What are the GED® Tests?

The State of Wyoming uses the GED® Tests to determine eligibility for earning the Wyoming Certificate of High School Equivalency. 

The GED® Tests measure a person's knowledge and academic skills against those of today's traditional high school graduates. Each year more than 860,000 adults worldwide take the GED® Tests to earn their Certificates of High School Equivalency- to help them obtain a better job, continue their education, or for personal fulfillment.

More than 96% of U. S. employers consider state Certificates of High School Equivalency the same as traditional high school graduates in regard to hiring, salary, and opportunity for advancement. Also, 95% of U.S. colleges and universities accept students with Certificates of High School Equivalency who meet their other qualifications for admission.

The GED® Test covers a wide range of topics and consists of five different sections: Math, Reading, Writing, Science, and Social Studies. The GED® test scores range from 200 to 800 in each of the subject areas. Students must earn a minimum score of 410 on each test and have an average of 450 or higher on all the tests in order to earn the Wyoming Certificate of High School Equivalency.

Who is eligible to take the GED® Tests?

To be eligible to take the GED® Tests you can NOT be enrolled in or have already graduated from a high school. You must also be at least 18 years of age. However, students can apply for a waiver to take the tests if they are at least 16 years of age. You must register with Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Education, Center College and Career Readiness Center and complete a minimum of 12 hours of study, including taking GED® Official Practice Tests with qualifying scores before you will be permitted to register for testing.

How much does it cost to take the GED® Tests?

There is no charge for preparing for the tests. The charge for taking the GED® Tests is $15.00 per test section or $75.00 total. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

What are the GED® Tests like?

With the exception of the essay in the Language Arts Writing Test, and both parts of the Math Test, all questions of the GED® Tests are multiple-choice with five possible answers. The Math Test is the only test that is not totally multiple-choice. The questions range in difficulty from easy to hard, and cover a wide range of subjects.

The test format is as follows:

GED® Testing Schedule

Download the current Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Education Center GED® Testing schedule.

Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 Education Center Fall GED® TESTING SCHEDULE Spring 2012:

Jan. 11, 2012- 9am

Jan. 18, 2012 - 6:00 pm
Jan. 25, 2012- 9:00 am
Feb. 1, 2012- 6:00 pm
Feb. 8, 2012- 9:00 am
Feb. 15, 2012- 6:00 pm
Feb. 22, 2012- 9:00 am
Feb. 29, 2012- 6:00 pm
March 7, 2012- 9:00 am
March 14, 2012- 6:00 pm

March 21, 2012- 9:00 am
March 28, 2012- 6:00 pm
April 4, 2012- 9:00 am
April 11, 2012- 6:00 pm
April 18, 2012- 9:00 am

April 25, 2012- 6:00 pm

May 2, 2012- 9:00 am
May 9, 2012- 6:00 pm
May 16, 2012- 9:00 am
May 23, 2012- 6:00 pm
May 30, 2012- 9:00 am

June 6, 2012- 6:00 pm

June 13, 2012- 9:00 am
June 20, 2012- 6:00 pm
June 27, 2012- 9:00 am

**This schedule may change without notice**

For more information about GED® Testing at the Uinta B.O.C.E.S. #1 please contact- Candy Hamblin at 307-789-5742 extension 113, chamblin@uintaeducation.org

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