{"id":5845,"date":"2026-03-28T11:25:01","date_gmt":"2026-03-28T11:25:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/hiset\/?p=5845"},"modified":"2026-03-28T11:25:01","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T11:25:01","slug":"alaska-hiset-alternative","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prepsaret.com\/hiset\/alaska-hiset-alternative","title":{"rendered":"Alaska HiSET Alternative: Best GED &#038; Adult Diploma Options\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the HiSET Available in Alaska? No. The HiSET exam is not available in Alaska. The Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development recognizes only the GED as the official high school equivalency test.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The credential earned is called the State of Alaska High School Diploma by Examination, issued by the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development and signed by the Commissioner of Labor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska has consistently used the GED as its sole high school equivalency pathway for adults. The state&#8217;s program \u2014 Alaska Adult Education (AAE) \u2014 is administered through the DOLWD Division of Employment and Training Services (DETS) and coordinated by ABE\/GED State Director Windy Swearingin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Programs are delivered through regional providers across all parts of the state, from Anchorage to rural communities like Kotzebue, Nome, and Bethel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over 20 million Americans have earned their GED credential. Notable GED holders include entrepreneurs, politicians, entertainers, and military leaders \u2014 including Wendy&#8217;s founder Dave Thomas, actor Christian Slater, musician David Bowie, and Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton. The credential opens real doors regardless of your background or career goals.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Which States Do Still Offer HiSET?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the HiSET states landscape helps clarify why Alaska uses GED exclusively:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>State<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Exam Availability<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED only \u2014 HiSET not available<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massachusetts<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiSET only \u2014 GED not offered<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiSET is primary exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Hampshire<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiSET available<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iowa<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiSET available<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wyoming<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiSET available<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">California<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both GED and HiSET available (separate programs)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Texas, Florida, Ohio<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED only \u2014 like Alaska<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Alaska GED Overview<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The GED (General Educational Development) test is a four-subject high school equivalency exam developed by GED Testing Service LLC and administered in Alaska under the authority of the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It assesses academic skills equivalent to those expected of a high school graduate, with emphasis on critical thinking and real-world application.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Alaska GED At-a-Glance<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Detail<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Information<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Official name of credential<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State of Alaska High School Diploma by Examination<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issued by<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development \u2014 signed by Commissioner of Labor<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Administered by<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska Adult Education (AAE), DOLWD-DETS Division<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State GED Director<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windy Swearingin, ABE\/GED State Director | (907) 465-8714<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Number of subjects<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passing score per subject<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">145 out of 200<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total test time<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approximately 7 hours across all 4 subjects<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Score availability<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Same day, within 3 hours of completing a subject<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost per subject<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36 (in-person and online same price)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total cost (all 4, first attempt)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$144 \u2014 but Alaska may pay for your first test in each subject<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Languages available<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">English and Spanish; you may combine both languages for your credential<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residency requirement<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">None \u2014 no Alaska residency required<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Free GED Testing in Alaska<\/b><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Alaska State-Funded Free GED Testing<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The State of Alaska will pay for your FIRST GED test in each subject while state funding lasts. This means your first attempt at all four GED subjects could cost you nothing. This benefit applies at both test centers and for online testing. Terms and conditions apply \u2014 verify current availability at ged.com when you register. Source: Alaska GED policy, ged.com\/policies\/alaska.html<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes Alaska one of the most financially accessible states in the country for GED testing. Combined with Alaska&#8217;s free Adult Education prep programs, it is possible to earn your State of Alaska High School Diploma by Examination at zero out-of-pocket cost for many residents.