GED
About the GED
The GED Tests (2002 series) measure knowledge in five different areas: language arts, writing; social studies; science; language arts, reading; and mathematics. An important feature of the GED Tests is an essay that documents your ability to write and communicate effectively.The GED Tests usually require some preparation on your part; about two-fifths of graduating high school seniors do not pass the tests under current score requirements. This is how passing scores for the GED Tests are set: each spring, the tests are administered to a sample group of graduating high school seniors. To pass, you must perform as well as or better than 60 percent of those seniors.
GED TESTS
| Content Area | Number of Questions | Time Limit |
| Language Arts, Writing, Part I | 50 | 75 minutes |
| Language Arts, Writing, Part II | essay | 45 minutes |
| Social Studies | 50 | 70 minutes |
| Science | 50 | 80 minutes |
| Language Arts, Reading | 40 | 65 minutes |
| Mathematics | 50 | 90 minutes |
GED Testing Process
- What: GED Orientation prior to testing
- When: Testing on Wednesdays by appointment only
- Where: Lincoln Center
- How much: $55
Call 281-5005 or 281-5007 for more information.
GED Facts
- Only seven out of ten graduating high school seniors would earn passing scores if they took the GED tests.
- People who pass the GED tests have stronger reading skills on an average than graduating high school seniors.
- More than 96 percent of employers nationwide employ GED graduates on the same basis as high school graduates in terms of hiring, salary, and opportunity for advancement.
- Since 1942, more than 12 million adults have earned GED diplomas
GED Graduation
A graduation ceremony is held each spring.Take the test by April 1 and walk down the aisle!
