Resources

Financial Resources

  • FAFSA Houston: Information on how to apply for FAFSA including eligibility and the application process.
  • Scholarships: Money awarded to students to help pay for college and college expenses.
  • Fastweb: Scholarship search database.
  • College Board BigFuture: Determine of costs of tuition by college annually.
  • Click2Houston: Tips on how to save money when paying for college.

 

Digital Literacy Resources

  • GFC Learn Free: Help with computer, software, and internet usage.
  • Techboomers: Computer help oriented towards a mature audience.
  • Typing: Computer typing lessons.

 

Houston Public Library Resources

*A Houston Public Library card may be required to access certain resources. Sign up online or visit or call your local branch for more details on applying for a library card.

 

Practice Tests

  • Khan Academy: Courses on math, science, humanities, and more. Also includes SAT, MCAT, and NCLEX-RN practice tests and questions.
  • McGraw-Hill: Includes practice tests and videos for the ACT, AP, GRE, GMAT exam tests.

 

GED Preparation Sites

Community Family Center: The Adult Education Program provides courses of instruction to individuals 18 years and older to gain the skills and education necessary to achieve self sufficiency and a higher standard of living.

Address Contact Cost Spanish? Class Days Registration
7524 Avenue E
Houston, TX 77012		 713-723-2314 Free No Contact location for information Contact the location for specific registration dates

 

AAMA Lerning Center: Comprehensive courses and flexible schedules meeting the needs of working adults. Childcare is offered to parents attending classes.

Address Contact Cost Spanish? Class Days Registration
6001 Gulf Freeway
Building E
Houston, TX 77023		 713-929-2330 Free No M-Th 9am-12pm or 6pm-9pm Contact the location for specific registration dates. Must bring ID (us or foreign accepted)

 

Houston Community College: Classes are designed to improve basic skills, prepare students for the GED, develop job readiness skills, and prepare for college or workforce trainings

Address Contact Cost Spanish? Class Days Registration
3100 Main St.
Houston, TX 77002		 713-718-5381 Call for price No Varies by campus Must attend an orientation before enrolling. Need a valid government issued ID, a blue pen, and a #2 pencil

 

Spring Branch ISD: They’ll teach you everything you need to know to get your high school equivalency certification.

Address Contact Cost Spanish? Class Days Registration
10406 Tiger Trial
Houston, TX 77043		 713-251-1695 $195 Yes Day: M&W 9-12 Night: Espanol M&W 6-9pm Sign up online to register. $15 registration fee

 

Harris County Department of Education: Harris County Department of Education offers working adults the opportunity to gain the skills needed to take advantage of better job opportunities or move into higher education

Address Contact Cost Spanish? Class Days Registration
6300 Irvington Blvd.
Houston, TX 77022		 713-692-6216 Free No Varies by location Contact the location for specific registration dates.

 

Lone Star College: These classes are designed for students needing to develop skills needed to be successful on the GED test. The classes provide instruction and practice in all areas of the subject matter. Students are highly encouraged to regularly attend class to gain the tools needed.

Address Contact Cost Spanish? Class Days Registration
5000 Research Forest Dr.
The Woodlands, TX 77381		 832-813-6500 $100-$143 Yes Varies by campus Registration is required in person. Must attend an orientation session before enrollment. Need government issued ID. Cannot be enrolled in high school or a high school graduate.

 

Adult Reading Center: Classes and instruction are informal, well organized, and conducted by experienced teachers.

Address Contact Cost Spanish? Class Days Registration
2246 N. Washginton Ave
Pearland, TX 77581		 281-485-1000 Free No Contact location for information Call to schedule your orientation and enroll in GED prep classes

 

Literacy Council of Fort Bend County: After registering for classes, students will need to complete the Test of Adult Basic Education. This test will determine whether the student will begin in a GED Level or Pre-GED Level class.

Address Contact Cost Spanish? Class Days Registration
12530 Emily Court
Sugar Land, TX 77478		 281-240-8181 Free No Determined after placement test is taken Contact the location for specific registration dates

 

 

Non-Traditional High School Diplomas for Adults

Smart Horizons Career Online High School: The program is 100% online; access your course materials from anywhere, at anytime. You do not need to buy any additional materials. There are no standardized tests.

Address Contact Cost Age Self Paced? Class Times
1280 SW 36th Ave,
Suite 104
Pompano Beach, FL 33069		 866-999-7853
info@shcoe.org		 $1295 – please see website for details and payment plan options 16+ Yes- 18 months to complete N/A

 

Houston Independent School District-Twilight Program: This programs is only available to students enrolled in a HISD school.

Address Contact Cost Age Self Paced? Class Times
4400 West 18th St.
Houston, TX 77092		 713-556-6000 Call for details Call for details Yes Contact location for information

 

Houston Community College: Adult Hight School is a Credit Recovery Program designed to assist those wanting to obtain a high school diploma.

Address Contact Cost Age Self Paced? Class Times
3100 Main St.
Houston, TX 77002		 713-718-5381
ahs@hccs.edu		 $175 per half credit course. Additional $10 fee for Art & BIM 18+ No Varies by location. Call for more information.