Assessment & Testing Center

• Familiarize yourself with the format of the COMPASS assessment by going online and try some sample questions.
• For the writing portion of the COMPASS try these practice writing exams.
• There are also multiple copies of the book “Chart your success on the COMPASS test” available for check out in the Holman Library. The call number is 378.1662 C734c 2006
• If you feel you need some practice before taking the math section of the COMPASS, try our Sample Entrance Exams. Here you will find problems pertinent to each of our math class levels (Math 070, Math 072, Math 097, Math 102, and Math 124). Please note that each Entrance Exam Sample contains prerequisite material for that course. For example, the Math 070 Entrance Exam Sample includes topics covered in courses prior to Math 70.

1. Go to the Testing Center (see the locations and hours listed below). Be sure to bring picture ID.
2. Fill out an application for admission ($10 non-refundable fee).
3. Pay the $20.00 fee to take the COMPASS. You will be able to pay the fee at the Testing Center.
4. Take COMPASS. This assessment is not timed but allow 1.5 to 2 hours to complete.
5. Receive your scores. Upon completion of the COMPASS you will be connected with an entry advisor to receive your scores and learn about your next steps.

Reassessment: If you think your COMPASS placement scores do not accurately reflect your academic ability, you may retake COMPASS. You will be required to pay the fee again. The retake fee is $10.00 per section/$20.00 maximum charge.

You may take COMPASS at any of our 3 campus locations:

Main Campus: (drop-ins are welcome)

Kent Campus:

Enumclaw Campus:

Green River Community College is a testing center certified to administer the GED test through the GED Testing Service of the American Council on Education. Individuals 16 years of age or older may earn a certificate of educational competency with a satisfactory score on the General Educational Development test. Arrangements for taking the test may be made through the Testing Center. If you have a disability that requires special accommodations, please contact Disability support services at 253-833-9111 ext. 2631.

GED Test preparation courses

Classes are offered for people who want to master the skills required in reading, writing, math, science and social studies to pass the GED exam.

• Classes are held on our main campus and other off-campus locations.
• Students between 16 and 19 years old must get a Release of Student form from their high school before they can register for these classes.
• There is a $25 tuition fee for ABE/GED classes. Tuitions waivers are available for those who qualify.

To enroll in GED preparation courses you will need to take the CASAS assessment which takes approximately 2 1/2 hours.

Contact Information

Call, 253-833-9111 ext. 2315 or contact us by email.

1. If you are 16, 17, or 18 years old, obtain your "Request for Approval to Test" form.
2. Come to the Testing Center any Monday between 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.; bring your under-age waiver if required (above) and current, government-issued, picture ID (i.e. driver's license or passport).
3. Pay the $75 GED fee at the Testing Center.
4. The first time you come in you will have an orientation that takes approximately 20 minutes.

Note:  Should you require accommodations due to a documented Learning/Other Cognitive Disability, Physical/Chronic Health Disability, Emotional/Mental Health Disability or Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder please contact the Chief GED Examiner at (253) 833-9111 ext. 2651 or jcarmack@greenriver.edu prior to testing in order for paperwork to be filled out and processed.

You may take as many of the following tests as you wish in one day. Some people choose to take one test every Monday until completion; some take all five in one day.

• Language Arts: Writing (2 hours)
• Language Arts: Reading (65 minutes)
• Science (80 minutes)
• Social Studies (70 minutes)
• Math (90 minutes)

You must arrive at the Testing Center with sufficient time to complete your test of choice before the center closes. We will not let you start a test if there is not the fully allotted amount of time for that test remaining before we close.

Print off our GED summary sheets. 

• Getting Started with GED and ABE
• GED Preparation Resources
• GED Testing Information

You may come any time on the designated day during the following hours:

1. Please plan to arrive at the Testing Center with sufficient time to complete your test before the center closes. We will not give tests out 30 minutes prior to closing.
2. You must present picture ID to receive a test.
3. You must be prepared to provide the name of your instructor and the name of your class (i.e. Psychology 100).

You may come any time on the designated day during the following hours: