New Hampshire

FAQs for Earning a GED® in New Hampshire

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You must be 18 years old to test in New Hampshire.

Age Exceptions for testing:

16 and 17 year olds must:

  1. Download the New Hampshire Age Waiver
  2. Take the GED Ready and score Green (145+)
  3. Have permission from your Superintendent/designees – Home Education students must have permission from the participating agency.
  4. Have consent from a parent or legal guardian
  5. Fax completed form to the Bureau of Adult Education at (603) 271-3454

The expectation is that the test taker will remain enrolled in school until he/she earns a high school equivalency certificate.

For those testing on the Online Exam:

  • Minimum age for testing Online in New Hampshire is 18.

The expectation is that the test taker will remain enrolled in school until he/she earns a high school equivalency certificate.

For those testing on the Online Exam:

  • Minimum age for testing Online in New Hampshire is 18.

Yes, there is a residency requirement to take the test in New Hampshire.

Some states allow people who don’t live there to take the GED® test and others don’t. You’ll need to check the residency requirement for the state that you’re interested to test in. Please be aware that the high school equivalency certificate will be issued by the state in which the test was completed, not in New Hampshire.

No, New Hampshire doesn’t require you to prepare for the GED® test in an adult education classroom, but it is recommended.

Any test taker under the age of 18 must demonstrate the ability to pass the exam on the GED Ready practice test. It is not required at the state level for test takers who are 18 or over. Some test centers may require a practice test.

  • Images of your face, ID and home (where you are testing) will be collected on test day and stored temporarily
  • A Test Proctor will be watching you the entire time you are taking the online test at home to ensure test security and your academic honor. 
  • When testing at home, you can get technical assistance by chat or phone on test day.  You agree that no tech support person will ever remotely access your computer to resolve a technical issue. 

How to Get a GED® in New Hampshire

Earning your GED®in New Hampshire is an excellent way to reach your personal goals, pursue higher education opportunities, expand your career options, and increase your earning potential.

Whether you’re just starting your GED® journey or ready for the official exam, GED.com is here to help. We’re your trusted partner in preparing for a New Hampshire GED, providing comprehensive study guides, New Hampshire GED® practice tests, goal tracking, and much more.

Creating Your Online Account

If you want to pursue your GED® in New Hampshire, creating your free GED.com account should be your first step. An online account makes tracking your GED® progress easy, finding classes and testing centers, accessing informative study guides, and much more. Signing up for an account is simple, fast, and only requires a few essential pieces of information, including:

  • Your full name
  • Your contact information, including phone number and address
  • Your email address and a designated password for your GED.com account

Classes and Testing Centers Near You

While you can’t earn your GED® online in New Hampshire, GED.com makes it easy to find GED® classes and testing centers in your area. After signing in to your GED.com account, you can search for classes and testing centers near you or use another address or zip code to broaden your search. Enrolling in an in-person class for your New Hampshire GED® offers many benefits, including:

  • Fewer Distractions: In-person classes provide a focused learning environment where you can study for your GED® exam without excessive noise, other obligations, and slower internet connections, helping you focus on your goals and commitment to success.
  • Structured Learning Environment: Do you learn better with a set schedule? In-person classes have set start and end times and dates, offering more structure and engagement with your studies.
  • Interactions with Teachers and Peers: In-person learning environments help provide faster answers to questions, receive clarifications and real-time feedback, and study in an environment focused on a mutual goal.

Ready to Earn Your GED® in New Hampshire?

Are you ready to enroll in a class, take the official GED® exam, and earn your GED® in New Hampshire? Let GED.com be your trusted companion along the way. Explore GED® classes in your area, or schedule your GED® test now.