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® Exam

Students who wish 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. 
• 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 current fee is $128 for the full computer-based test, or $32 for each sub-test.*
    • *Prices are subject to change without notice.

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

Preparing for the Computer-based 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 a complete schedule of classes, please visit the Adult Education website.

Special Accommodations

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

*GED^® is a registered trademark of the American Council on Education (ACE) and administered exclusively by GED Testing Service LLC under license. This material [or content] is not endorsed or approved by ACE or GED Testing Service.

Frequently Asked Questions

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