GED Louisiana: All About the Louisiana GED Test

Don't have a high school diploma? Are you interested in a GED credential? Having a GED will open many new opportunities for your career and self-confidence. Continue to read this article for more information about the Louisiana GED.

Louisiana GED Requirements

Eligibility

According to the Louisiana Department of Education (LDE), www.doe.state.la.us, individuals must meet the following requirements in order to take the GED exam:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be a resident Louisiana
• Must be withdrawn from a regular high school program for at least six months
• Not a high school graduate

More detailed requirements are available at the LDE website, www.doe.state.la.us.

Exam Format

The exam consists of five different subject sections taken over seven and a half hours:

• Language Arts - Writing
  • Comprised of a 45-minute essay composition'
• Language Arts - Reading
• Mathematics (Part 1 and 2)
  • Use of a calculator is only allowed on Part 1 of the Mathematics section.
• Science
• Social Studies

Scoring

The score ranges from a minimum of 200 to a maximum of 800 on each subject section. The minimum required on each section is 410. The total minimum required for all subject sections is 2050. The entire exam, or individual sections may be taken multiple times until a passing score is earned.

Registration and Fees

Registration may be completed at any Louisiana testing center. Check with the Louisiana Department of Education, www.doe.state.la.us, for a list of approved testing centers in the state. There is a fee of $40 to take the exam (or $8 per section). Bring the required photo ID as well as your social security number and proof of Louisiana residency.

Preparation

Visit your local library or bookstore to check out the available GED practice materials. Inquire at your local community college or adult learning center information about GED prep courses.