About The Test
How much does the HiSet test cost you?
$135, 15 bucks for each test, or 75
Are you allowed to use a calculator during the HiSet?
Yes, one will be provided.
How many questions are on the HiSet Science test?
50, multiple choice.
How much time will I have on the HiSet, Social Studies test?
70 minutes
How many questions are on the HiSet Reading Language Arts test?
2 parts, reading is 40 multiple choice. writing is 50, and one essay.
If you would like to take your HiSet test at MUSD, what do you need to do first.
Check (office) for available dates, and times. register in the office to take a given test.
Which tools will be provided to me at the testing site (HiSet)?
A calculator and formula sheet, and scratch paper.
Does the science test offer any breaks?
Computer, no. If you take paper pencil, you may be offered a break.
What is Geography?
Maps and Charts
How long do I have to write the extended response on the HiSet (essay)?
120 minutes, total
What is the minimum score I need to pass each subject area? Taking the HiSet?
Hiset, 8, is the min. that you may earn on one exam. 2 pt. for the essay portion of the test. Requiring a total of 45.
How long is the HiSet Math test?
90 minutes
How long is the HiSet Science test?
80 minutes
What is Economics?
Exports, wealth, free trade, free market systems, investing money into the US economy.
Production, consumption and wealth.
What will the essay be about?
A variety of topics but usually something persuasive and argumentative
How many subjects, and what are they, are covered on the HiSet?
Five : RLA (Reading Language) Arts, Writing Math, Science and Social Studies
How many questions are on the HiSet math test?
50 multiple choice questions
What is Life Science?
The study of living things
What is American History? What year did America come to be?
Everything from 1776-Today. 4th of July
How long is the entire Hiset Reading Language Arts (reading)?
65 min.
How long do I need to wait to retest, if I don't pass a subject on the HiSet? `
You will have to rescedule
What types of questions will be on HiSet the math test?
Multiple choice, including, Algebra, geometry, Number sense.
What is Physical Science?
Astronomy, chemistry and physics
What is civics and government?
The system we have in place in our country.
City government, county, state, and Federal governments.
What topics are on the RLA test?
Ability to read closely, write clearly, and edit and understand written text. Grammar.