Two Options for High School Equivalency
HiSET® Status Update - HiSET® to continue to be offered in State of Hawaii
January 2022 - The HiSET® program was acquired from ETS by a company called PSI Services (PSI), thereby enabling us to continue offering the HiSET® program, along with the HiSET® test option, to our communities within the State of Hawaii. For more information, contact your WCSA campus.
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), a score of 2 out of 6 on the essay, and a minimum total score of 45 out of 100.
- 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 school or community school.
- If you are under age 18, 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.
Enrollment Fee: $20 per on-site/blended prep course or $40 per self-directed online course
Books/Supplies: Varies
Enrollment Fee: $20 per on-site/blended prep course or $40 per self-directed online course
Books/Supplies: Varies
GED Computer-Based Testing Information
Test Fee: $150 GED® Test Full Battery (includes 4 subtests) or $37.50 for each individual subtest
Need help accessing your GED® credentials? For more information, visit https://parchmentsupport.force.com/GED/s/test-takers.
HiSET Testing Information
Test Fee: $100 HiSET® Test Full Battery (includes 5 subtests) or $20 for each individual subtest