General Educational Development test, a high school equivalency exam. Allows people who didn't complete traditional high school to earn a credential equivalent to a diploma.
Acronym for 'General Educational Development', created in 1942 for World War II veterans returning without high school diplomas. The program expanded to serve broader populations seeking educational credentials.
The GED was originally designed for WWII veterans who had left school to serve their country. Today, about 1 in 7 high school credentials in the US is a GED, helping millions of adults continue their education and career advancement.
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