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How to pass the GED test

Take it one subject at a time, and only book a subject when the official practice test says you're ready. That's the short version of how to pass the GED test. You need 145 on each of the four subjects, scores aren't averaged, and you're given a formula sheet and a calculator for most of it, so the test rewards reading carefully more than memorizing.

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Updated October 2026 · Written from official sources, listed at the bottom of this page

How do you pass the GED test, step by step?

  1. Take the free test preview in each subject to see where you stand.
  2. Pick one subject to start. GED.com says some people study one subject for about 3 weeks and then test, while others study all four for about three months.
  3. Study your weak spots with a class, a book or free lessons.
  4. Take GED Ready for that subject. 145 or higher means likely to pass.
  5. Book the test, then move to the next subject.
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Tips for each subject

  • Math: practice part 1 by hand, since it has no calculator, and learn the on-screen TI-30XS before test day.
  • Language Arts: practice the essay. It's worth up to 12 raw points, and it's scored on evidence, organization and clear English.
  • Science: read the graph or experiment first. The answer is usually in the material.
  • Social Studies: spend most of your time on civics and government, which is half the test.
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Is the GED hard, and how fast can you get it?

GED Testing Service doesn't publish one overall pass rate. GED.com does say the science test has a 90% pass rate, and on average it takes people about 2 to 4 months to get their GED.

If you're ready sooner, you can take all four subjects in one day at a test center, if its hours allow. Scores usually come within 24 hours. Online, each subject is a separate appointment, and you need a passing GED Ready score first.

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Sources: GED Testing Service and 7 more. Checked October 2026.

Rules and fees can change, so check the official site before your test.