For many people, obtaining a GED credential is their first step to a promising career, or in achieving higher education. The state of Mississippi offers the GED exam for all residents who are planning to earn a certificate; get in the know with the MS GED with the following information.

The five-section GED test is comprised of items which cover five high school subjects, normally instructed in all secondary schools across the state; these include Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies. Reading and Writing Sections in the Language Arts are covered as well. Majority of the items in the exam follow a multiple-choice format, except for the second part of the Writing section in the Language Arts. Here you will be required to come up with an essay within 45 minutes. The 50-item Mathematics section also includes ten items in alternative-question format. You are given a maximum time allotment of seven and a half hours to complete the exam.

The scores which you may obtain from the GED test range between 200 and 800 for each section. You have to meet a minimum score of 410 on each of the five sections in order to pass the test; an average score of not lower than 450 for the entire exam is also required.

You may be eligible to take the Mississippi GED if you meet the following basic requirements, as provided by the state’s online GED site, colin.edu/gedonline; you must be aged 18 years old and above; you have not been matriculated in any secondary school, public or private, within the last three months (or your freshman batch has already graduated); you reside within the state; and you have to pay an upfront fee of 40 dollars upon registration. Some of these rules may be waved in special circumstances; get in touch with your closest testing center for further details.

Testing centers within the state usually vary in their requirements, so your local testing center may be the best resource for information on registration details. The Mississippi GED’s online site provides a thorough list of testing centers, at colin.edu/gedonline/TestCenters.htm. The basic cost for taking the exam amounts to $40, excluding extra expenses which the registration process may require.

Preparation methods for the exam can easily accommodate your needs and schedule, and can be done in three ways. You can study independently; this is convenient if you have a tough personal or work schedule, since you can learn at your own pace. You can find study materials at a community library, a bookstore, and even online. Preparation classes are more structured, and the qualified instructor will be able to efficiently guide you through the test preparation. Such classes are offered for free either at your local testing center, or at adult education centers near you. Your local community college may also offer preparation classes for the GED, so there are plenty of venues for you to choose from. Finally, you can take an online prep course, through the MI GED’s online site. Visit colin.edu/gedonline for more details.