To take the GED in Oregon, you must be at least 18, or 16 with approval. It costs $44 per subject at a test center, and online testing costs $44 per subject. You do not have to live in Oregon to test. Confirm on GED.com before you book.
Key facts
Standard age (16 with approval): 18
Test center, per subject: $44
Online, per subject: $44
Residency required: No
How much does the GED cost in Oregon?
At a test center, the GED costs $44 per subject in Oregon.
Online, it costs $44 per subject.
A discounted retake at a test center costs $10 per subject.
We did not find a state program that pays the test fee.
More detail: A discounted in-person retake costs a $10 test center fee. Online retakes cost $44.
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 Oregon?
The standard minimum age to take the GED in Oregon is 18.
Younger people may be able to test from age 16 with approval.
Rules for younger test takers: At 16 or 17 you can test if you are in a GED Option Program, have parent permission, are emancipated, or are married. A parent submits the state consent form, and approval takes up to 5 business days. Online, 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 Oregon to take the GED?
No. You do not have to live in Oregon to take the GED there.
You do not need to live in Oregon to test there.
Can you take the GED online in Oregon?
Yes. Online testing from home is available in Oregon for $44 per subject.
Details: Online testing is open from age 16. You need a green GED Ready score within the last 60 days 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 Oregon?
In Oregon: 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 Oregon require?
Oregon 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 Oregon?
When you pass, Oregon issues the Certificate of High School Equivalency.
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 Oregon rules?
Check two places before you book: the Oregon state agency and the Oregon page on GED.com. When they disagree, ask the state agency.
"You must be 18 years old to test in Oregon." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"You can be 16/17 and take the test if at least one of the following apply: … Are enrolled in a GED Option Program … Have parent/guardian permission … Are an emancipated minor … Are married" (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"Parent/Guardian should begin by downloading the "Parental/Guardian Consent Form for Oregon GED® Testing for 16-17-year-olds."" (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"The Alternative Education Specialist will review and approve the "Parental/Guardian Consent Form for Oregon GED® Testing for 16-17-year-olds" within 5 business days." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"You do not need to be a resident to test in Oregon." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"Yes, you're required to take the GED Ready® practice test before taking the official GED® test online." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"Oregon charges $44 per subject for the GED® test at a Test Center." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"Oregon charges $44 per subject for the GED® test taken online" (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"In Oregon, 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/oregon.html)
"*In Oregon, there is a $10 test center fee for GED® test retakes." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"The Online Proctored Exam costs $44 for a retake in Oregon. Discounted retakes are not offered on the Online Proctored Exam." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"In Oregon the credential is called the Certificate of High School Equivalency." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"Before you can schedule an online test, you must score "Green" on the GED Ready practice test within the last 60 days." (https://www.ged.com/state-information-online-testing.html)
"The Oregon High School Equivalency Program oversees the GED® test preparation, instruction, and the testing process in Oregon." (https://www.oregon.gov/highered/about/community-colleges-workforce-development/pages/hs-equivalency.aspx)
"Oregon GED Option Program for Oregon students ages 16-17" (https://www.oregon.gov/highered/about/community-colleges-workforce-development/pages/hs-equivalency.aspx)
"The Online Proctored Exam allows for one retake before a 60 day waiting period." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"You will receive one discounted … retake for every GED® test subject you purchase but don't pass. You have 365 days after your full price test to use this retake. … GED Testing Service waives its $34 testing fee" (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"There's no limit to how many times you can test in a year." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"This form can be obtained from the Oregon Department of Education's GED Options website." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"After completing and signing the consent form please submit the form via this Smartsheet link." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"The Alternative Education Specialist will lift the "Authorized to test" hold" (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"No, Oregon doesn't require you to prepare for the GED® test in an adult education classroom." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
"Yes, in Oregon, you can take the GED® Test in English or Spanish and you can combine the two languages to earn your credential." (https://www.ged.com/policies/oregon.html)
Questions and answers
How much does the GED cost in Oregon? It costs $44 per subject at a test center. Online it costs $44 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 Oregon? The standard minimum age is 18. People as young as 16 may test with approval, such as a waiver and parent consent.
Can I take the GED online in Oregon? 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 Oregon to take the GED? No. Oregon does not require residency to take the GED. Check the residency section for any conditions on the credential.
What happens if I fail a GED subject in Oregon? 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.
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