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Enroll in Our High School Equivalency Program

High School Equivalency (GED) Program Overview

Earn your high equivalency diploma by enrolling in our comprehensive GED program! Our program is designed for success. At the DAEC, students master one or two subjects at a time before moving on to others. This focused learning yields higher test scores and quicker completion.

The GED is a nationally recognized high school equivalency diploma. You must pass the following four subject computer-based tests in order to obtain your Colorado High School Equivalency Diploma: mathematical reasoning, reasoning through language arts, science and social studies.

We care about your next steps in life and our GED classes will help you get there. Our courses are designed to meet the needs of each individual student, so call us now and we’ll get you enrolled!

Special Note on GED Exams

Students who previously tested between 145 and 150 with a non-pass on a GED exam are now officially considered passers in that subject! GED Testing Service lowered the passing score from 150 to 145 in all 4 subjects, and these new lower pass scores are retroactive, starting January 1, 2014.

Please call us at 970.385.4354 for more information!

Who can enroll in High School Equivalency (HSE) classes?

Students who don’t have a high school diploma can begin studying for the GED test. Students must be at least 17 years or older to enroll in the HSE program.

New students will need to register for the HSE program in person. You will attend an orientation and take two assessments, one in math and one in reading. Contact us either by calling or stopping by our physical location to make an appointment for the orientation.

Durango Location
Office hours: Monday – Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 970-385-4354
Address: 701 Camino del Rio suite #301, Durango, CO 81301

Cortez Location
Office hours: Monday – Thursday by appointment only
Phone: 970-564-7004
Address: 10 West Main Street, Suite 110, Cortez, Colorado 81321

Classes are free and include all the instruction and materials necessary to complete the GED tests. Each of the four GED exams cost $43.50 for a total of $150.00. GED exams can be taken one at a time or in various combinations. Official GED practice tests are $6.99 each. Scholarships to cover testing fees are available for currently enrolled students.

Yes! More than ninety-five percent of colleges accept a High School Equivalency. All High School Equivalencies are eligible for financial aid.

All four GED exams are computer-based.

DURANGO CLASS TIMES – High School Equivalency (GED)

To register, please call to make an appointment. Before starting, all new High School Equivalency (or GED) students are assessed for class placement.

• Monday – Thursday
9:00am – 3:00pm
5:00pm – 8:00pm

• Onsite Childcare Monday – Thursday
5:00pm – 8:00pm

CORTEZ CLASS TIMES

         • Monday – Thursday
9:00am – 3:00pm

        • Onsite Childcare Monday – Thursday
9:00am – 3:00pm

Testing Schedule for GED Exams (Pearson Vue Test Center)

GED exams can be taken in our Pearson Vue computer testing room. You must register for exams at least 24 hours in advance. Testing is offered on select Fridays of each month, including Summer months. Click here for the Summer and Fall 2024 GED testing schedule.

Testing Fees:

• GED Ready Practice Test: $6.99

• GED Exam: $43.50/exam

• Exam Retake: $17.50/exam

Winter Closures

Durango

Please note that the Durango campus closes during winter weather when the Durango School District  closes. Check ahead of time to make sure we are open in severe winter weather.

Cortez 

Please note that the Cortez campus closes during winter weather when the Montezuma-Cortez School District  closes. Check ahead of time to make sure we are open in severe winter weather.

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