The current version of the GEDŽ test will expire at the end of
2013. The current version, known as the 2002 Series GEDŽ test, will be replaced with the new 2014 GEDŽ test on January 2, 2014.
Those who have taken the 2002 Series GEDŽ test, but not passed all five parts, have until the end of 2013 to pass or they will
need to start over again in 2014 with the new GEDŽ test in order to receive their high school credentials. For more information,
view the general informational flyer (Word format, 53KB,
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download Adobe Acrobat for free).
A few important tips you should know about testing in Maryland before the end of 2013:
- Registration deadline for repeat GEDŽ test-takers is October 31, 2013.
- Registration deadline for new GEDŽ test-takers is September 16, 2013.
Computer Based Testing (CBT) is Available
at Selected Sites
- Anne Arundel Community College, 101 College Parkway, CALT Bldg., Arnold, MD 21012
- College of Southern MD - La Plata, 8730 Mitchell Road, P.O. Box 910, La Plata, MD 20646
- Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044
The $45 paper test is still available for a limited time; however, computer-based testing
(CBT) is now available as well at selected locations. Though CBT currently costs more - $30 per subject area test or $150 for all
subject areas test - the results are faster and registration is online and can be done at your convenience.
With the GEDŽ test on computer, success is just clicks away. Anne Arundel Community College,
College of Southern MD, and Howard Community College now offer the GEDŽ test on computer, a brand new way to take today's test and
earn your GEDŽ credential. Register
today online.
Learn additional information for test takers.
Content Areas of the GEDŽ Tests
The current 2002 GEDŽ tests series measure knowledge in five content areas:
- Language Arts Writing
- Language Arts Reading
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
An important feature of the Language Arts Writing assessment is a written essay that documents your ability to write and
communicate effectively.
Learn more about each content area.
Preparing to take the GEDŽ Tests
Adult education preparation classes are offered to prepare students in:
- GEDŽ testing preparation
- Pre-GEDŽ
- English as a Second Language (ESOL)
- Adult Basic Education
Locate an adult education provider in your county:
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Applying to take the GEDŽ Tests
First-Time Applicants
To take the GEDŽ tests in Maryland, you must be:
- At least 16 years of old
- Resident of Maryland
- Officially withdrawn from a high school program
- Have not earned a high school diploma
Applicants who have never taken the GEDŽ tests in Maryland or have not tested within the last 5 years must
complete the Maryland First-Time Applicant application.
Print the application:
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document, 189KB, download
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document, 127KB, download
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Fill out the application completely in blue or black ballpoint ink pen and mail it to the:
DLLR GEDŽ Testing Office
1100 N. Eutaw Street/Room 121
Baltimore, MD 21201.
Also include a photocopy of your Maryland MVA identification and a $45 check or money order. The $45 scheduling fee must be paid
each time you schedule or reschedule to take the GEDŽ tests.
Retesting/Rescheduling Applicants
GEDŽ candidates can test a maximum of 3 times between January 2013 and December 2013. To reschedule,
complete the Retest/Reschedule Application and mail along with a photocopy of your Maryland MVA identification
and a $45 check or money order. The $45 scheduling fee must be paid each time you schedule or reschedule to take the GEDŽ tests.
Print the retest/reschedule application:
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document, 83KB, download
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Testing Centers in Maryland
The GEDŽ tests are administered at various testing centers throughout the state. You can view and print the list of test
centers in Maryland (Word
document, 57KB, download Word viewer for free)
(PDF
document, 63KB, download Adobe Acrobat for free).
GEDŽ Testing in French or Spanish
Maryland offers the GEDŽ tests in French and Spanish. A question on the Maryland First-Time Applicant application
asks you to indicate the language format you desire. Please note: All GEDŽ candidates in Maryland must take the
Language Arts Writing test in English which includes a written essay. The essay must be written in English.
Notification of Your Scheduled Test Dates
You will be mailed a letter indicating the test center where you are scheduled to take the GEDŽ tests and test dates. You
should receive the letter by the 1st of the month you requested for testing. If you do not receive a letter with such
information, call the GEDŽ Testing Office at 410-767-0538 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm or send an email to
ged@dllr.state.md.us.
Testing Accommodations
The purpose of accommodations is to provide candidates with full access to the GEDŽ test. However, accommodations
are not a guarantee of improved performance or test completion. GEDŽ Testing Service provides reasonable and appropriate
accommodations to individuals with documented disabilities who demonstrate a need for accommodations.
Test accommodations are individualized and considered on a case-by-case basis. Consequently, no single type of
accommodation (e.g. extra time) would necessarily be appropriate for all individuals with disabilities. Simply
demonstrating that an individual meets diagnostic criteria for a particular disorder does not mean that the person
is automatically entitled to accommodations.
To obtain more information on testing accommodations
print the accommodations request forms.
Test Results/Scores
Your test results will be mailed to you 4 - 6 weeks after the close of the testing month. Be sure the GEDŽ Testing Office
has your current mailing address.
Test results are not released over the telephone or email. Scores that do not result in a Maryland High School
diploma are valid for five (5) years. In addition, scores across test series cannot be combined. Therefore,
the current 2002 scores cannot be combined with the test series scheduled for release January 2014.
Transcripts
You can purchase an official transcript of your test scores. Print and fill out the Transcript Request Form
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download Adobe Acrobat for free).
You can request the transcript by mail or in person.
By Mail: Complete the transcript request form and mail to the GEDŽ Testing Office with a $5 check or money.
No Cash. Make check/money order payable to: DLLR/GEDŽ Testing Office. Mail your request to:
MD Dept. of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
GEDŽ Testing Office
1100 N. Eutaw St., Baltimore, MD 21201.
Once the request is received, your transcript will be processed and mailed in 5 business days.
In person: Complete the transcript request form. Bring the form along with a $5 money order and picture
identification to:
MD Dept. of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
GEDŽ Testing Office
1100 N. Eutaw St., Baltimore, MD 21201.
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