To take the GED in North Dakota, you must be at least 16. It costs $36 per subject at a test center, and online testing costs $36 per subject. You do not have to live in North Dakota to test. Free or subsidized testing is available for some residents. Confirm on GED.com before you book.
Key facts
Minimum age: 16
Test center, per subject: $36
Online, per subject: $36
Residency required: No
How much does the GED cost in North Dakota?
At a test center, the GED costs $36 per subject in North Dakota.
Online, it costs $36 per subject.
A discounted retake at a test center costs $10 per subject.
Free or subsidized testing: yes, for some residents. If you are actively enrolled in state-sponsored adult education, a Bank of North Dakota program pays for your first and last tests (passed tests only).
More detail: A discounted in-person retake costs a $10 test center fee. Online retakes cost $36. Instruction is free at Adult Learning Centers.
At US test centers, GED Testing Service waives its fee on retakes of a failed subject (up to two discounted retakes, used within 12 months). State and test-center fees may still apply. Online retakes are not discounted.
How old do you have to be to take the GED in North Dakota?
The standard minimum age to take the GED in North Dakota is 16.
Rules for younger test takers: The minimum age is 16, with no exceptions below 16. If you test online as an underage test-taker, a parent must attend check-in.
The minimum age to test online is 16.
Nationally, GED Testing Service says test takers must be at least 16 and not enrolled in an accredited high school. Each state adds its own rules.
Do you have to live in North Dakota to take the GED?
No. You do not have to live in North Dakota to take the GED there.
Can you take the GED online in North Dakota?
Yes. Online testing from home is available in North Dakota for $36 per subject.
Details: Online testing is open from age 16. You need a green GED Ready score before you schedule.
Some students who test at home say working math on an on-screen whiteboard feels slow, so some choose a test center for Math. Practice your scratch work on screen if you plan to test online.
To test online, GED.com requires:
A computer with a webcam and reliable internet.
A "green" GED Ready score (Likely to Pass) within the last 60 days, for each subject you want to test online.
A private room with a closed door, and a government-issued photo ID.
You must be in the United States while you test.
What are the GED retake rules in North Dakota?
In North Dakota: In person, no wait for your first two retakes; after three attempts, wait 60 days. Online, you get one retake before a 60-day wait.
The national rule from GED Testing Service: at a test center, you can retake a subject you did not pass two times with no waiting period. After a third or later attempt, you wait 60 days. Online, you get one retake before a 60-day wait. State rules can be stricter, and they come first.
If you miss by a few points, you keep the subjects you passed and retake only the one you missed. Review the topics from your score report before you book again.
What else does North Dakota require?
North Dakota does not require GED Ready to book at a test center. You do need a green GED Ready score to test online. Taking it anyway is a good way to check that you are ready.
Bring a non-expired, government-issued photo ID on test day (GED.com).
What is the GED credential called in North Dakota?
When you pass, North Dakota issues the GED High School Diploma.
To pass, you need a score of 145 or higher on each of the four subjects: Math, Reasoning Through Language Arts, Science and Social Studies (GED.com).
Where can you check the official North Dakota rules?
Check two places before you book: the North Dakota state agency and the North Dakota page on GED.com. When they disagree, ask the state agency.
"You must be 16 years old to test in North Dakota." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"There are no exceptions for underage test-takers in North Dakota." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"No, there is no residency requirement to take the test in North Dakota." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"North Dakota charges $36 per subject for the GED® test at a Test Center." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"North Dakota charges $36 per subject for the GED ® test taken online" (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"*In North Dakota, there is a $10 test center fee for GED® test retakes." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"The Online Proctored Exam costs $36 for a retake in North Dakota." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"In North Dakota, there is no waiting period for your first two retakes. After taking a test subject 3 times, you’ll have to wait 60 days before retesting." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"Yes, you are required to take the GED Ready ® practice test before taking the official GED ® test online." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"In North Dakota, the credential is called the GED ® High School Diploma." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"The minimum age for enrollment and testing in North Dakota is sixteen (16)." (https://www.nd.gov/dpi/education-programs/adult-education-ged/ged-testing)
"Each of the four GED® exams costs $36." (https://www.nd.gov/dpi/education-programs/adult-education-ged/ged-testing)
"Bank of North Dakota runs a program for actively enrolled students attending and utilizing state-sponsored Adult Education services." (https://www.nd.gov/dpi/education-programs/adult-education-ged/ged-testing)
"This program will reimburse or pay for the first and last assessments (passed assessments only)." (https://www.nd.gov/dpi/education-programs/adult-education-ged/ged-testing)
"There is a $2 processing fee for a copy of your transcript and/or $10 fee for a duplicate certificate." (https://www.nd.gov/dpi/education-programs/adult-education-ged/ged-testing)
"The North Dakota GED® High School Diploma is based upon the successful completion of four exams" (https://www.nd.gov/dpi/education-programs/adult-education-ged/ged-testing)
"A parent or guardian must be present at the pre-test check-in to give consent and authorize the underage tester to be recorded during testing." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"The Online Proctored Exam allows for one retake before a 60 day waiting period." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"There’s no limit to how many times you can test in a year." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"No, North Dakota doesn’t require you to prepare for the GED ® test in an adult education classroom." (https://www.ged.com/policies/north-dakota-3.html)
"This does not include students just registering for the GED Test or utilizing the GED Testing Center." (https://www.nd.gov/dpi/education-programs/adult-education-ged/ged-testing)
"Instruction towards the GED® is free and available at the Adult Learning Centers" (https://www.nd.gov/dpi/education-programs/adult-education-ged/ged-testing)
Questions and answers
How much does the GED cost in North Dakota? It costs $36 per subject at a test center. Online it costs $36 per subject. These are official fees checked October 26, 2026. Confirm on GED.com before you book.
How old do you have to be to take the GED in North Dakota? The standard minimum age is 16.
Can I take the GED online in North Dakota? Yes. You need a computer with a webcam, reliable internet, a private room and a green GED Ready score within the last 60 days for each subject.
Do I have to live in North Dakota to take the GED? No. North Dakota does not require residency to take the GED. Check the residency section for any conditions on the credential.
Can I take the GED for free in North Dakota? Yes, for some residents. If you are actively enrolled in state-sponsored adult education, a Bank of North Dakota program pays for your first and last tests (passed tests only). Programs have conditions and funding can run out, so confirm before you book.
What happens if I fail a GED subject in North Dakota? You only retake the subject you did not pass. In person, no wait for your first two retakes; after three attempts, wait 60 days. Online, you get one retake before a 60-day wait.
Data notes
Rules and fees change. Always confirm on GED.com and with your state agency before you book. We checked this data on October 26, 2026.
How we collected it: Each state's GED Testing Service policy page and GED.com's online-testing table, cross-checked against the state education or adult-education agency. Every value is backed by a quote saved from an official page. Where sources disagree, the conflict is listed in plain words with the value we show. Official test fees only; confirm on GED.com before you book.
Next steps
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