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What is the GED test like?

The GED consists of four subjects:

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

How is the GED test given?

All GED testing is computer based.

You will need the following computer skills:

  • Mouse skills (click, double-click, drag-and-drop)
  • Keyboard and typing skills to type answers
  • Copy and paste
  • Use a scroll bar
  • Undo/redo edits
  • Use an online calculator
 
If you need brush up on your computer skills, there are many tutorials available online, including:



How can I prepare for the GED test?

 Study on your own:

  • Books: Search the library catalog for study books.
  • Online: Use our Peterson's Test & Career Prep database or Learning Express Library, both of which offer online practice tests and online books (requires Mesa Public Library card and PIN to access). The GED Testing Service site also offers free online GED practice tests for each subject
  • Computer tutorials:  the computer tutorials listed above will help you prepare for the computer-based GED test.
     

Take classes:

  • In-person (face-to-face) preparation classes (see list below)
  • Online (distance learning) preparation classes (see list below)

 

In-person (face-to-face) preparation classes:

Arizona Department of Education – Adult Ed and GED Testing 
602-258-2410
For a list of in-person and online classes throughout the state
 
Maricopa County Superior Court Education Program
602-372-5509
For members of the community and adults on probation

MesaCAN
480-833-9200 x3424
GED to a Degree program provided at no cost; participants are required to participate in volunteer opportunities at New Leaf/MesaCAN. GED to a Degree Information Sheet

Mesa Public Schools - Adult Education Department & Family Literacy Program 
480-472-7259
Fees based on household income.

Rio Salado College - In-Person Classes
480-517-8110 or
Call Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm.
 

Online (distance learning) preparation:

Arizona Department of Education – Adult Ed and GED Testing
602-258-2410
For a list of in-person and online classes throughout the state

Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest - GEDWorks™
The costs of GED services are generously covered by donors, contracts, and grants through Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest to allow student to obtain a GED at no cost to them.
 
Rio Salado College - Online Classes
480-517-8110 or
Call Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm.
 

 

Where Can I Take the GED Test?

Arizona Department of Education
Find testing centers in Arizona