High School Diploma Programs
Get the skills you need to earn your high school diploma.
Howard Community College can give you the skills you need.
- Learn with other adults.
- Get help with reading, writing and math at a level that best fits your needs.
- Gain important computer skills.
Click on the options below to find out more information.
PLEASE NOTE: The information session planned for North Laurel classes on Monday, Feb. 11 has been canceled due to inclement weather. The remaining sessions for the week will be held as scheduled on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 14 at 5:30 p.m., and Friday, Feb. 15 at 9 a.m.
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GED Testing Preparation
How does it work?
Successfully pass all four GED exams:
- Reasoning Through Language Arts
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Science
- Social Studies
Credential Earned: Maryland High School Diploma
This option is best for a student who:
- Prefers classroom instruction
- Has strong timed test-taking skills
Preparation Courses and Costs- Basic and Intermediate Math $50
- Advanced Math $100
- Intermediate Language Arts $50
- Advanced Language Arts $100
For more information: Please call 443-518-4919.
RequirementsTo schedule the GED exams, you must be:- 17 years or older
- Officially withdrawn from high school
Diploma Costs: $11.25 per subject exam ($45 total)
If you're interested in taking the official GED practice test (GED Ready™), Click Here to view details on GED Exam Review and GED Exam Preparation.
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National External Diploma Program (NEDP)How does it work?Successfully create an electronic portfolio. Use the experience gained from work and life to show high school level skills while completing:
- Online tasks
- One-on-one, in-person assessments
Complete in six to 12 months after qualifying.
Credential Earned: Maryland High School Diploma
This option is best for a student who:
- Is self-motivated
- Has strong technology skills
Preparation Courses and Costs- NEDP Preparation Course: $50
For more information: Please call 443-518-4747.
RequirementsTo participate in NEDP, you must be:- 18 years or older
- Currently or recently employed
- Able to pass a reading, math, and writing assessment
(Sign up here!)
Diploma Costs: $200 (includes $180 in fees)
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Reading and Writing Courses
Adult Basic Education
Receive life skills-based instruction in reading, writing, and math. Free tuition; $50 resource fee.
Basic Language Arts
Build your foundational reading and writing skills. Free tuition; $50 resource fee.
Intermediate Language Arts
Build your critical reading and writing skills. Free tuition; $50 resource fee.
Advanced Language Arts
If you are preparing for the GEDR Test-Reasoning Through Language Arts (RLA), Science, and Social Studies, this course can help you learn how to analyze and interpret context- based texts as well as construct evidence-based writing. $100 tuition (includes $90 in fees).
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Math Courses
Basic Math
Study basic whole number operations and money. Free tuition; $50 resource fee.
GED Math for ESL A & B
Explore and learn math vocabulary needed to begin preparing for the GED. Topics include whole number operations, decimals, fractions, percentages, and word problems. $50 materials fee.
Intermediate Math
Discover fractions, decimals, percent, ratio, proportion, data analysis, and measurement. Free tuition; $50 resource fee.
Intermediate II Math
Explore signed numbers, one- and two-step equations, angles, triangles, Pythagorean Relationship, and solid geometry. Free tuition; $50 resource fee.
Advanced Math
If you are getting ready for the GED® Test-Mathematical Reasoning or if you have other educational goals, this course will provide instruction in algebra and geometry. $100 tuition (includes $90 in fees).
Extended Math for GED®
Reinforce the mathematical skills needed for success on the GED® Test–Mathematical Reasoning. Free tuition; $50 resource fee. -
High School Diploma Programs in North Laurel
Do you live or work in North Laurel? If so, you may want to attend an information/registration session to learn more about HCC’s high school diploma programs held in North Laurel.
You can start the process for next semester now by clicking here. Email northlaurelged@howardcc.edu or call 443-718-0103 for more information.
PLEASE NOTE: The information session planned for North Laurel classes on Monday, Feb. 11 has been canceled due to inclement weather. The remaining sessions for the week will be held as scheduled on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 14 at 5:30 p.m., and Friday, Feb. 15 at 9 a.m. -
Information Sessions
Are you curious about our high school diploma programs? Not quite ready to commit? Visit our main campus in Columbia to find out more about our program and ask questions in a relaxed setting.
- Learn about our program and classes
- See our classrooms
- Hear about our personalized registration and counseling process.
In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to ask questions about our high school completion programs, as well as our math and language arts classes.
Future Information Sessions will be announced in this space:
All information sessions are held in the Hickory Ridge Building on HCC’s main campus in Columbia. View HCC’s campus map for more information.
Call Michele at 443-518-4919 for information. We’re looking forward to meeting you!
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Please submit the form and we will be in touch soon!
Unless otherwise specified, winter/spring classes will run January 30 through April 30, 2019.
Hickory Ridge Building (HR), Room 100 Next to the West Garage (on the southwest corner of the HCC main campus)
Saturdays by appointment. Call 443-518-4919 or attend the following registration dates:
Thursday, January 10 at 10 a.m.
Wednesday, January 16 at 5:30 p.m.
Friday, January 18 at 10 a.m.
Wednesday, January 23 at 5:30 p.m.
If you have accommodations for testing, bring documentation to registration.
You can start the process for next semester and schedule online now by clicking here
You may also call 443-518-4919 for more information or email abe@howardcc.edu
Visit our website anytime for up-to-date program and course information: howardcc.edu/abe