GED

The GED, or General Educational Development Test, is a test that certifies the taker has attained American or Canadian high school-level academic skills. To pass the GED, the test taker must perform in at least the 40th percentile of high school seniors nationwide, though individual states can set their own requirements for passing. Some states also require that students take an additional test showing an understanding of federal, state, and/or local government.

Famous GED recipients

• Wally Amos, founder of Famous Amos
• Augusten Burroughs, writer
• Ben Nighthorse Campbell, former U.S. Senator from Colorado
• Richard Carmona, 17th Surgeon General of the United States
• Aaron Carter, entertainer
• Michael Chang, professional tennis player
• Bill Cosby, actor, comedian, and television personality
• Jim Florio, New Jersey Governor 1990-1994
• Michael J. Fox, actor
• Paris Hilton, socialite
• D.L. Hughley, actor and comedian
• Waylon Jennings, singer and guitarist
• Kelly McGillis, actress
• Bonnie McKee, singer-songwriter
• Ruth Ann Minner, Governor of Delaware
• John Michael Montgomery, singer
• Danica Patrick, Indy Racing League driver
• Mary Lou Retton, medal-winning Olympic gymnast
• Chris Rock, comedian, who also parodied the GED as a "Good Enough Diploma" in his comedy special Bring the Pain.
• Jessica Simpson, entertainer
• Christian Slater, actor
• Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy's Restaurant
• Ron Turcotte, Triple Crown-winning jockey
• Mark Wahlberg, actor

In 1976, "Mr. Hooper", a character on the children's television series Sesame Street, received his GED.

Related Topics:
1976 - Mr. Hooper - Sesame Street

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