GED® Test

The GED® test is a national testing program that provides an alternative method for obtaining a high school equivalency diploma. Seminole State is a national GED® testing center. Any Seminole County resident without a high school diploma that meets the  necessary requirements, is eligible to take the GED® test at Seminole State.

Register for the GED® Test

Individuals who plan to take the GED® test must register on the GED® Testing Services registration website.

Requirements for taking the GED® Test

To take the GED® test, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old. 
    • If you are 16 or 17 years of age, you must file a formal declaration of intent to terminate school enrollment pursuant to Section 1003.21(1)(c), Florida Statutes, and submit a signed and notarized Underage Testing Form in order to take the tests.  Visit ged.fldoe.org for more information on underage testing.
  • Cannot already have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Present  valid government-issued  identification. 
    • The ID must include examinee's name, address, date of birth, signature and photograph.
  • Pay at the time of your GED® test online registration
    •  The fee is $152 for the full test, or $38 for each subtest.*
      • *Prices are subject to change without notice. 

Once you pass all 4 subtests, you will earn a high school equivalency diploma from the Florida Department of Education.

Prepare for the GED® Test

The GED® test determines whether your skills match those of a typical high school graduate. Skills are assessed in four separate subjects:

  • Language Arts (150 minutes)
  • Mathematics (115 minutes)
  • Social Studies (90 minutes)
  • Science (90 minutes)

You can use the online resources offered by  GED® to become familiar with the online test format and prepare for the computer-based GED®.

Seminole State can help you prepare for the test with year-round GED® test prep classes. For more information visit the GED Prep Program webpage.

Testing Accommodations

Accommodations are available for examinees with documented disabilities. You must submit your request for accommodations at the time of your online registration with the GED Testing Service®.

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit the GED® Test Frequently Asked Questions webpage for additional GED® Test information.

Contact

Assessment and Testing
Email the Testing Center