General Educational Development (GED)
This program is available to students who are not currently enrolled in High School and are 16 years of age or older. Preparation to take the GED is available through the Adult Success Center located on the third floor of the Roy F. Christensen building (the College of Technology). As assessment test named the TABE (Tests of Adult Basic Education) is given and a course of study is then determined by the scores and goals of the individual student. There are classes (available between 9 A.M. and 3 P.M.) in reading, language, and math. As well as independent study and computerized study options. For those with high-level scores, SkillsTutor and GED Connection are available. Flexible scheduling is available.
Preparation for this test is FREE of charge through the Adult Success Center and outreach centers operating throughout seven southeastern Idaho counties.
Please contact the Adult Success Center with any question you might have at 208-282-2468. Outreach information can also be found by following the link to our outreach centers and extended outreach centers.
Once student scores indicate GED readiness, students can take official GED practice tests at the Adult Success Center. Testing for the GED is then done at Graveley Hall through ISU Counseling and Testing Services.
There are 5 GED Tests
- Language Arts: Reading
- Language Arts: Writing (This test has two (2) parts - multiple choice and essay)
- Science
- Social Studies
- Math (This test has two (2) parts - one part allows the use of a calculator)
The cost for the five tests is $20 each or $100.00 total. The cost for each retake is $25.00. Arrangements for payment are made at the testing center.
Some GED scholarships are available through the Adult Success Center after receiving help from the center in preparation for the GED.
An ISU scholarship for the highest scorer on the GED tests taken at ISU for the year is available.