Testing Information

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	Midland College GED Testing Information
	GED testing is held at the Midland College Testing Center Science Faculty Building, Rm. 176 Midland College 3600 N. Garfield, Midland, Texas 79705 (432-685-5504)

Who can take the GED test?

Any Texas resident who is 18 years old or older.
If you are 17 years old, and not enrolled in a High School Equivalency Program, the Texas Education Agency requires that your school official complete a GED Test Administration Withdrawal Form. A person 17 years old must also have a completed Parent/Guardian Consent Form. Both forms are available outside of the Testing Center office.
16 year olds may be tested ONLY WITH A COURT ORDER FROM A STATE JUDGE.

Can I take the test in Spanish?

Yes. Spanish testing is available on certain dates. Contact the Testing Center for the schedule.

When can I take the test?

During the regular college school year, GED tests are scheduled at 2-week intervals, generally.
Call or visit the Testing Center for scheduled dates.
The tests are spread out over a 2-day period, and each test is timed. The schedule for the test subjects is:

Subject	Time Limit	Days and Hours
Science	80 minutes	Monday @ 8:30 a.m.
Social Studies	70 minutes	Monday @ 12:00 Noon
Reading	65 minutes	Monday @ 3:00 p.m.
Math	90 minutes	Tuesday @ 8:30 a.m.
Writing	2 hours	Tuesday @ 12:00 Noon

What do the tests consist of?

The current GED test battery is as follows:

SUBJECT	NUMBER OF QUESTIONS	TIME ALLOWED
Language Arts, Writing, Part 1 Sentence Structure: 30% Usage: 30% Mechanics: 25% Organization: 15%	50	75 minutes
Language Arts, Writing, Part 2 Essay	1	45 minutes
Social Studies History: 40% Economics: 20% Geography: 15% Civics and Government: 25%	50	80 minutes
Science Life Science: 45% Physical Science: 35% (Physics and Chemistry) Earth and Space Science: 20%	50	80 minutes
Language Arts, Reading Literacy: 75% (Prose, Poetry and Drama) Non-fiction: 25% (Reviews, Business and Biography)	40	65 minutes
Mathematics Measurement and Geometry: 20 - 30% Algebra: 20 - 30% Number Standards and Operations: 20 - 30% Data Analysis: 20 - 30%	50	90 minutes

Do I have to take all 5 tests at once?

No. When you register for the tests, you will have to pay for all 5, but you are not required to take all 5 tests in one session.

How do I sign up for the test?

You will need to register for the tests on the Thursday before the testing week, at the Midland College Testing Center, beginning at 12:00 Noon. When you register:

You must have $70 to pay for the test (covers all 5 subjects)
You must have a valid photo ID (Drivers License, State ID, Military ID, or Passport )
A Social Security card
16- and 17-year-olds must bring any relevant paperwork, as described above
You must complete all required paperwork (allow 30-45 minutes)
You must meet all eligibility requirements

How can I prepare for the GED exam?

The Midland College Adult Basic Education Center offers FREE GED preparation classes. To register for these classes, call 685-4720 or 685-4566, or visit our central office in rm. SF176 at the Midland College Campus.

What do I need to score to pass the GED test?

You must have a minimum score of 410 in each of the 5 subjects listed above, with an average score of 450 overall (A total score of 2250).

What do I do if I fail one or more of the subjects?

Any tester who fails in any subject may retake the test on that subject. Non-students must wait 6 months before they can retest, while ABE students must prove to their instructor that they are prepared to retest in order to test before the 6-month period is over. At this time, retests will require an extra $15 payment per subject.

What if I have special needs, or a condition that prevents me from testing?

Special Needs testing can be accommodated with the required documentation