Lifelong Learning: the GED Test

General Educational Development (or GED) tests are a group of five subject tests which (when passed) certifies that the taker has American or Canadian high school-level academic skills. The GED is sometimes referred to as a "General Equivalency Diploma" or "General Education(al) Diploma" in everyday English.

The GED Tests provide adults who did not complete a formal high school program the
opportunity to certify their attainment of high school-level academic knowledge and skills

The GED Test battery comprises five content area tests:

• Language Arts, Writing, Part I 50 questions in 75 minutes
• Language Arts, Writing, Part II 1 essay in 45 minutes
• Social Studies 50 questions in 70 minutes
• Science 50 questions in 80 minutes
• Language Arts, Reading 40 questions in 65 minutes
• Mathematics 50 questions in 90 minutes

Frequently Asked QuestionsAnswers to frequently asked questions on the GED test.

• Am I eligible to take the GED test?
• How is the test scheduled and what are the costs?
• How can I prepare for the GED test?
• What type of questions are on the test? (Outside Source)
• Are accommodations available for examinees with disabilities?
• How will I know if I pass the test, and what do I do if I fail the test?