Use the following link to access information on the GED test provided by the American Council on Education (ACE), which sponsors the national GED Program: GED - ACE Info .
Taking the GED at Bucks
As of February 2012, pre-registration will be required before taking the GED for the first time.
Retesters and those who are continuing or completing the test battery, will call the GED information and appointment line at 215-968-8065. An appointment for the exam/s will be able to be made on the phone. The $15 fee per test will be paid on the day of the first exam they are taking.
You must take all 5 GED Subject Tests before re-taking any one of them. It is best to arrive for your test 30 minutes before your scheduled start time. The non-refundable fee is $15 for each test to be taken (cash, or MO made payable to BCCC-no checks). The State recommends waiting 90 days before re-taking the GED. If it has been less than 30 days, you will need permission to test from the Chief GED Examiner at Bucks County Community College.
**Note: As of February 2012 the new fee for the Full GED will be $75. The new fee for retaking the GED will be $15 per Subject Test being taken. (No checks. Cash-bring exact change-or money order made out to BCCC). Come promptly at scheduled start times, or you may not be admitted.
Required Identification (ID) for ALL GED Sessions at Bucks
You must prove you are a Pennsylvania resident and bring your social security number. You must present one form of current government issued ID with your photo (drivers license or non-drivers ID, which will also demonstrate Pennsylvanian residency). These are State requirements. You will not be admitted without the required identification. No exceptions!
If You are 16 or 17 Years of Age
You must not be enrolled in High School and you must bring:
If you are 16 or 17, you will not be admitted to test if you do not have these two documents and the proper ID (see above). Individuals under 16 years of age are not permitted to take the GED.
Documented Disability
If you have a documented disability you may be eligible for accommodations. Request application forms from the Bucks Testing Center, Rollins Center, Room 100 or call 215-968-8466.
GED Preparation
For information on GED Preparation offered at Bucks call 215-504-8610.
Late Arrival
Session start times are strictly enforced. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time to register or test. The doors close for all sessions promptly at the scheduled start time. You may not be admitted if you arrive even a few minutes late.















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