High School Completion and GED Program Comparison
Age
| HS+ Diploma | Adult HS | EdCAP | GED® |
|---|---|---|---|
| over 18 | 17 and older | 16-21 | 16 and older |
Cost
| HS+ Diploma | Adult HS | EdCAP | GED® |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25 per quarter | 17-18, college tuition; 19 and older, reduced tuition for Washington residents. | None | $25 per quarter; $30 per test. |
Outcome and Provider
| HS+ Diploma | Adult HS | EdCAP | GED® |
|---|---|---|---|
| High school diploma issued by Edmonds College. | High school diploma issued by Edmonds College. | High school diploma issued by Edmonds School District. | GED diploma: issued by Washington state. |
Requirements
| HS+ Diploma | Adult HS | EdCAP | GED® |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio course to assess high school competencies met. Prior transcripts evaluated. | 19-24 high school credits plus other graduation requirements. Prior transcripts evaluated. | 22 high school credits plus other graduation requirements. Prior transcripts evaluated. | High school release required for those under 19. |
Notes
| HS+ Diploma | Adult HS | EdCAP | GED® |
|---|---|---|---|
| May earn college credit | May earn college credit | May earn college credit | N/A |