Two Options for High School Equivalency

GED and HiSET Exams

These tests provide a valid means of measuring the educational achievement of adults who are non-high school graduates and compare their academic competence with that of high school graduates.  The following requirements are needed to qualify for the diploma: 
  • A minimum test score must be met for either the GED® or HiSET® Tests: 
    GED®:  A score of 145 out of 200 will be required on each of the 4 subtests (Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science and Social Studies). 
    HiSET®:  A score of 8 out of 20 is required on each of the 5 subtests (Language Arts – Reading, Language Arts – Writing, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies) and a score of 2 out of 6 on the Essay. 
  • Minimum 1⁄2 credit from an accredited private/public high school in Hawaii or from one of the Hawaii Community Schools for Adults.
  • An official transcript from an accredited Hawaii High or Community school.
  • If you are under 18 years of age, you will need to provide additional documentation before being approved to register for the test.  Contact our school for more information. ​

HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY PREPARATION COURSES

Classes prepare you for the GED® and HiSET® Tests through on-site or online courses.  See campus brochures for class dates and times.

GED TEST FEES

Test Fee:  $150 GED Test Full Battery (includes 4 subtests) or $37.50 for each individual subtest
​Enrollment Fee:  $20 per on-site prep course or $40 per online course
Books/Supplies:  Varies

HiSET TEST FEES

Test Fee:  $125 HiSET Test Full Battery (includes 5 subtests) or $25 for each individual subtest
​Enrollment Fee:  $20 per on-site prep course or $40 per online course

GED COMPUTER-BASED TESTING INFORMATION HANDOUT

GED Information Handout
File Size: 194 kb
File Type: pdf
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HiSET TESTING INFORMATION HANDOUT

HiSET Information Handout
File Size: 438 kb
File Type: pdf
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Vision:  Where learning never ends!
Mission:  Waipahu Community School for Adults will provide learning opportunities for students to improve the quality of their lives as they contribute        positively to society. 
  • Enrollment is open to all persons 18 years and over, regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, physical and/or mental disability. Be prepared to present photo identification.
  • Students ages 16 to 17 must be officially released from a public high school in the State of Hawaii before admission into academic classes.
  • Unregistered persons, including children, are not allowed in adult classes.
  • The consumption of alcohol, illegal substances and the use of tobacco products are prohibited during school functions and on school grounds. 
  • The school reserves the right to remove from class and school grounds any student or individual exhibiting inappropriate behavior.