High School Diploma Equivalency (GED)

Our free GED program is intensive and structured, with classes meeting online five days a week for four house a day over 10 weeks. It’s designed for adult learners who want the tools to succeed and get their GED. 

Free GED Program in Chicago – 10 Weeks, English or Spanish, No Cost 

Earning your GED is one of the most practical things you can do for your future. At St. Augustine College, we offer FREE GED classes online for adults in both English and Spanish and take just 10 weeks to complete. Our innovative and intensive Chicago-based GED program prepares students for success with a strong college and career readiness component.

And for students who want to keep going, and find higher paying job opportunities? There’s a clear path into associate’s and bachelor’s degrees available for Spanish and English speakers. 

Illinois High School Diploma Information

  • U.S. Constitution Testing
  • Paid Practice Tests
  • Support Services to ensure students can complete the program and earn their Illinois High School Diploma
  • A FREE College class, as an incentive to transition to college, participants who complete the program are offered a free college class at St. Augustine College
A student receiving bilingual education.

What the Illinois High School Diploma Includes

Every student in the program gets access to: 

  • Preparation for all four GED subject areas (Reasoning through Language Arts, Mathematical Reasoning, Science, and Social Studies) 
  • U.S. Constitution Testing
  • Paid Practice Tests
  • Personalized tutoring 
  • Computer navigation skills training 
  • Job readiness workshops 
  • Scholarships covering 50% of Illinois GED testing fees
  • Support services to help you complete the program and earn you Illinois High School Equivalency Certificate 
  • A FREE College class at St. Augustine upon graduation.

Classes are available fully online in both English and Spanish. 

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From associates to bachelors degree

Who Can Enroll 

Our GED program is open to Illinois residents who meet the following requirements: 

    • 18 years of age or older
    • Computer required / Laptop or Desktop (SAC does not provide a computer for online classes)
    • Reliable Internet connection
  • IL Residents only

These are intermediate-level classes: Students must have a 9th-grade level in reading and a 7th-grade level in math.

If you’re not sure whether your skill level is fit, reach out and we can help you figure out the next step. 

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After Your GED - What Comes Next

Passing your GED opens doors. At St. Augustine, we’ve made sure one of those doors leads directly into college. 

Want to grow your career opportunities? Graduates from the GED program at St. Augustine have a FREE college-level class at St. Augustine College! Graduates can also transfer into one of our degree programs. Many students successfully transition into general education classes, paving the way for further academic and career achievements.

Our programs are built specifically for working adults and people returning to school, with flexible scheduling and real academic support along the way. 

Students who earn their associate’s degree here also have a clear path to a bachelor’s degree through Lewis University, meaning the decision you make when you register for online GED classes today can be the start of a journey that goes much further than you might expect. 

Where the path can take you: GED / Illinois High School Equivalency > Free College Class at St. Augustine > Associate’s Degree > Bachelor’s Degree (Lewis University) 

 

Degree Programs GED Graduates Commonly Enter 

Not sure what to study? Here are some of the programs our GED graduates most frequently go on to pursue: 

 

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FAQs

To get a GED in Illinois, you must complete the computer-based GED® exam, which covers four subject areas:

  • Reasoning through Language Arts (RLA)
  • Mathematical reasoning
  • Science
  • Social studies

The entire exam takes about 7.5 hours to complete. St. Augustine offers free GED classes for adults available to all Illinois residents. We offer our GED classes in Spanish and English to help you prepare for the exam.

For more detailed information about the GED® test in Illinois, including testing locations, fees, and policies, visit the Illinois GED® page or contact us to learn about how St. Augustine can help you get a GED for free and enroll you in college for free.

 

You’ll receive a free college course at St. Augustine. From there, you can enter one of our degre or credential programs, or take time to explore your options. Many students begin with general education courses and move into a degree program once they’ve found the field that fits. 

At St. Augustine, no. Our programs are open to all GED holders, and students who complete our GED program here are eligible to start college with a free course and no separate admissions hurdle to clear. 

Yes. All of St. Augustine’s associate’s degree programs accept GED holders. In fact, our college is specifically designed for working adults and returning students, many of whom start their college education directly after completing the GED program here. 

Ten weeks. Classes meet five days a week, four hours per day. It’s a serious commitment, and the structure is to ensure students who complete it are ready to pass. 

Start This Fall. Free GED Classes Now Enrolling

 

Fall classes at St. Augustine College at Lewis University begin in August. If you’ve been thinking about earning your high school equivalency, this is the enrollment window that makes sense to act on, before the semester fills.

Our free, 10-week GED program accepts all levels and offers classes in English and Spanish, morning and evening, so you can fit it around work and family.

And when you pass, your next step is already waiting: GED graduates receive a free college-level class at St. Augustine College at Lewis University, a first look at what earning a degree here actually feels like.

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High School Equivalency (GED) Contacts

Collegiate Advancement Opportunities

Want to grow your career opportunities? Graduates from the GED program at St. Augustine have a FREE college-level class at St. Augustine College! Graduates can also transfer into one of our degree programs. Many students successfully transition into general education classes, paving the way for further academic and career achievements. Reach out to our staff below to learn more:

 

Elvina Hargrave M.Ed

Director of Adult Education

St Augustine College

1345 W Argyle St. Chicago, Il 60640

E:ehargrave@lewisu.edu

P: 773-878-8756

 

Jasmine Guadarrama

Adult Education Coordinator

St Augustine College

1345 W Argyle St. Chicago, Il 60640

jguadarrama1@lewisu.edu

P: 773-878-8756