSET® Exam, view this resource.


The Georgia GED Testing Program is jointly administered by the GED Testing Service, LLC and the Technical College System of Georgia. The GED test is developed by the GED Testing Service, LLC.

How To Get My Ged Online

Source: https://www.tcsg.edu/adult-education/adult-education-high-school-equivalency-hse/ged-testing/

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