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GED Preparation

Students are not required to complete the GED prior to attending Butte College unless they want to receive financial aid and have not earned a high school diploma. There is a test available for students to meet this requirement which is administered through the Assessment Office.

If you are considering taking the GED, Butte College has a class to help you prepare for that test. For more information regarding the GED, download this PDF here

If you are trying to receive financial aid and do not have a high school diploma, click here for more information on meeting the Ability to Benifit requirement.