The GED is a computer-based examination of General Educational Development.
The cost for the entire test is $120 (each of four parts is $30). The GED Testing site is at Danville Area Community College.
The GED test consists of 4 sections including Reasoning Through Language Arts (150 minutes), Mathematical Reading (115 minutes), Science (90 minutes), & Social Studies (90 minutes).
Classes to prepare for the test can be taken through DACC's Adult Education Program.
You must also take and pass the Illinois Constitution test as required by Illinois Compiled Statutes - School code (105 ILCS 5/27-3). There is no fee to take the Constitution Test and it may be taken at any time, at www.ilconstitution.org. It is recommended that you take the Constitution Test after taking at least one section of the GED.
If you took the test prior to 2014 & didn't complete all sections, you will need to re-take all the sections of the GED test.
If the test was completed before January 1, 2014 (and was not taken on computer), contact the Regional Office of Education for the county where the test was taken.
If the test was completed after January 1, 2014 (or was taken on computer in 2012/2013), contact the Regional Office of Education for the county of residence at the time of test completion.
To obtain a transcript or diploma:
Each document requested includes a $10 charge. Personal check, district check, cash, or money orders are acceptable forms of payment (no credit/debit cards).
