The GED® exam offers adults a second opportunity to prove acquisition of the contemporary high school skills and life skills. For the thousands of West Virginians who have not completed high school, the issuance of the State of West Virginia High School Equivalency Diploma provides them with the opportunity to demonstrate academic skills at a high school level of competency.
Individuals must take and pass all four subject area tests of the GED® exam to receive the State of West Virginia High School Equivalency Diploma.
Reasoning Through Language Arts: Covers reading comprehension, grammar, and writing, including reading informational and literary texts and drawing conclusions.
Mathematical Reasoning: Includes basic math, geometry, and algebra, as well as the application of math concepts to solve real-world problems. A formula sheet is provided.
Social Studies: Assesses understanding of social studies concepts, analyzing historical events, and interpreting data presented in social studies contexts.
Science: Tests knowledge of life science, physical science, and earth and space science. It includes topics like genetics, the solar system, and atoms, with an emphasis on applying scientific reasoning.
Free Testing
The state of West Virginia has provided funding for individuals to take the GED® exam for free. To get free testing, you must go to an Adult Education classroom to take the state-approved GED® official practice test and receive a passing score in each subject area. Individuals may also choose to attend classes at an Adult Education center to brush up on skills to help them prepare for the GED® exam.