GED Minnesota: The Minnesota GED Requirements

The Minnesota GED Exam, a commonly accepted subsitute for a high school diploma, allows individuals to improve their futures through a battery of tests. Read this article to find out the requirements to earn one in the state of Minnesota.

Minnesota GED Requirements:

Eligibility

Individuals must meet these requirements in order to take Minnesota's GED exam:

  • Must be 16 and above who have
  • Must not have completed high school
  • Must not currently be enrolled in high school
  • Must be a resident of Minnesota

Exam Format

The exam consists of five different subject sections taken over seven and a half hours:

  • Language Arts - Writing
    • A written essay question
  • Language Arts - Reading
  • Mathematics (2 parts - a calculator may be used on Part 1 only)
  • Science
  • Social Studies

Scoring

The score ranges from a minimum of 200 to a maximum of 800 on each subject section. The minimum required on each section is 410. The total minimum required for all subject sections is 2050. Individuals may retake all or part of the exam until they pass.

Registration and Fees

Check with a local testing center to find out about registration and fees. Minnesota's Department of Education(children.state.mn.us) has a list of approved testing sites and additional GED resources. Remember to bring photo ID and your social security number and proof of state residency when you register and again when you go to take the test.

Preparation

Adult Education programs offered by local school districts, community colleges, and community organizations provide free instruction for GED test takers. These programs use Official GED Practice Tests that can be used to identify potential strengths and weaknesses. To find an Adult Education program near you, call Minnesota's Literacy Council Hotline at 1-800-222-1990.

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