About Our GED Program
Our GED program is open to anyone 18 or older — there’s no maximum age, and it’s never too late to start. Best of all, everything we offer is completely free.
You can stay in the program as long as you need support. Some students are ready to take the GED quickly, while others need more time — either way, we’ll stick with you and help you reach your goal (as long as you keep showing up to class!).
We currently offer in-person classes only, meeting twice per week. You’ll also get access to our computer-based curriculum, which you can use from home anytime. That means you can work at your own pace and keep learning even between classes.
Please note that our classes are offered in English only. You’ll need to be able to read, write, and speak English fluently to enroll. If you need help learning English first, we’re happy to connect you with free ESL programs in the community.
Our unique curriculum and personalized approach work well for most adult learners — no matter how long it’s been since you were last in school. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
About the GED Test in New York
Our program prepares you to pass the official GED exam, which is how you earn your High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma in New York State.
Here’s what you need to know:
You must be at least 19 years old to take the GED in New York unless you qualify for an age-based exception (such as being officially withdrawn from school for at least one year). We can help you figure out if you’re eligible.
The GED exam includes four subject tests:
Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts (Reading & Writing).To pass, you need a score of 145 or higher on each test (on a 200-point scale).
The GED test is free for all test takers in New York State.
You can take each subject test up to three times per calendar year.
If you don’t pass a subject, you must wait at least 60 days before retaking it.
Online GED testing is not available in New York. All testing must be done in person at an official testing center.