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HiSET Requirements

HiSET Requirements

HiSET students of all ​ages must be prepared to present a valid government-issued picture ID (e.g., driver's license, state ID, passport) at each official testing session.

Eligibility Documents

IMPORTANT – due to recent federal changes, to register for HiSET classes, students must provide eligibility documentation.

Accepted documents include:

  • Real ID (ID with gold star in the right corner)
  • US Passport, US Passport Card, Naturalization Certificate
  • US Birth Certificate
  • Green Card (Form I-551)
  • I-94 form with code “RE” + photo ID
  • I-94 form with code “AS” + photo ID
  • I-94 form marked “Parole”, valid for greater than or equal to one year + photo ID
  • USCIS Notice/Letter Of Approval + photo ID
  • Prima Facie Determination + photo ID

For more information about accepted documentation, please click here. 

Questions 
If you have questions about the registration process, including questions around eligibility and documentation, please contact us!

DMACC HiSET Office
Urban Campus, Building 5
Phone: 515-697-7815
Email: urbanhiset@dmacc.edu

Other Required Documentation:

If you are 18 years old:
  1. Present an official statement from your high school confirming that you are no longer enrolled.
  2. Present a copy of your most recent high school transcript for verification of graduation date.
  3. Be prepared to present a valid government-issued picture ID (e.g., driver's license, state ID, passport) at each official testing session.

If you are 17 years old:
  1. Present an official statement from your high school confirming that you are no longer enrolled or a letter from a government-sponsored program for out-of-school youth.
  2. Present a copy of your most recent high school transcript for verification of graduation date.
  3. Present a note of consent from a parent or guardian (except those who are married, divorced, or have a dependent).
  4. Be prepared to present a valid government-issued picture ID (e.g., driver's license, state ID, passport) at each official testing session.

If you are 16 years old:

You must present a copy of your court order. If you do not have a court order, please contact our program and we will help you determine your options!

If you are Home Schooled:
  1. If you are 17 years old, you will need a letter from a parent stating that your education is home-based.
  2. If no transcript is provided, the diploma is issued at age 18.
  3. Be prepared to present a valid government-issued picture ID (e.g., driver's license, state ID, passport) at each official testing session.​

Diplomas:
  1. Diplomas and transcripts are issued to students through DiplomaSender.com. ​Upon the first request, students are issued these documents free of charge. Subsequent requests will cost $15/document.
  2. Students who successfully complete their 5 official tests prior to turning 18 will be awarded their diploma with their graduating class.​