1.  How long does each participant need to take a GED class in order to earn a GED certificate?
  • A specific time line cannot be given because it depends on each individual's academic skills, attendance, participation in class, and homework completion.

2. Why would someone desire spending the time to earn a GED certificate?
  • Someone may just desire to complete his/her secondary education.
  • A workplace may require for employees to have a high school diploma or GED certificate before they can have a job.
  • A GED certificate can provide an increase in salary or a better job.
3. What subjects are on the 2014 GED test and are they timed?
  • Reasoning through Language Arts: 150 minutes
  • Mathematical Reasoning: 115 minutes
  • Science: 90 minutes
  • Social Studies: 70 minutes

4. What type of questions are on the 2014 GED test?
  • Multiple choice
  • Drag and drop
  • Hot spot (select an area)
  • Fill in the blank
  • Short answer
  • Extended response
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​5. What language is the 2014 GED test?
  • English
  • Spanish

6. What is the passing score?
  • The passing score is 145.

7. How is the test administered, paper/pencil or online?
  • The test is administered online.
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8. Where do I take the 2014 GED test and how do I sign up to take a GED® test?
  • In order to take a GED® test, each person registers online at ged.com.  GED® tests are taken at:​
  • Roanoke Higher Education Center
​          108 North Jefferson Street
          Roanoke, VA 24016

9. How much does it cost to take the test?
  • Each of the four parts cost $30 each, which would be $120 for the entire test.
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10. How does someone register for the  2014 GED® Test? ​
11. Can someone take any part of the 2014 GED test or the entire test without attending a GED preparation class?
  • Yes, anyone can register online at www.ged.com  and take any of the 2014 GED test.