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GED Utah: Learn About the Utah GED Requirements
Furthering your education can be one of the biggest steps of your life. Earning your General Education Development (GED) certificate can increase your employment choices and self esteem. This article can help guide you through the process of getting your GED from the state of Utah.
Earning a General Education Development (GED) certificate can help adults achieve their goals, which including skills improvement, grade level goals, and employment opportunities. Read on to find out more about earning a GED in Utah.
Utah's GED Requirements:
Eligibility
Individuals must meet the following requirements in order to take the GED exam, www.adultliteracy.org:
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older (age requirements may vary, check with your local testing center for more details)
- Must be a resident of the state of Utah
- Must have withdrawn from a regular high school program for at least six months
- Not a high school graduate
Exam Format
The exam consists of five different subject sections taken over seven and a half hours:
- Language Arts - Writing
- A 45 minute essay question.
- Language Arts - Reading
- Mathematics (Part 1 and 2)
- 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 a passing score is achieved.
Registration and Fees
Registration may be completed at any of the local Utah testing centers. There is a fee of $55 to take the exam. Bring sufficient ID along with your social security number and proof of residence. Contact the Utah State Office of Education, www.usoe.k12.ut.us, for a list of approved testing sites and other relevant GED information.
Preparation
Visit your local library or bookstore to view the available GED practice materials. Inquire at your local community college or adult learning center for information about GED prep courses.
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