United States · ExamCan you take the HiSET in Louisiana before 19?
- Enrollment in, or authorization from, an approved WorkReady U literacy program, or a state-recognized Louisiana Options program in your K-12 school with testing authorization
- A Prepared or Well-Prepared score on the HiSET Official Practice Test, given by a WorkReady U provider or state-approved designee
- Not enrolled, or required to be enrolled, in high school, and no diploma or equivalency credential
At 19 or older the official practice test is recommended but not required. For eligibility questions, call the Louisiana Community and Technical College System at 1-225-922-2800.
What the HiSET costs in Louisiana
| Where | Per subtest | All five, one year |
|---|---|---|
| Test center | $24 | $130 |
| At home | $41 | $215 |
The totals include the $10 state fee, which you pay on the first subtest you book each calendar year. The test center fee is charged every time you test.
Retakes in Louisiana
You can take each subtest up to six times in a calendar year. You pay the full test fee only on the first and fourth attempts; the others cost just the test center fee, or the $23 proctor fee at home.
Sources: HiSET · Louisiana Community and Technical College System. Checked October 2026.
Rules and fees can change, so check the official site before your test.
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