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Free GED Prep Classes in Alaska<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through Alaska Adult Education (AAE) regional programs, free GED preparation classes are available across the state. These are funded through federal WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) Title II grants and state funding. You are not required to attend classes before testing, but preparation significantly improves pass rates.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska Literacy Program \u2014 Anchorage &amp; Mat-Su Regional (covers Anchorage and Palmer areas): 1345 Rudakof Circle, Suite 104, Anchorage, AK 99508 | (907) 337-1981 | Test Prep Services Manager: Rebekah Potter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska Technical Center \u2014 Kotzebue Regional AAE: 843 4th Street, Kotzebue, AK 99752 | (907) 442-1500 | Program Coordinator: China Kantner<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kawerak, Inc. \u2014 Nome Regional AAE: P.O. Box 948, Nome, AK 99762 | (907) 434-1258 | ae@kawerak.org<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Literacy Council of Alaska \u2014 Fairbanks Regional AAE: 724 27th Ave, Suite 2, Fairbanks, AK 99701 | (907) 456-6212 | ged@literacycouncilak.org<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southeast Regional Resource Center (SERRC) \u2014 Southeast, Bethel, Bristol Bay\/Aleutian, and North Slope Regional AAE: 210 Ferry Way, Suite 200, Juneau, AK 99801 | (907) 433-7422 | danielleb@serrc.org<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAA Kachemak Bay Campus \u2014 Kenai Peninsula (Homer): 533 East Pioneer Avenue, Homer, AK 99603 | (907) 235-1602<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAA Kenai River Campus \u2014 Kenai Peninsula (Soldotna): 156 College Drive, Soldotna, AK 99669 | (907) 262-0327<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAA Kodiak Campus \u2014 Kodiak Regional AAE: 117 Benny Benson Drive, Kodiak, AK 99615 | (907) 486-1243<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UAA Prince William Sound Campus \u2014 Valdez: P.O. Box 97, Valdez, AK 99686 | (907) 834-1671<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the most current directory: jobs.alaska.gov\/aae\/aae-directory.html \u2014 last updated March 17, 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Alaska GED Eligibility Requirements (2026)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligibility rules come directly from ged.com\/policies\/alaska.html and the official Alaska Adult Education program at jobs.alaska.gov\/aae\/ged.htm.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Standard Age Requirements: Adults 18 and Older<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be 18 years of age or older<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must not currently be enrolled in high school<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must not have previously received a high school equivalency certification in another state<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No Alaska residency requirement \u2014 you do not need to live in Alaska to test here<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No prep class required before testing \u2014 but classes are strongly recommended and free<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For in-person testing: no GED Ready practice test required<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For online testing: GED Ready practice test REQUIRED with a green (Likely to Pass) score before scheduling<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Students Age 16 or 17 \u2014 Additional Requirements<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students aged 16 or 17 may test in Alaska by presenting ALL of the following to an Alaska Adult Education Regional Program or GED testing site before being authorized:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A withdrawal slip from the last school attended in Alaska \u2014 OR a legal emancipation document<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Written permission from a parent or guardian (signed)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A current government-issued photo ID<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, the Alaska Adult Education Regional Program or the GED testing site must determine the 16 or 17-year-old eligible before testing can proceed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For online testing specifically: a parent or guardian must be physically present at the pre-test check-in to give consent and authorize recording. If the parent or guardian is absent, the exam session will be revoked.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Alaska GED Cost: 2026 Fee Guide<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska&#8217;s GED costs are among the most affordable in the country, and the state&#8217;s free first-attempt program can eliminate costs entirely for qualifying test-takers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Standard Fee Breakdown<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Fee Item<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Amount<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Per GED subject \u2014 In-Person (Test Center)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36.00<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Per GED subject \u2014 Online (Remote Proctored)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36.00<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All 4 subjects (first attempt, no state funding)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$144.00<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All 4 subjects (with Alaska state funding \u2014 first attempt)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$0.00 (while funding lasts)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payment method<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Debit or credit card when scheduling at GED.com<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Retake Fees<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Rule<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-Person 1st discounted retake<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED Testing Service waives its $26 fee; Alaska charges a $10 test center fee = $10 total<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-Person full retake (after discounted retake)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36 per subject; 1:1 discounted offer repeats<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online retake<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36 per subject \u2014 no discounted retake for online proctored exams<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-Person retake wait period<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No wait for first 2 retakes; 60-day wait after 3rd attempt on same subject<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online retake wait period<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One retake before 60-day wait; after 2nd online attempt on a subject, must wait 60 days<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska free first attempt<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also applies to first attempt even if retaking \u2014 confirm current terms at ged.com<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Important: The State of Alaska Will Pay for Your First GED Test in Each Subject<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While funding lasts, the State of Alaska covers the cost of your first attempt at each of the 4 GED subjects \u2014 a potential saving of $144.