GED and HiSET
The GED and HiSet exams are high school diploma equivalency exams for adults who have not completed high school. Both tests are accepted in place of a high school diploma by most employers and colleges, and both tests are acceptible means to earn your Massachusetts High School Equivalency Credential. Each exam involves extensive testing in math, science, language arts, and social studies. GED applicants complete their testing using a computer, while HiSet applicants have the option to complete their test on paper or on a computer.
To learn more about the two tests and find a testing center, visit the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's High School Equivalency (HSE) Testing Program webpage.