Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma - Announcing the New Test Starting January 2014

Sep 14, 2026

Announcement explains that Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma testing in Indiana will change in January 2014: the credential remains the same, but the assessment will be a comprehensive test developed by CTB/McGraw-Hill rather than the GED tests from GED Testing Service. The document details what stays consistent (credential name, subject areas, about seven hours, and required proficiency level), what differs (test name and transcript scoring scale), and the goal of aligning rigor to College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education.

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What will be the SAME? What will be DIFFERENT?

What stays the same

What will be different

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How you can help

Announcing the new Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma | High School Equivalency is changing in Indiana. Please help us spread the word.
Beginning in January of 2014, the Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma will be based on the completion of a comprehensive test developed by CTB/McGraw-Hill instead of the GED® tests from GED Testing Service.
What will be the SAME? What will be DIFFERENT? | | | | --- | --- | --- | | • The credential granted will still bethe Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma.
• The test will still assess math, reading, writing, science, and social studies
• The test will still take about 7 hours.
• Test-takers still need to demonstrate proficiency in subject matter tested atthe level of typical high school seniorsin the nation in order to pass. | •
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•• | The name of the test will be the Indiana High School Equivalency test.
Transcripts will show Indiana High School Equivalency test scores.
Standard scores on the transcript will be shown on a different scale.
The test will be a better indicator of a students’ readiness. The rigor of the test will gradually align to the College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education over the next three years, which will help students and educators stay focused on fundamentals while also gradually deepening the level of knowledge required. | | Background: | | | It is a new world in high school equivalency. This is the first time more than one high school equivalency test has been available to states. High school equivalency has always been based on state requirements, but most people have referred to “GED®” as the generic title. Now many states, including Indiana, have selected a new highschool equivalency test. How you can help: • An applicant with a passing score on the new Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma test is a qualified highschool equivalency graduate. • If it is possible, please change “GED” on your application forms to “High School Equivalency Diploma.” If forms can’t be changed at this time, please be sure that admissions staff and Human Resource officials understand that those who pass the Indiana High School Equivalency test have a legitimate high school equivalency credential. • If you have questions, contact [the Department of Workforce Development at adulted@dwd.in.gov or](the Department of Workforce Development at adulted@dwd.in.gov or)[ ](the Department of Workforce Development at adulted@dwd.in.gov or)[317-233-6480.](317-233-6480.) Thank you for helping Hoosiers of all ages take an important step toward success.

FAQs

When will Indiana replace the GED tests for the Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma?

Beginning in January 2014, the Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma will be based on a comprehensive test developed by CTB/McGraw-Hill rather than GED tests from GED Testing Service.

Which subjects are assessed in the new Indiana High School Equivalency test?

The test still assesses math, reading, writing, science, and social studies.

How can applicants and organizations help if forms still reference “GED”?

Applicants with a passing score are qualified high school equivalency graduates. If possible, change “GED” on application forms to “High School Equivalency Diploma”; otherwise, ensure admissions and Human Resource staff understand that passing the Indiana test provides a legitimate equivalency credential.

Sep 14, 2026

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