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This benefit applies to both in-person and online testing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To access this benefit: register and schedule through GED.com; the discount is applied automatically.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">View terms and conditions: ged.com\/alaska-free-ged-testing-terms.html<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact AAE for current funding status: ak.adult.ed@alaska.gov | (907) 465-4685<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Alaska GED Subjects, Format and Test Length<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Alaska GED consists of four subject tests. You can take them in any order and on separate days. Total testing time is approximately 7 hours but does not have to be completed in one sitting.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>GED Subject Overview<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Subject<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Time Limit<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Content and Format<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">150 min (inc. 10-min break)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading comprehension, grammar, sentence structure; 45-min Extended Response essay<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mathematical Reasoning<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">115 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basic math, algebra, geometry, data\/graphs; on-screen calculator Part 2; formula sheet provided<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life, physical, earth\/space science; data interpretation from charts, graphs, tables<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social Studies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90 minutes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. history, civics, economics, geography; analysis of maps, charts, primary sources<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Question Types on the Alaska GED<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The GED uses multiple question formats beyond standard multiple choice:<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple choice \u2014 most common; select the correct answer from 4 options<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drag-and-drop \u2014 move items into correct sequences, categories, or map locations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill-in-the-blank \/ grid-in \u2014 type a numeric answer; common in math<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short answer \u2014 write a brief response; used in Science<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extended Response (essay) \u2014 45-minute argumentative essay using provided source texts; only in RLA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hot spot \u2014 click on a specific location on an image, diagram, or map<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Alaska GED Passing Score and Score Tiers<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Score Range<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>What It Means<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below Passing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below 145 \u2014 must retake that subject; score report shows specific areas to improve<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Passing (HSE Diploma eligible)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">145 to 164 \u2014 earns your State of Alaska High School Diploma by Examination<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED College Ready<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">165 to 174 \u2014 enter college-level courses without placement testing at participating institutions<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED College Ready + Credit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">175 to 200 \u2014 may earn college credit at participating Alaska colleges and universities<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Score availability<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Same day, within approximately 3 hours of completing each subject<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Alaska GED Online: Taking the Test From Home<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, Alaska allows fully online GED testing through the remote-proctored GED system. This is particularly valuable for Alaska residents in rural or remote areas where the nearest test center may be hundreds of miles away.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Online GED Requirements in Alaska<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Requirement<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED Ready practice test<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">REQUIRED \u2014 must score green (Likely to Pass) before scheduling each online subject exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computer<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows or Mac desktop\/laptop \u2014 tablets, phones, Chromebooks not accepted<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Webcam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Required \u2014 live proctor monitors via camera throughout the session<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internet<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A stable broadband connection is required throughout the exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quiet, private room with no other people present<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under-18 students<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parent or guardian must be physically present at pre-test check-in; absence = session revoked<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple subjects<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must schedule one at a time; cannot take all subjects in one day online<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Online vs. In-Person: What Alaska Students Should Know<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>In-Person (Test Center)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Online (Remote Proctored)<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED Ready practice test<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not required (recommended)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">REQUIRED \u2014 green score before scheduling<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost per subject<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36 (same)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State free first attempt<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes (while funding lasts)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes (while funding lasts)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounted retake<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 1st retake costs $10<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No \u2014 full $36 each time<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retake wait period<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">None for first 2 retakes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">60-day wait after 2nd attempt<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All subjects are the same day<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible if test center hours allow<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No \u2014 schedule separately, one at a time<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for Alaska residents<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Near a test center; want discounted retakes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rural\/remote areas; limited transportation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Alaska&#8217;s rural and remote communities \u2014 including villages in Western Alaska, the Interior, and Southeast \u2014 online testing can be transformative. The GED Ready practice test requirement (typically $6-8 per subject) ensures you are genuinely prepared before taking the real exam.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Get Your GED in Alaska: Step-by-Step<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All GED registration is done online at GED.com \u2014 walk-in registration at test centers is not available. Here is the complete official process:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a free account at GED.com; use your legal name exactly as it appears on your government-issued ID \u2014 this name will appear on your Alaska High School Equivalency Diploma<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select Alaska as your testing state; verify you meet eligibility (18+ or 16\/17 with required documentation)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are 16 or 17: gather your withdrawal slip or emancipation document AND signed parental consent; present these to an Alaska Adult Education Regional Program or authorized test site before scheduling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact your nearest free Alaska Adult Education program for free GED prep classes \u2014 preparation dramatically improves first-attempt pass rates<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If testing online: take the GED Ready practice test ($6-8 per subject) for each subject you plan to test; must score green before scheduling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule your first subject test at GED.com; check whether Alaska&#8217;s free first-attempt funding is currently available when you register<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay with a debit or credit card; if you lack a bank card, register for a free American Express Bluebird card at bluebird.com and load cash at any Walmart<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your tests one at a time or all together (in-person); receive scores within approximately 3 hours of completing each subject<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After passing all four subjects, download your free electronic diploma and transcript immediately from the email sent to your GED.com account<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Pro Tip: Contact Your Regional AAE Program First<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before registering at GED.com, call or email your nearest Alaska Adult Education Regional Program. They can confirm current funding availability for the free first attempt, connect you with free prep classes, and guide you through documentation requirements if you are under 18. Find your nearest program at jobs.alaska.gov\/aae\/aae-directory.html.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Alaska GED Transcripts and Diploma<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Alaska High School Equivalency Diploma is issued by the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development and signed by the Commissioner of Labor \u2014 it is the legal counterpart to the Alaska High School Diploma. Here is everything you need to know about obtaining your documents.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What You Receive Automatically After Passing<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One free electronic diploma and one free electronic transcript are automatically sent via email to your GED.com account address after you pass all four GED subjects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PDFs use Blue Ribbon Security technology verified by GED Testing Service and Parchment LLC \u2014 each time the document is opened, its authenticity is confirmed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download immediately \u2014 links are available for a limited time only. Follow the instructions in the email carefully.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Diploma and Transcript Pricing<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Service<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cost \/ How to Access<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Initial electronic diploma and transcript<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FREE \u2014 automatically sent via email after passing all 4 subjects<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optional initial printed diploma<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$10.00 + shipping and handling \u2014 order through GED.com<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duplicate electronic transcript<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$18.00 \u2014 order through GED.com or Parchment<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duplicate printed diploma\/transcript<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$18.00 each + additional shipping \u2014 order through Parchment<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For diplomas earned after 2014<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Order through your GED.com account: My Scores &gt; Order Duplicates<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For diplomas earned before 2014<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Order via GEDCredentialing through Parchment at GED.com under &#8216;Grads and Transcripts&#8217;<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Third-party verification (employers\/colleges)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Institutions