What's the difference between a GED and HS diploma?

[Mike]

I was wondering if there is a difference, what do colleges look for? If I get my GED now I could still take some community college courses.
If you are in the IRC channel at all, you'll know that this is my Senior year of high school and new school 4 times bigger than my last one and I don't know if I will make it out of this year.

What's the difference between a GED and a diploma?
Thanks!

[Theophylact]

Check out the GED FAQ:

[Mike]

Thanks...I will read now!

[Brainchild]

the GED is where ya go to class in the PM with a bunch of people who don't speak english at all! Other than that,...well!
J/K

I would stay in school if at all possible. I quit, and have regretted it since.

that's my .02 cents

BC

[Gomer]

'bout 4 years of school =)

Anyway... If your higher education track includes a stint in junior or community college I don't think a GED will hurt at all. Most JC's and CC's are pretty liberal when it comes to acceptance. Especially if they consider your circumstances. If the new school is really creating a tough time for you I suggest you apply for and take the GED test while at the same time attending HS. That is if you can do that. I dunno if there are other pre-req's for getting a GED other than passing the test.

If you take it and pass it while in HS you can get started right away on your JC/CC career. If you were planning on a 4 year university a GED may hurt your chances.

[Mike]

What about a couple of years of CC and then transfer to a 4 year?

[vass0922]

yeah I agree with Gomer, if you're looking to go to a major university they may 'frown' upon you having GED and not a full high school diploma.
If you're just going into the job market, it also hurts because a high school diploma shows you're determined and you're willing to work for what you want.
Also shows that discipline is not as much of a factor...

[Mike]

pffft so what's going to have to happen is 8 months of hell? Ahhh well, never hurts to ask.

[Mntsnow]

as for your college question I always suggest a Jr or CC to atleast get your "generals" out of the way. Cheaper and less crowded. so basically get your associates degree at the jr or cc and then transfer to the big school.

[Mike]

That's what I was planning on doing Mntsnow. I was questioning whether or not a 4 year college would still look down upon a GED even after 2 years at a Jr or CC.