In North Carolina, individuals can to earn their High School Equivalency Diplomas by taking either the HiSet or GED battery of exams. For more information on the test two tests
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All High School Equivalency Diplomas in North Carolina are issued through Diploma Sender. For information on how to obtain copies of your HiSet or GED diploma, create a free account with Diploma Sender
Diploma SenderHiSET is the acronym for High School Equivalency Test. It is one of two high school
equivalency (HSE) batteries of tests sanctioned by North Carolina that can lead to
a High School Equivalency Diploma. Students must pass five subtests to achieve
the HSE credential. The subtests are Language Arts in Reading, Language Arts in
Writing, Social Studies, Science, and Math. The tests are all multiple-choice tests
with an additional essay required for the Language Arts in Writing subtest.
The HiSet consists of five subtests:
- Language Arts in Reading
- Language Arts in Writing
- Social Studies
- Science
- Math
The tests are all multiple-choice, with an additional essay required for the Language Arts in Writing subtest.
Common Questions about the HiSet
Each subtest costs $15, which includes two free retakes per subtest in a calendar year from the date of the first attempt. The total cost of completion is $75.
Sign up for a free account here. Schedule and pay for the appropriate subtest online. The test will be completed in Forsyth Tech’s West Campus Testing Center at 1300 Bolton Street in Room 8.
HiSet.orgYes. Everyone taking a HiSET test must have a valid photo ID.
North Carolina’s identification requirementsMinors at least 16 years old can take the HiSET battery of tests. They must meet the same identification requirements as adults. Minors must also complete the appropriate minor paperwork before scheduling a test. The Minor Release Form should be completed appropriately, notarized, and taken to the West Campus Testing Center. For instructions on turning in the form, call 336-734-7831 or email nard@forsythtech.edu.
Minor Release FormStudents completing computer-based testing will get an unofficial score on the day of testing, except for the writing score. The Language Arts in Writing scores can take about a week. Students completing paper-based tests generally receive their scores within two weeks. HiSET posts all scores in the HiSET portal.
The minimum passing score on each multiple-choice subtest is 8 out of 20 points. In addition to the multiple-choice portion, the Language Arts in Writing test has an essay component that requires at least 2 out of 6 points. HiSET requires a cumulative total of at least 45 points across the five tests and a minimum of 2 on the essay to award the HSE Diploma. This means that a student can’t earn their HSE Diploma if they only score 8 on each of the subtests. For more information on HiSET scoring requirements, click here
Learn MoreGED is the acronym for General Educational Develoment. It is one of two high school
equivalency (HSE) batteries of tests sanctioned by North Carolina that can lead to
a High School Equivalency Diploma. Students must pass four subtests to achieve
the HSE credential. The subtests are Reasoning Through Language Arts,
Mathematical Reasoning, Social Studies and Science. The tests are all multiplechoice tests with an additional essay required for the Reasoning Through
Language Arts subtest. Information on the GED can be found at www.ged.com.
HSE testing requirements vary by state.
GED consists of four subtests:
- Reasoning Through Language Arts
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Social Studies
- Science
The tests are all multiple-choice, with an additional essay required for the Reasoning Through Language Arts subtest.
Common Questions about the GED
Each subtest costs $26, which includes one free retake per subtest. The total cost of completion is $104.
Create a free account on the GED website. Schedule the appropriate subtest and pay for it online. The test will be delivered in the PearsonVue testing lab in Forsyth Tech’s Testing Center, on the Main Campus.
The Robert L Strickland Center, room 2551
1615 Miller Street,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
GED.comYes. Everyone taking a GED test must have a valid photo ID.
Minors at least 16 years old can take the GED battery of tests. They must meet the same identification requirements as adults. Minors must also complete the appropriate minor paperwork before scheduling a test. The Minor Release Form should be completed appropriately, notarized, and taken to the West Campus Testing Center.
https://www.forsythtech.edu/files/cce/minor-form_CareerAndCollegeReadiness_v1.4_020123.pdfGED scores are generally available in your GED account within 24 hours of taking the test.
The minimum passing score on each GED subtest is 145. For information on GED scoring requirements and what those scores mean, click here
About ScoresForsyth Tech Testing Center is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
Strickland building
Room 2551