register for Parchment Receive (academic) or Third Party Ordering (non-academic) at parchment.com<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Key Contacts for Alaska GED Transcripts<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Contact<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transcript request phone<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(907) 465-4685 \u2014 Donna Collins, Education Associate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED State Director<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windy Swearingin, ABE\/GED State Director | (907) 465-8714<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Email<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ak.adult.ed@alaska.gov<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mailing address<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DOLWD-DETS Division, 1111 W. 8th Street, P.O. Box 115509, Juneau, AK 99811-5509<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Department of Corrections<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inmate verification form: stateofalaskaaae.formstack.com\/forms\/inmate_verification<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parchment support<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">parchmentsupport.force.com\/GED\/s\/<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important note: Alaska High School Equivalency Diplomas and transcripts are issued using your full legal name as it appears in your GED.com profile. Ensure your name, address, and contact information are correct before passing your final subject test \u2014 mailed diplomas are sent to the address in your GED profile.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>HiSET vs. GED vs. TASC<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most searched topics is the difference between GED, HiSET, and TASC. Here is the definitive comparison for Alaska residents and anyone considering their options nationally.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>GED<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>HiSET<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>TASC<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available in Alaska<\/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;\">NO (TASC discontinued)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Administered by<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED Testing Service LLC<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PSI Services LLC (formerly ETS)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Data Recognition Corp. \u2014 discontinued 2022<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Number of subjects<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Math difficulty<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher \u2014 heavy algebra and reasoning<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Min. passing score<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">145\/200 per subject<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8\/20 per subject<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">500\/800 per subject (when active)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essay requirement<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 45-min Extended Response<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 Writing essay<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 Writing essay<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calculator allowed?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part 2 of Math only<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No calc Part 1; allowed Part 2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part 2 only<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Format<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computer-based<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computer + paper options<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computer-based<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online testing<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 GED OnVUE<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 HiSET @Home<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\/A \u2014 discontinued<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Score tiers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pass \/ College Ready \/ College Ready + Credit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pass only<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pass only<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost (Alaska)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$36\/subject = $144 total<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\/A \u2014 not in AK<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\/A \u2014 discontinued<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National acceptance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Widely accepted<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accepted in HiSET states<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Was accepted in the TASC states<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Active in 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YES<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YES (~20 states)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NO \u2014 discontinued<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TASC (Test Assessing Secondary Completion) was previously offered by Data Recognition Corporation as a third high school equivalency option alongside GED and HiSET. TASC was discontinued in 2022. Any states that previously used TASC have transitioned to either GED or HiSET.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>HiSET vs. GED: Which Is Harder?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people ask this before choosing an exam. For Alaska residents, the answer is academic since HiSET is unavailable \u2014 but here is the honest assessment:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED Math is widely considered the hardest component of any HSE exam \u2014 it requires real algebraic reasoning, data interpretation, and function analysis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HiSET covers 5 subjects vs. GED&#8217;s 4, spreading study time more broadly; each subject has a lower minimum passing threshold (8\/20 vs. 145\/200)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED offers College Ready score tiers that can earn college credit or bypass remedial courses \u2014 a unique advantage that HiSET does not have<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both exams require a written essay component; GED&#8217;s Extended Response (45 minutes) is generally considered more demanding than the HiSET Writing essay<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall: roughly comparable difficulty; GED is more rigorous in math, while HiSET requires broader subject coverage<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Is the HiSET Equivalent to a High School Diploma?