Listing GED as High School on a Job Application

I completed my GED and I'm filling out a job application that asks for high school details. How should I list my GED to make sure it's accurately represented but still competitive?

When filling out your job application, where it asks for high school name, you can write "State Certified High School Equivalency" or "General Educational Development (GED)" instead of a high school name. In many places, you can even write the name of the institution or center where you took the GED exams.

For graduation date, use the date you received your GED. If there's a spot for GPA, you can leave it blank, as the GED doesn't include a GPA. However, if you scored particularly well on the GED exam (the top score is typically 200, with passing being 145), you can note that in an additional information section if there is one.

In future job interviews, you could express that earning your GED shows persistence, self-motivation, and the ability to overcome challenges – all valuable skills in a work environment. You studied independently for the GED, which shows self-discipline and dedication.

Remember, the GED is considered equivalent to a high school diploma, and in many cases, employers focus more on work experience, job skills, and potential fit rather than the type of high school credential you earned. You have an equivalent high school education and that's what truly matters. Good luck on your application!