How Is The GED® Test Scored?
Understanding how the GED test is scored can be a challenge! Here is our simple guide to help you figure it out.
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Remember, there are four main test subjects: Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts.
Each test subject area is taken separately and scored separately. There is no combined or average score: you must reach the passing score of 145 on each subject to earn your GED.
GED score levels
- 100-144: Below passing
- 145-164: Passing (high school equivalency)
- 165-174: GED College Ready, which may qualify you to skip placement tests or developmental classes
- 175-200: GED College Ready + Credit, which could qualify you for up to 10 college credit hours
Scores are usually available within 24 hours of testing, though some take up to 3 business days.
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Sources
- Test Scores, GED Testing Service
- Understanding Scores, GED Testing Service
- The GED Program Policy Manual, GED Testing Service
