GED

 

GED (General Educational Development Test)

The high school equivalency exam, a test of basic skills in Writing, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Reading. Successfully completing the GED exam gives the examinee a "Utah High School Completion Diploma," which allows students to apply for admission at university, college, trade and tech school programs, and to apply for employment where a high school diploma or its equivalent is required.

State GED website: http://www.utahged.info

National GED website: www.acenet.edu/clll/ged 

  • Cost: $85.00
  • Where: USU Testing Services, University Inn 115.
  • When: Mondays at 8:00 am, by appointment (test is 7 and 1/2 hours in length).
  • Register: call (435) 797-1004
  • Scores: Available approximately 2 weeks after test date.
  • Notes: Students must be at least 16 years of age to be eligible. Students who are enrolled in any high school course are not eligible.
    Individuals 16, 17, or 18 years of age who wish to test before the graduation date of the high school class of which they normally would have been a member must go to the counselors’ office of their local high school and obtain and complete all sections of the Education Withdrawal and Application Form. This form includes parental permission signatures, proof from the school district that the student has withdrawn from the public school system, and certification that they have received counseling on their decision to take the GED, including acknowledging that they will forfeit any future right to return to a traditional public school program if they successfully pass the GED exam.

    Be aware that there are occasional exceptions to these dates and times. Also, testing schedules often fill to capacity, so an advance appointment is required to ensure a seat. Walk-in testing is allowed but will not guarantee a spot. 

 

 

 

Testing Services (435) 797-1004