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GED Demographic Form

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A downloadable PDF version of these instructions is available by clicking here.

For GED Testers:

The GED Demographic Form is a method for GED test-takers to create their own record in The University of Texas at Austin (UT) GED database. The UT Scoring Center processes all GED tests for the state of Texas, and then sends the results to The Texas Education Agency (TEA). TEA issues GED score transcripts and certificates for Texas testers.

The GED Demographic Form gives the test-taker the power to create and change demographic information before testing to save time and ensure accurate information. It is very important that the demographic information you provide be accurate and legal. If not, your GED scores may never be released. If you have taken at least one English-language GED test section since January 1, 2002, you do NOT need to complete an Online Demographic form; you should already have a record.

Please use the following steps to create your access to The University of Texas system and start your own record as a GED test-taker. Once you begin to complete the GED Demographic Form through our secure website, you may log in and add or change information after you save the first page.

STEP 1: Create a University of Texas at Austin Electronic ID (“UT EID”)

Click here to go to the the GED Demographic Form.

When you go to this page, you will be asked to log in with a UT EID; an electronic ID. An EID is required to access the GED Demographic Form, so if you do not already have one, you will need to create one at this point. In order to create an EID, you will need to provide at least your name and date of birth, answer three security questions, and create a password. Your EID user name will be assigned to you. If you provide your e-mail address, you will receive information regarding your GED record.

To create an EID, click on the “I need a UT EID” link. This will take you to the UT EID Self-Service Tools page, where you will click on “Get a UT EID.” This website will take you through the steps to create your own UT EID and password. Please be sure to follow the instructions carefully.

Step 2: Create your GED Demographic record

Once you have a UT EID and password, you are ready to log in and create your GED Demographic record:

  1. Click here to go to the GED Demographic Homepage.

  2. You will be asked to log in. Enter your UT EID and password.

  3. Click the “Complete the Online Demographic Form” button to go to the first page of the Demographic Form.

  4. A box may pop up to ask if you want to display non-secure items. Click “Yes” to view the entire page of questions. You may be prompted to do this on each page of the Demographic Form. (Once you have saved your responses, your information is securely stored in the UT database.)

  5. In order to save your demographic record, you MUST choose an ID option and provide your first and last name, address, and date of birth.

  6. If you have a valid social security number, please provide it now. The Online Demographic form is safe and secure. If you do not have a social security number, leave the ID number box blank and select the “I do not have a SSN” check box. A number will be assigned to your record when a GED Test Center approves the record.

  7. Answer questions 1-9 on the first page and then click the ‘Save & Continue’ button. If you forgot to respond to any of the questions, an error message will appear at the top of the page indicating which question you failed to answer. After responding to all of the questions, click ‘Save & Continue.’ You will be taken to Page 2 of the Demographic form.

  8. Note that questions 13, 14, 16, 17, and 19 can have more than one answer. Please click as many of the answers that apply to you. Also note that if none of the options in question 16 apply to you, you may leave that question blank. Check your answers to questions 10-19 on Page 2 and then click the ‘Save & Continue’ button at the bottom of the page.

  9. You will be taken to Page 3 of the demographic form. Question 20 can have more than one answer. Click all that apply to you.

  10. Your test scores are confidential and secured at TEA. However, if you answer “Yes” to question 21, your employer, a school, or the military may call TEA to verify your score results. If you choose “No”, you will have to provide written permission in order for TEA to release your test results to anyone other than directly to you.

  11. Once you complete Page 3, click the ‘Save’ button. You have now completed your demographic questions. If you need to change anything, you can log back in with your EID and save the form again. The next step is choosing a Test Center.

Step 3: Select your Test Center

The next step is to select the Test Center where you would like to take your GED Tests:

  1. If you are continuing after completing your Demographic Form, simply go to the bottom of the page (Page 3 of the form) and click the “Select a Test Center” button. If you are returning to the Demographic homepage after previously saving your record, just click on the “Select my Test Center” button.
  2. If you do not know the code of the Test Center where you wish to register, click on the Test Centers link on this page, which takes you to the TEA website. This opens a separate window that lists Texas GED Test Centers alphabetically by city. You will find the 4-digit center number in red, next to the name of the Test Center. Remember the 4-digit code for the center you want, or write it down.
  3. Once you have chosen a center, you may close this page by clicking on the red box or “x” in the upper corner. Now enter your Test Center’s 4-digit code and click the “Save Test Center Selection” button. An e-mail will be sent to you confirming your Test Center choice, and includes the contact information for that center. Once you have selected a Test Center, you have 90 days in which to register to take your first GED test. Please contact the Test Center to choose a test date.
  4. Your Test Center selection is now saved. If you need to choose a different Test Center, log in with your EID and go the the Test Center Selection page, find a new Test Center, and type in its 4-digit center code on the Test Center Selection page. Save the page again.

Attention Smart Phone Users!

Although the GED Demographic Form can be accessed using a Smart Phone (iPhone, Android, etc.), it is NOT recommended. The UT EID requires that the IP address from your computer or phone stays the same, and Smart Phone IP addresses change more easily than a computer. Every time the IP address changes, you will be prompted to log in again.

If you must use a Smart Phone, please follow these guidelines:

  • If possible, sign into the GED Demographic Form using a wireless (Wi-Fi) network. There are many free networks available at restaurants, coffee shops, libraries, and other public buildings. A Wi-Fi network will maintain a set IP address and will help prevent login problems.
  • If you can only access the internet through your service provider’s data plan, try to stay in one place until the demographic form is complete and saved. If you move by walking or driving while using your Smart Phone, it is more likely that the IP address will change and you may lose your information.
  • If you experience trouble completing the GED Demographic Form, we recommend that you use a desktop or laptop computer. You may be able to arrange to use a computer at a GED test center or library branch.

You may return to the Demographic Form Homepage to make changes to your information at any time until you begin to take your GED tests. On the day of your first GED test(s), your GED Examiner will review and approve your online record before you will be allowed to test. Once a GED Examiner has approved your demographic record, the only information you will be able to change online is your name and address. To check on your GED scores, you will have to contact your Test Center or TEA at 512-463-9292.

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