The Massachusetts High School Equivalency (HSE) Credential is accepted by virtually all colleges, universities, and employers in the United States as exactly equivalent to a high school diploma. In order to earn the credential, you must take and pass one of two assessments tests, either the ҷ© test or the ᾱ®. These tests are comparable in terms of cognitive complexity and rates of passing, but they vary in significant ways as well.
There are 4 basic steps you need to take to schedule a HSE testing appointment:
- First, prepare for the test. You may prepare at ϳԹ's Adult Learning Center (ALC), a local prep center, or prepare on your own.
- Second, make sure you meet the
- Create an account on either the or , locate a test center, and schedule your test.
Note: accommodations may be available for students with disabilities. The accommodations process varies slightly between HiSET and GED. Please at either HiSET or GED for more information on testing with disabilities - Arrive at the testing center on time on the date of your appointment. You must present
proper identification for each test session. Outdated or expired identification will
not be accepted. Failure to provide identification will prohibit you from taking the
test. The approved identification includes:
- A valid Passport
- A valid driver's license from any state
- A state-issued ID card
- National ID card
- Military ID card
What test should you take?
, including the costs for each.
For more details on the ҷ© test, go to .
For more details on the ᾱ®, go to .
Diplomas and Transcripts
Diploma Sender has access to all Massachusetts ҷ© and ᾱ® records and issues all HSE credentials, transcripts, and other verification documents for the Commonwealth.