About The Test
How much does the GED test cost you?
$13
How many sections are the GED Science test?
One
How much time will I have on the Social Studies test?
70 minutes
How many sections are on the RLA test?
Three
When is the test available to be taken?
Every month
Does the science test offer any breaks?
No
What is Geography?
Maps and Charts
How long do I have to write the extended response (essay)?
45 minutes
What is the minimum score I need to pass each subject area?
145 (if you score 175-200 then you are eligible for college credit and most CT community colleges)
How long is the Science test?
90 minutes
What is Economics?
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 GED?
Four: RLA (Reading Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies
What is Life Science?
The study of living things
What is American History?
Everything from the year 1400-Today
How long is the entire RLA test?
150 minutes
How long do I need to wait to retest, if I don't pass the test?
60 days (But test takers must take all four modules of the GED test before they are able to retake any failed module)
What is Physical Science?
Astronomy, chemistry and physics
What is civics and government?
The system we have in place in our country
What topics are on the RLA test?
Ability to read closely, write clearly, and edit and understand written text