GED Courses 2026
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GED: upcoming dates and official changes
- Updated Oct 25, 2026: Time limit (Mathematical Reasoning) is now 115 minutes (previously 115 minutes, including a 3-minute break).
- Updated Oct 25, 2026: Time limit (Reasoning Through Language Arts) is now 150 minutes (previously 150 minutes, including a 45-minute essay).
- Updated Oct 25, 2026: Time limit (Science) is now 90 minutes, no break (previously 90 minutes; no break).
Facts verified Oct 25, 2026 against GED Testing Service. Dates that have passed are removed automatically.
- The GED Mathematical Reasoning test is 115 minutes, including instructions, final review and a break between parts. (GED Testing Service)
- The GED Reasoning Through Language Arts test is 150 minutes, including a 10-minute break and a 45-minute written essay. (GED Testing Service)
- The GED test has a passing score of 145 for each test subject. (GED Testing Service)
- The official GED Ready practice test costs $7.99 per subject. (GED Testing Service)
- The online-proctored GED allows one retake before a 60-day waiting period. (GED Testing Service)
- At a GED test center you get two subsequent retests you can schedule at any time, then must wait 60 days between attempts after three unsuccessful attempts. (GED Testing Service)
- To take the GED online you must score 'green' on GED Ready within the last 60 days for each subject, test in a private room and present government-issued ID. (GED Testing Service)
- GED scores are typically posted within 24 hours of taking the test, though it can occasionally take 2 to 3 business days. (GED Testing Service)
Facts verified Oct 25, 2026 against GED Testing Service. Dates that have passed are removed automatically.
GED Exam at a Glance
| Item | Detail | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Time limit (Mathematical Reasoning) | 115 minutes | GED Testing Service |
| Time limit (Reasoning Through Language Arts) | 150 minutes | GED Testing Service |
| Time limit (Science) | 90 minutes, no break | GED Testing Service |
| Time limit (Social Studies) | 70 minutes, no break | GED Testing Service |
| Passing score | 145 per subject | GED Testing Service |
| Exam fee (GED Ready — single subject) | $7.99 per subject | GED Testing Service |
| Retake policy (Online-proctored GED) | One retake, then 60-day wait | GED Testing Service |
| Retake policy (Test center) | Two retests any time; then 60-day waits | GED Testing Service |
| Eligibility (Online-proctored GED) | Green GED Ready score within 60 days, private room, government ID | GED Testing Service |
| Score release | Typically within 24 hours; sometimes 2-3 business days | GED Testing Service |
Facts verified Oct 25, 2026 against GED Testing Service. Dates that have passed are removed automatically.
Free GED Study Tools
Interactive GED resources on PracticeTestGeeks, free to start:
- GED Science — 20 questions with instant scoring and answer explanations
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- GED study guide — topic-by-topic overview of what the exam covers
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Online GED Courses
- Convenience - Many online GED test prep courses are self-paced and can be taken either by day or night time. Students find online prep courses to be more convenient than traditional classroom education as it can be taken anytime, anywhere.
- Interactivity - Online GED resources are often much more immersive than conventional books as students get access to online practice tests which offer automated, instant scoring.
- Cost - Most of the GED online courses are free and no cost.
- ✓Review the official GED exam content outline
- ✓Take a diagnostic practice test to identify weak areas
- ✓Create a study schedule (4-8 weeks recommended)
- ✓Focus on your weakest domains first
- ✓Complete at least 3 full-length practice exams
- ✓Review all incorrect answers with detailed explanations
- ✓Take a final practice test 1 week before exam day
GED Practice Test Questions
Prepare for the GED - General Educational Development exam with our free practice test modules. Each quiz covers key topics to help you pass on your first try.
GED Mathematical reasoning
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What is a GED course?
How long is a GED course?
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| Course Type | Length | Time |
| Online | 8 to 16 weeks | Self-paced |
| On-Campus | About 4 months | 2 to 4 hours per day, 3 to 5 days per week |
Is the GED easier than the SAT?
Can I take college courses without GED?
- +Industry-recognized credential boosts your resume
- +Higher earning potential (10-20% salary increase on average)
- +Demonstrates commitment to professional development
- +Opens doors to advanced career opportunities
- −Exam preparation requires significant time investment (4-8 weeks)
- −Certification fees can be $100-$400+
- −May require continuing education to maintain
- −Some employers may not require certification
Sample GED Practice Questions
Try these questions from our free GED practice tests. The correct answer and an explanation follow each question.
The economic concept of "division of labor" (specialization) means:
- A. Workers focus on specific tasks to increase overall efficiency and productivity
- B. Wealth is divided equally among all workers in a society
- C. Different nations produce only the goods they can make most cheaply
- D. Labor unions divide workers into specialized departments
Answer: A. Workers focus on specific tasks to increase overall efficiency and productivity
Division of labor means breaking work into specialized tasks. This increases productivity because workers become highly skilled at their specific job. Adam Smith famously described this in his analysis of a pin factory.
Which of these nations did not participate in the Axis Powers during World War II?
- A. Italy
- B. Japan
- C. Germany
- D. The Soviet Union
Answer: D. The Soviet Union
During World War II, the primary Axis Powers were Germany, Italy, and Japan. The Soviet Union, despite initially signing a non-aggression pact with Germany, later joined the Allied Powers after being invaded by Germany in 1941, making it an opponent of the Axis.
A student hypothesizes that ingesting a teaspoon of raw honey will keep pollen-allergic people from sneezing. She conducts an experiment to verify her theory. What's the name of the dependent variable?
- A. Pollen
- B. Sneezing
- C. Raw Honey
- D. Eating
Answer: B. Sneezing
In a scientific experiment, an independent variable is a variable that is altered or manipulated in order to assess the effects on the dependent variable. In this scenario, the student is in charge of the honey to see how it affects sneezing. Because it "depends" on the independent variable, it is called dependent.
Which sentence uses figurative language to describe disappointment?
- A. She did not get the job she applied for
- B. Her heart sank when she read the rejection letter
- C. The rejection letter arrived on Tuesday
- D. She applied for three different positions last month
Answer: B. Her heart sank when she read the rejection letter
'Her heart sank' is a common metaphor that vividly conveys the feeling of disappointment rather than stating it literally.
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