How do I get my GED in Massachusetts?
How to Get a GED® or HiSET® in Massachusetts
- You are required to be a resident of Massachusetts.
- You cannot be enrolled in an accredited high school or be a high school graduate.
- You must be 18 years of age.
- Cost: $100-$125, check with local testing center.
- Passing score: GED: 145 (minimum) in each subject.
Can you test out of high school in Massachusetts?
Yes, if the scheduling allows for it. If I am 16 or 17 years old, can I schedule an appointment to take the HiSET exam? Note: If you are 16 or 17, you cannot schedule your HiSET exam until the Massachusetts High School Equivalency Office approves an official Letter of Withdrawal from the last school you attended.
How much does the GED test cost in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the GED testing fee is $125 or $31,25 per subtest when taken at one of Massachusetts’ testing sites. Online GED testing costs $37.25 per subtest (or $149 for the entire GED battery).
How much is the HiSET test in Massachusetts?
Remote Proctored HSE Testing GED / HiSET Comparison
| HSE Testing in MA | GED® |
|---|---|
| Price | $125 Battery ($31.25 per test) |
| Prerequisite | Must Score Green Category (145+) on GED Ready OPT |
| Retest Policy | May retest once and then wait 60 days |
| Minimum Age | 16 With letter of withdrawal: Under-18 Special Requirements |
What’s the difference between a GED and a HiSET?
The HiSET and GED both test individuals on their knowledge of math, science, social studies and language arts. However, the HiSET has five subtests (one each for reading and writing), while the GED uses four subtests. The GED combines reading and writing into a single literacy test.
Does the GED have an essay?
What is the GED Essay? The GED test is made up of four subjects: Mathematical Reasoning, Social Studies, Science, and Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA). The RLA subject test includes two parts, one of which is the GED extended response, sometimes called the GED essay.