People ask “How can I get my GED for free online?” without first knowing what the GED is. GED stands for General Educational Development, and many attempt this route thinking it will be easier than graduating with a traditional diploma. They don’t realize that the GED is not just one test - it’s four. Students must pass (and pay for!) all four in order to receive their GED. If you’re deciding which path is best for you, it’s important to fully understand what you’re getting yourself into when you choose to pursue a GED or a high school diploma.

If you’ve ever had a medical absence from school, you know: you’re usually healthy until you’re not. At least that’s how it was for me. One day, I was a healthy, albeit awkward, teenager, and the next, my doctor was telling me I’d need back surgery or I’d be in a wheelchair by the time I turned 30.

It’s time we admit it: online school is better than traditional school options for some students. While experiences with online learning varied in the wake of COVID-19, Grad Solutions has been in the business of online teaching and learning since 2012. We’ve reflected back on our experience over the years to bring you a collection of reasons online schooling with Grad Solutions is the best.

Most people like to rely on excuses and barriers that stand in their way. After all, when you’re studying online at your own pace, it’s really difficult to keep your progress top of mind. That’s why Grad Solutions student Mercedes works from The HUB - Grad Solutions’ central Phoenix drop-in location regularly.

My name is Chris, and I am a mental health survivor. I don’t remember a time when I wasn’t dealing with anxiety and depression. There are long stretches in my life when I don’t really feel the effects of either, but it still lingers in my brain and body.

Dennis Sherwood dropped out of high school due to PTSD, depression, and financial instability. But he wouldn’t let himself be just another high school dropout in Arizona. He enrolled with Grad Solutions because he wanted to go back to school and graduate with his high school diploma. This is his story.

Students come to Grad Solutions for a lot of different reasons. Unfortunately, all too often trauma is a huge contributing factor - whether the traumas of life and growing up or challenges presented in the traditional school system. Read about Britney’s story and how she found Grad Solutions and changed her life.

Last week, Grad Solutions and Smart Schools staff converged on the Capitol lawn to advocate for supportive learning environments for all students. As an organization, we lobby for students' rights to learn and earn their high school diploma on their terms.

Mental health is just as important as your physical health, yet many people live through mental health needs silently.

Searching for a job in this day and age can be overwhelming. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a recent graduate, or somewhere in between, there are a few basic things that you should do regardless of what stage you are in.

Grief is the experience of any type of loss. Whether you are part of the network of support for someone who is bereaved or mourning a loss yourself, understanding the process and the resources available to support you may bring you some peace during this time.

You have the power to improve your personal finances in college and beyond by investing your time seeking out micro-awards and other scholarships (and writing lots of scholarship essays).

Are you in the midst of a job hunt? These 13 websites are your place to start the job search, whether you’re searching in the Phoenix area, by your industry, or beyond!

We believe that getting your high school diploma will change your life for the better, and we want to help you do the hard thing: return back to school and graduate. If you’re going to do it, you can set yourself up for success by avoiding these common pitfalls:

The Arizona Career Readiness Credential, an opportunity being provided by Arizona@Work, can help you skill up, become more employable, and set you on the path toward where you want to be in your life and your career.