GED versus HiSET Test Information

  • There are two High School Equivalency (HSE) options; the GED or the HiSET. What are the differences?

     

    GED Test

    HiSET Test

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    Computer-based

    Paper or Computer-based

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    Contact hiset.org for current fees

    Four tests:

    • Reasoning Through Language Arts
    • Mathematical Reasoning
    • Science
    • Social Studies

    Five tests:

    • Language Arts - Writing
    • Language Arts - Reading
    • Mathematics
    • Science
    • Social Studies
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    • 6 - 10 business days for essay score report.