TxCHSE Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TxCHSE Exam?

The TxCHSE Exam is the online assessment for high school equivalency, formerly known as G.E.D.

How do I register for the TxCHSE exam?

• Set up a  MyGED account at www.GED.com.
• An email address will be required for this step. If you don not have one, you can create one on the GED website.
• Complete the demographic questions
• Provide additional documentation (if necessary)
• Schedule one test or multiple tests
• Select your testing location (if your preferred testing location isn’t displayed, click “Display more test centers”)
• Select a appointment time and date
• Pay for your appointment

Will testers still be able to take one test at a time on different dates?

• Yes. Test-takers can test on what they want, when they want, and where they want. This way they feel prepared every time.

What are the passing score requirements to earn a State of Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency?

Each GED test module is scored from 100-200 points. A student must score at least 145 on each of the four modules, 580 out of 800 points, to get the minimum passing grade. Students need to pass every subject individually.

• Passing/High School Equivalency – 145 – 164
• College Ready – 165 – 174
• College Ready + Credit – 175  – 200

When will I receive my scores?

You will receive an email letting you know when you can review your Score Report.  Typically, you will receive this email within one business day.  Log back in to www.GED.com and click on “My Scores” tab or “Get your Scores” in the MyGED dashboard.  Click on “Review Details” to see your Score Report.

How will I receive my initial Certificate of High School Equivalency with scores?

Scores are typically available within three days. Certificates are issued approximately three business days after the final computer-based test. TEA will email the initial certificate in a PDF file to the email address used to register for the exams.

How do I get a duplicate copy of my Certificate of High School Equivalency with scores?

Obtain a printable PDF containing your TxCHSE certificate and test scores by visiting  TxCHSE Certificate/Transcript Search.  The mandatory fee is $5.00 and can be paid by a credit card.  The certificate must be printed during this transaction.

 Can I take the exams in more than one language in Texas?

Yes.  Beginning with the 2014 series, the test-taker will be able to choose the language for each individual exam.  As long as the minimum passing scores are achieved for each content area, a credential can be earned with both languages combined.  The new certificate will note in which language each content area was taken.

Age Requirements :  A person must be at least 18 years old. The following are also eligible:

A person who is at least 17 years old and is not enrolled in school may test with signed parental permission. If a person is married, in the military, or have otherwise legally served the parental relationship they are not required to present written parental or guardian permission.

A person who is at least 16 years old and has been ordered by a justice or municipal court to take the TxCHSE exam.

Additional forms are required for 16 and 17 year old candidates. These forms can be downloaded during registration. Please allow extra time for these forms to be submitted to Texas Education Agency. You cannot register for an exam until these forms have been approved.

Accommodation forms can also be downloaded during the registration process. Please allow extra time for an accommodation request to be submitted and approved.

What is the cost of the Computer Based Test?

• The four content areas cost $36.25 each, for a total cost of $145.00.  If an exam is failed, the test-taker can retake the exam two times for $16.25 within twelve months of the original failed attempt.  After the first three attempts, the test-taker will have to wait an additional 60 days to retake the exam at the full price of $36.25.   Northeast Texas Community College CAN NOT accept payment for the test.

There will be four areas on the exam: Reasoning through Language Arts - which will combine the current Reading and Writing components/ Mathematical Reasoning / Science/ and Social Studies. Each exam will be timed.