High School Equivalency/GED
Congratulations! You are taking one of the most important steps of your life earning your GED (General Equivalency Diploma) credential! Millions of people like you have taken the GED to get a better job, continue their education, or to feel better about themselves. The GED tests measure your knowledge and academic skills against those of today's traditional high school graduates.
Even better news, the GED fee is now being waived if you work with your local Gateway/KYAE office!
Preparation
For GED classes and any questions you may have leading up to the GED, please call (859) 442-1695 or email Gina DeWard.
Locations
Gateway Adult Education is here to help you.
- Earn a GED credential
- Prepare for college
- Increase employable skills
- Learn English as second language
Address
500 Technology Way
Florence, KY 41042
Directions to Boone County Location
Phone
(859) 442-1695
Gateway Adult Education is here to help you.
- Earn a GED credential
- Prepare for college
- Increase employable skills
- Learn English as second language
Address
NKU Grant county campus
390 N Main Street
Williamstown, KY 41097
Directions to Grant County Location
Phone:
(859) 412-7635
Email:
joanna.surgener@kctcs.edu
Gateway Adult Education is here to help you.
- Prepare for college
- Increase employable skills
- Learn English as second language
We have numerous locations throughout Kenton County for your convenience.
Address
516 Madison Ave.
Covington, KY 41011
Directions to Kenton County Location
Phone
(859) 442-1616
(859) 442-1166
Gateway Adult Education is here to help you.
- Prepare for college
- Increase employable skills
- Learn English as second language
Address
Owen County Library
1370 Highway 22
Owenton, KY 40359
Directions to Owen County Location
Phone
(859) 412-7635
Gateway Adult Education is here to help you.
- Prepare for college
- Increase employable skills
- Learn English as second language
Address
Pendleton County Library
801 Robbins Ave.
Falmouth, KY 41040
Directions to Pendleton County Location
Phone
(859) 412-7635
Yes, Gateway recognizes your scores on the GED® Test! The GED® College Ready + Credit designation is awarded for scores in the highest performance level (175–200) on any of the four GED® subject tests: Reasoning Through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, or Social Studies.
This score demonstrates that you have not only mastered high school content but have also shown readiness for college-level coursework. Gateway awards college credit based on these scores. This saves you time and money as you move toward your degree!
You can be awarded the following credits based on your scores in the subject areas:
| GED® Test | Score | Credits Awarded | General Education Category | Courses Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical | 175 – 200 | 3 | College-Level Math | TRN 140 Math Gen Ed |
| Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA) | 175 – 200 | 1 | Humanities | TRN 110 Humanities Gen Ed |
| Science | 175 – 200 | 3 | Natural Science (Lecture) | TRN 130 Science Gen Ed |
| Social Studies | 175 – 200 | 3 | Social Behavioral Science | TRN 120 Social/Behavioral Science Gen Ed |
These credits fulfill General Education requirements – you can talk with our admissions and advising teams to learn more about how to build your academic plan around these credits.