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This question applies equally to the GED and HiSET, since both lead to a High School Equivalency credential. Here is the authoritative answer for both, with specific reference to Alaska:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Yes \u2014 Both Are Legally Equivalent to a High School Diploma<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In every state that offers them, both the GED and HiSET earn a state-issued credential that is the legal equivalent of a high school diploma. In Alaska specifically, the State of Alaska High School Diploma by Examination carries the same legal weight as the State of Alaska High School Diploma issued to traditional graduates. It is accepted by all Alaska employers, all Alaska colleges and universities, all branches of the U.S. military, and all federal employment and training programs.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Accepted By<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Status<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska employers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 all employers in Alaska recognize the GED\/HSE diploma<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community colleges (UAA, UAF, UAS campuses)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 accepted for admission<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Alaska System<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 accepted for undergraduate admission<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. Military (all branches)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 all branches accept GED\/HSE diploma<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Federal government employment<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 all federal positions accepting an HS diploma accept an HSE diploma<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAFSA \/ Federal financial aid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 opens eligibility for Pell Grants and student loans<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trade and apprenticeship programs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 most accept GED\/HSE diploma for enrollment<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Department of Corrections programs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 GED is widely recognized in post-release employment and training<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>Online High School Diploma Programs for Alaska Residents<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you prefer completing coursework over taking a single comprehensive exam, accredited online high school diploma programs offer an alternative path to a diploma. This is not the same as a GED \u2014 it is an actual high school diploma earned through online study.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How Online Diploma Programs Work<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complete online coursework across standard high school subjects (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, electives)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work at your own pace \u2014 typically 1-2 years, but can be faster<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earn a high school diploma (not an equivalency credential) that is recognized by employers and most colleges<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Programs like Excel High School offer accredited online diplomas accessible to Alaska residents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost varies \u2014 typically $400 to $2,000+, depending on the program and how many credits you need<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>GED vs. Online High School Diploma: Which Is Right for You?<\/b><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Criteria<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>GED<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Online High School Diploma<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type of credential<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High School Equivalency Diploma<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Actual High School Diploma<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time to complete<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weeks to months<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically 1-2+ years<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Format<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 comprehensive exams<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coursework and assignments<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cost (Alaska)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$0-$144 (state may fund first attempt)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$400-$2,000+ depending on program<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free prep available?<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 through AAE regional programs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varies by program<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">College acceptance<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Widely accepted<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Widely accepted<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speed and minimum cost<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prefer learning over exams; need diploma specifically<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accreditation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State-issued (Alaska DOLWD)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must verify program accreditation carefully<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Caution: Verify Accreditation<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all online diploma programs are legitimate. Before enrolling in any online high school diploma program, verify it is regionally or nationally accredited by a recognized accrediting body (e.g., AdvancED\/Cognia, Middle States Association). Unaccredited diplomas are not accepted by employers, colleges, or the military. For most Alaska adults, the GED remains the fastest, lowest-cost, and most universally recognized path.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><b>How Difficult Is the GED?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people worry the GED is too hard after years away from school. The honest answer is: it is challenging but entirely achievable with focused preparation. Here is a subject-by-subject difficulty breakdown for Alaska test-takers.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Subject<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Relative Difficulty<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Why \/ Key Challenge<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mathematical Reasoning<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High \u2014 most commonly failed subject<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Algebra, functions, data interpretation; Part 1 has no calculator<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reasoning Through Language Arts<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading comprehension is accessible; essay (45 min) requires practice<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less memorization than expected; graph\/data reading is key skill<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social Studies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low to Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Document and map analysis; broad knowledge helpful but not required<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to GED Testing Service data, the overall GED pass rate nationally is around 75-80% for students who use official preparation materials and take a practice test before scheduling. Students who attend adult education prep classes before testing have measurably higher first-attempt pass rates.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What Makes the GED Manageable<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You take each subject separately \u2014 you only need to pass one at a time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no time limit on how long you take between subjects \u2014 pace yourself<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A formula sheet is provided on screen during the Math test \u2014 no need to memorize formulas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The GED Ready practice test accurately predicts your readiness \u2014 take it before scheduling to avoid wasted exam fees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free Alaska Adult Education prep classes cover all subjects systematically<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can retake any subject you do not pass \u2014 and the first two in-person retakes cost only $10 each in Alaska<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>How to Pass the Alaska GED Fast<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED.com states the average preparation time is 2 to 3 months. Focused, consistent students often pass individual subjects in 2 to 4 weeks. Here is an effective Alaska-specific study approach:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>30-Day GED Alaska Study Blueprint<\/b><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Week<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Focus and Activities<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 1: Diagnose your starting point<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take free GED test previews at ged.com\/study\/free-online-ged-test.html for all 4 subjects. Identify your 1-2 weakest subjects. Enroll in your nearest free Alaska Adult Education prep class this week \u2014 do not wait.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 2: Math and RLA foundation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dedicate 70% of study time to Mathematical Reasoning \u2014 it is the most commonly failed subject and has the highest impact. Focus on algebra, linear equations, and data graph reading. Begin daily 20-minute reading practice with informational texts for RLA.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 3: Full rotation and practice tests<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take one timed practice test per subject. Practice writing a full 45-minute essay for RLA under timed conditions. Fix weak areas identified in each practice test immediately.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 4: GED Ready and scheduling<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take the official GED Ready practice test ($6-8\/subject) for your first target subject. Score green = schedule your real GED exam right away (Alaska may cover the cost). Score yellow = 1-2 more weeks of focused study before retesting on GED Ready.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Subject-Specific Alaska GED Tips<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mathematical Reasoning: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A formula sheet is provided during the exam \u2014 learn how to use the formulas rather than memorizing them. Practice Part 1 (no calculator) every day for at least 15 minutes: basic arithmetic, fractions, percentages, and order of operations. Work through at least 25 word problems before testing.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>RLA Extended Response Essay: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must write a structured argumentative essay using evidence from two provided passages \u2014 45 minutes total. Practice the 5-step process: (1) read both passages quickly, (2) identify the main argument of each, (3) outline your position in 2 minutes, (4) write a 4-paragraph essay, (5) proofread the last 5 minutes. Spelling, grammar, and organization all affect your score.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Science and Social Studies: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both tests require interpreting charts, graphs, and maps far more than memorizing facts. Practice sitting with an unfamiliar graph or table, reading it carefully, and answering 3-4 questions about it. This single skill drives the majority of correct answers on both tests.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Alaska HiSET Alternative: FAQs\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Can you get your GED online in Alaska?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Alaska allows fully online GED testing via the remote-proctored system. You need a Windows or Mac computer with a webcam, stable internet, and a quiet, private space. One critical requirement: you must first take and pass the GED Ready practice test (scoring green) for each subject before you can schedule that subject online. Online testing costs $36 per subject \u2014 the same as in-person. Alaska&#8217;s free first-attempt funding also applies to online testing while funding lasts. Note: online testing does not offer discounted retakes, and subjects must be scheduled one at a time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Which is faster, HiSET or GED?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both exams take roughly the same total testing time \u2014 approximately 7 to 8 hours across all subjects. Since Alaska does not offer HiSET, this comparison only matters if you are considering testing in another state. In practice, the GED can be faster to complete because it has 4 subjects versus HiSET&#8217;s 5, meaning fewer scheduling sessions. Both allow you to take subjects one at a time and only retake subjects you fail, making both highly flexible. For Alaska residents, the GED is your only option and the fastest viable path.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is the HiSET equivalent to a high school diploma?