Can I Get Into College With A GED?

So you had a few rough patches in high school, now you're wondering if you can ever fully recover. Can I even get into college with a GED, you ask? Sure you can. Don't let that small period in your life define who you are. Give yourself another shot by pursuing a college education after getting your GED.

What do I need to do? I'll tell you...

First, you have to research the various schools that you're interested in to see if they accept GED applicants. I'd recommend calling or emailing the admissions office to try to get a hold of this information. Some of the competitive colleges may or may not accept GED applicants, but there are still a ton of options out there.

If you're having trouble finding a school, try state colleges and universities. They are usually more open to accepting GED applicants. If you stick to tier 3 or tier 4 colleges, you will have a higher chance at getting accepted.

Lastly, if none of these options work, you should be able to attend any community college. After spending a few years at a junior college, you will have proven yourself to be just as dedicated and capable as any high school graduate. At this point, you should have no problem getting accepted into a four-year college or university.

Here are some other things to keep in mind. Most colleges that do accept GED applicants will require additional information. For example, you still may need to take the SAT and/or ACT or you may be required to have additional letters of recommendation or write additional essays.

Also, nowadays, most employers really do consider a GED as being equivalent to a high school diploma so there is no reason for you to feel inferior to any of your college classmates.

You should also know that there are scholarships available that are specifically for GED students. They are a little bit harder to find, but they do exist.

Still wondering: Can I get into college with a GED? No? Okay, great...now go get started on those college application!

Good luck to you!