General Educational Development (GED)®
What is the GED®?
The GED® is a high school equivalency credential. All Idaho colleges and 97% of colleges and employers across the U.S. accept the GED®. If you are relocating to Idaho, GED® scores from tests taken in other states will transfer.
Îá°®³Ô¹Ï is an official GED® testing site, but taking classes at Îá°®³Ô¹Ï is not required for taking the GED test here. However, we do offer free Basic Skills classes to help you prepare.
About the GED® Test
The GED® consists of four separate timed tests:
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Reasoning through Language Arts
- Science
- Social Studies
Taking all four subject tests at one time is not recommended.
GED® exams are given in-person at the Îá°®³Ô¹Ï Twin Falls and Burley campuses. Online testing may be possible. For details, see: . GED® tests can be taken in English or Spanish.
Who Can Take the GED®
You can take GED® tests if you are:
- Age 16 years or older*
- Not enrolled in high school
- Legally in the U.S.
*If you are under 18, you must submit an Idaho Youth Waiver before you can test.
To Get Started with the GED® Process
Scheduling and paying for the practice or official GED® exams must be done directly through GED® by going to or by calling 1-877-EXAM-GED (1-877-392-6433).
GED Ready® Practice Tests
GED® also offers practice tests. The practice test results will tell you if you are ready to take the official tests. GED Ready® tests are recommended but are only required if you choose the online GED® test option. The practice tests can be taken anywhere you have internet services.
Test Costs
Each official subject test costs $36, for a total of $144. Re-takes of a single subject are $10 each. Practice tests are usually $7.99 each. If you do not show up for a scheduled test appointment, you will still be charged for the test. Tests are scheduled at and can be paid for with a credit/debit card or voucher.
Additional Information
Note: GED® test accommodations are different from Îá°®³Ô¹Ï College & Career Readiness class accommodations. Visit or 208-732-6260 for information.
Questions? Contact our office at 208-734-6534 for more information