Maryland Adult Education / GED

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Free adult education programs administered by the Maryland Department of Labor in partnership with community colleges, public schools, and nonprofits, helping adults 16 and older earn a Maryland High School Diploma via GED, improve basic literacy and math, learn English as a second language, and prepare for college or workforce training. Classes are offered daytime, evening, and online across the state. Students bring photo ID for enrollment; most programs charge only the GED test fee, and some waive it for income-eligible adults.

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Address: Programs statewide

Hours: Varies; many offer evening classes

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