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. In states that offer it, the HiSET earns a state-issued High School Equivalency credential that is legally equivalent to a traditional high school diploma \u2014 accepted by employers, colleges, and the military. The same is true for Alaska&#8217;s GED credential. In Alaska specifically, passing the GED earns the State of Alaska High School Diploma by Examination, which carries the same legal standing as the State of Alaska High School Diploma. HiSET is not available in Alaska, so for Alaska residents, the GED is the path to this legal equivalence.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is the difference between GED, HiSET, and TASC?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All three are (or were) nationally recognized high school equivalency tests, but they differ in important ways. The GED (by GED Testing Service) has 4 subjects, is computer-based, includes College Ready score tiers, and is currently active in Alaska and most states. HiSET (by PSI Services) has 5 subjects, includes paper-based testing options, and is active in approximately 20 states \u2014 not including Alaska. TASC (by Data Recognition Corporation) had 5 subjects and was discontinued in 2022 \u2014 it is no longer available anywhere. Alaska only recognizes the GED. If you passed TASC in a previous state, contact the Alaska AAE office to confirm whether those scores can be transferred or if you need to retake tests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How do I get my GED in Alaska?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create a free account at GED.com and select Alaska as your testing state. If you are 16 or 17, obtain a withdrawal slip or emancipation document and signed parental consent, then present them to an Alaska Adult Education Regional Program before scheduling. Contact your nearest free AAE prep program (jobs.alaska.gov\/aae\/aae-directory.html) for free classes. Check whether Alaska&#8217;s free first-attempt funding is available when you register. For online testing, first pass the GED Ready practice test with a green score. Schedule and pay for each subject at $36 each (or $0 with state funding). After passing all 4 subjects, download your free electronic diploma and transcript from your GED.com account email immediately. Alaska AAE contact: ak.adult.ed@alaska.gov | (907) 465-8714.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How much does it cost to take the GED test in Alaska?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska charges $36 per subject test, totaling $144 for all four subjects. However, the State of Alaska will pay for your first GED test in each subject while funding lasts \u2014 making it possible to take the entire exam for free. If you need to retake a subject in-person, the first discounted retake costs $10 (GED Testing Service waives $26 of the fee). Online retakes cost the full $36 each. Free GED prep classes are available statewide through Alaska Adult Education regional programs. Contact ak.adult.ed@alaska.gov or call (907) 465-8714 to confirm current free funding availability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Can I do my GED fully online?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Both the GED exam itself and your prep materials can be completed fully online in Alaska. For the exam, you take each subject through the remote-proctored GED OnVUE system from your home or any quiet location with a computer and webcam. The prerequisite is passing the GED Ready practice test with a green score for each subject you want to test online. For preparation, free online resources include GED.com test previews, Khan Academy, the GED Mobile App, and library databases. Alaska Adult Education also offers online classes in some regions. The Alaska state free funding applies to online testing as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How difficult is it to pass the GED test?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With preparation, most motivated adults can pass the GED. National pass rates are around 75-80% for students who use official prep materials and take the GED Ready practice test before scheduling. The Math section is the most commonly failed subject due to its emphasis on algebra and data reasoning \u2014 but with 2-4 weeks of focused study, most people can reach passing level. The best predictor of success is your GED Ready score: green means you are likely to pass, yellow means more study is needed. Alaska&#8217;s free Adult Education prep classes and the state&#8217;s free first-attempt funding remove the two biggest barriers \u2014 preparation help and cost \u2014 making success very achievable for Alaska residents.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Alaska HiSET Alternative: Final Thoughts<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you came here looking for an Alaska HiSET alternative, you have the complete picture: the HiSET is not available in Alaska, and the GED is your path. The State of Alaska High School Diploma by Examination is a fully legitimate, state-issued credential that opens the same doors as a traditional diploma.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska&#8217;s setup is genuinely favorable: the state may pay for your first attempt at each subject, free prep classes are available across the state through Alaska Adult Education regional programs, and online testing is available for residents in remote areas. There has never been a better time or a lower-cost opportunity to earn your credential in Alaska.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Your Action Plan \u2014 Start Today<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Create your free GED account at GED.com and select Alaska<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Find and contact your nearest free Alaska Adult Education program: jobs.alaska.gov\/aae\/aae-directory.html<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Ask about Alaska&#8217;s free first-attempt funding: ak.adult.ed@alaska.gov | (907) 465-4685<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Take free GED test previews: ged.com\/study\/free-online-ged-test.html<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. For online testing: take the GED Ready practice test first \u2014 score green before scheduling<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Pass all 4 subjects and download your free electronic diploma immediately from your GED.com email<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska AAE\/GED State Director: Windy Swearingin | (907) 465-8714<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transcript requests: Donna Collins | ak.adult.ed@alaska.gov | (907) 465-4685<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GED Technical Support: 1-877-EXAM-GED (1-877-392-6433)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is the HiSET Available in Alaska? No. The HiSET exam is not available in Alaska. 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