{"id":4266,"date":"2025-05-16T12:18:13","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T12:18:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/?p=4266"},"modified":"2025-11-27T11:11:23","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T11:11:23","slug":"online-ged-state-by-state-and-residency-requirements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/online-ged-state-by-state-and-residency-requirements","title":{"rendered":"Online GED State-by-State and Residency Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting your GED online is one of the smartest decisions you can make today. With more people studying from home, online GED testing has become more popular and even more convenient than ever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And it gets even better: you can also study for the GED online! With <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/courses\/ged-test-prep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepsaret<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll have everything you need to prepare quickly and confidently. From easy-to-follow study notes to realistic practice questions in all four GED subjects, Prepsaret makes studying simple, effective, and stress-free.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, online GED testing isn&#8217;t the same in every state. Each state has its own rules about who can take the test online, whether you need to be a resident, and if you must complete a GED Ready\u00ae practice test first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article explains everything you need to know, from state requirements to costs, so you can confidently plan your GED journey no matter where you live.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Steps for Registering for Online GED Testing<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/courses\/ged-test-prep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4270 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Steps-for-Registering-for-Online-GED-Testing-1.png\" alt=\"Step-by-step guide for registering for the online GED test, showing the process from start to finish.\" width=\"900\" height=\"500\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Steps-for-Registering-for-Online-GED-Testing-1.png 900w, https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Steps-for-Registering-for-Online-GED-Testing-1-480x267.png 480w\" data-sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 900px, 100vw\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/500;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting started with the online GED test is easy and accessible. Here\u2019s a quick overview of the registration process:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sign up on the Official GED Website:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Head to <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/ged.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>GED.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and create an account to begin the registration process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Select Your State:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Choose the state where you\u2019ll be taking the test (even if it\u2019s online, some state rules still apply).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Take the <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ged.com\/study\/ged_ready\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>GED Ready\u00ae Practice Test<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Many states require you to take this official practice test first to ensure you\u2019re ready for the real exam.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choose Your Test Date:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Once you\u2019ve passed the practice test (if required), you can schedule your official online GED test.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete Payment:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Pay for your test at the time of scheduling.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best part about registering for the GED online is its convenience and the fact that your diploma is recognized nationwide. Regardless of where you live, the GED you earn is valid across the country, opening doors to further education or job opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it&#8217;s important to note that not all states use the GED for High School Equivalency testing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Iowa and Maine, for example, the HiSET\u00ae exam is offered instead. While the HiSET is available for online testing, some students may face difficulties scheduling it for home testing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Check Out: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/hiset-vs-ged#:~:text=The%20key%20differences%20are%3A,7.5%20hours%20for%20the%20GED.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>GED vs HISET<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Students using Prepsaret&#8217;s study materials receive <a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/free-questions\/ged-test-prep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free practice questions <\/a>for each GED subject.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Online GED State-by-State and Residency Requirements<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The table below provides a comprehensive overview of key requirements across different states:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>State Requirements<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Requires Taking GED Ready Practice Test for Online Testing<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Requires Taking GED Ready Practice Test for In-Person Testing<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cost of the GED Online<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cost of GED at Test Center<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Must Be a Resident?<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/alabama-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alabama<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/alaska-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/arizona-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arizona<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$41<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$41<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/arkansas-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arkansas<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/ged-in-california#:~:text=California%20GED%20Online%20Price,to%20qualify%20for%20online%20testing.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">California<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$41<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$41<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/colorado-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colorado<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$43.50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$43.50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/connecticut-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connecticut<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$13 registration fee.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$13 registration fee.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/delaware-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delaware<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/washington-dc-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">District of Columbia<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/florida-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Florida<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$38<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/georgia-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Georgia<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$46<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$46<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/hawaii-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hawaii<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$43.50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/idaho-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Idaho<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/illinois-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illinois<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/indiana-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indiana<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/kansas-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kansas<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$39<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$39<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/kentucky-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kentucky<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/louisiana-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Louisiana<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$38.50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/how-to-get-a-ged-in-maryland-state-library-resource-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maryland<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$21.75<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$21.75<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/massachusetts-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massachusetts<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/michigan-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michigan<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$43.50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$43.50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/minnesota-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minnesota<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/mississippi-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mississippi<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/missouri-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missouri<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$33<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/montana-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Montana<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$26<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/nebraska-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nebraska<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/nevada-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nevada<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$31<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/new-hampshire-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Hampshire<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No (except for those 18 and under)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No (except for those 18 and under)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/new-jersey-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Jersey<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/new-mexico-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Mexico<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/new-york-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online\u00a0 testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FREE<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/north-carolina-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Carolina<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$26<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/north-dakota-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Dakota<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/ohio-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ohio<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/oklahoma-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$41<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$41<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/oregon-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oregon<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$44<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$44<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/pennsylvania-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pennsylvania<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FREE<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FREE<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/rhode-island-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhode Island<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$30<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/south-carolina-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South Carolina<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$43.50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$37.50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/south-dakota-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South Dakota<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$50<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/tennessee-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tennessee<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/texas-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Texas<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$42.25<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36.25<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/utah-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utah<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/vermont-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vermont<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/virginia-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virginia<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/washington-state-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washington<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/west-virginia-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West Virginia<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FREE<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/wisconsin-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wisconsin<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$39.75<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$39.75<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/wyoming-ged-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wyoming<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$26<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$26<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The differences in Online GED State-by-State policies reflect each state&#8217;s approach to education and credentialing. If you live in Oregon and prefer structured support, you can also enroll in <a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/ged-prep-classes-in-oregon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GED prep classes in Oregon<\/a> to supplement your online study and boost your chances of success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While some states maintain strict residency requirements, others have opened their programs to anyone regardless of where they live, making the process more accessible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, a few states <\/span><b>do not currently offer the GED online at all<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hawaii<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West Virginia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wyoming<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Florida<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massachusetts<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Steps of Taking the GED from Home<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking the GED from home through the official <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearsonvue.com\/us\/en\/ged\/onvue.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>OnVUE online testing system<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a convenient option\u2014but there are a few important steps and rules to follow to make sure everything goes smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Online GED Technical Requirements<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you schedule your test, make sure you meet these technical requirements:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A computer with a webcam and microphone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stable internet connection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Chrome browser installed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A private, quiet room for testing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A valid, government-issued photo ID<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll also need to <\/span><b>take and pass the GED Ready\u00ae practice test<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for each subject you want to take online.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Find Out More: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/what-kind-of-computer-do-i-need-to-take-the-ged-test-online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>What Kind of Computer Do I Need to Take the GED Test Online<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><b>Online GED Scheduling and Check-In Process<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Schedule your exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through your account at<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ged.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On exam day, complete the <\/span><b>pre-check-in process<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verify your identity with a photo ID<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show your testing room using your webcam<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close all other programs on your computer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll take the test under the watch of a live online proctor to make sure everything stays fair and secure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Online GED Exam Rules<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To keep your GED exam valid and secure, you must follow these strict rules:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must be physically located in the United States; tests taken outside the U.S. will be canceled with no refund.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheating is strictly prohibited. Having someone else take the test for you can result in a permanent ban and revoked test scores.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You agree to be video and audio recorded during the entire exam.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal items like phones, headphones, watches, or any electronic devices must be out of reach unless approved.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must be in a private, walled room with a closed door.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No one else is allowed in the room once the exam begins.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may not leave the webcam view at any time during the test.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You cannot use a calculator, scratch paper, or take physical notes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food, smoking, and gum are not allowed during the exam.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not move your webcam once the testing session has started.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mumbling, speaking aloud, or covering your mouth is not permitted and can lead to warnings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Touchscreen features on laptops are not allowed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must be fully clothed during the test.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These rules help make sure that <\/span><b>online GED testing is just as secure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as in-person testing at a center. Following them protects the value of your GED diploma and shows your true skills and effort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Continue Reading: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/ged\/top-10-ged-study-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Top 10 GED Study Tips<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Online GED State-by-State and Residency Requirements FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-4268 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-4268.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-4268.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-4268.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-4268.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-4268.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1747395827\"><div id=\"sp-ea-4268\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-42680\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse42680\" aria-controls=\"collapse42680\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What States Do Not Require Residency for GED?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse42680\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4268\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-42680\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">States like Florida, Idaho, Utah, Georgia, Hawaii, Michigan, and North Carolina do not require residency to take the GED test. Non-residents can register and test in these states, though underage candidates often face additional requirements.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-42681\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse42681\" aria-controls=\"collapse42681\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> In What State Can I Take My GED Online?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse42681\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4268\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-42681\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Many states offer online GED testing, including Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, and Colorado. However, some states like Florida, Hawaii, Massachusetts, and New York do not currently allow online GED testing.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-42682\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse42682\" aria-controls=\"collapse42682\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Does It Matter What State I Get My GED In?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse42682\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4268\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-42682\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The GED credential is nationally recognized, but residency and testing rules vary by state. You can take the GED in a state without residency requirements, but the diploma is issued by that state\u2019s education authority, which may affect local recognition.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-42683\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse42683\" aria-controls=\"collapse42683\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is GED Accepted in All 50 States?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse42683\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-4268\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-42683\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, the GED diploma is accepted across all 50 states as an equivalent to a high school diploma. It meets educational and employment requirements nationwide, regardless of the state where the test was taken.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><b>Online GED State-by-State and Residency Requirements Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know the online GED state-by-state requirements, you&#8217;re one step closer to earning your diploma. While each state has different rules for residency, test costs, and online availability, most allow you to test from home with the right setup.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to pass on your first try? Start preparing with Prepsaret! With realistic practice questions and simple study tools for all GED subjects, Prepsaret makes it easy to learn fast and succeed. Sign up today and start your journey!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting your GED online is one of the smartest decisions you can make today. With more people studying from home, online GED testing has become more popular and even more convenient than ever. And it gets even better: you can also study for the GED online! 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