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What’s on the Test?
The GACE Political Science test contains 100 multiple-choice questions and is timed at 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The exam is split into two teslets, which are taken in separate testing sessions (but can be taken on the same day if you’d like).
Foundations of Democracy and Civic Participation (246)
40 questions | 1 hour
- Differentiating between democracy and other forms of government
- Principles and ideas in the writings of major Enlightenment thinkers
- Principles and ideas in key political documents that influenced the development of the US government
- Similarities and differences between political systems
- Ways in which political parties and interest groups provide opportunities for civic involvement
- The ways in which media affects public opinion and civic participation
- Effective participation in US political affairs
The Constitution and Functions of Government (247)
60 questions | 1 hour and 15 minutes
- The general purpose of the US Constitution and Bill of Rights
- Constitutional protections for individual liberties and limits on government power
- The effects of the Reconstitution Amendments on constitutional government in the US
- Limitations on state and local governments that may be exercised by the citizens
- Principles of federalism
- The distinct powers and responsibilities of the branches of government in the US and in Georgia
- The criminal justice process
- US foreign policy processes
- Services provided by and sources of revenue received by state and local governments
How to Register
To get started with the registration process, you’ll need to create a MyPSC account on the GaPSC website. You should receive a Georgia Certification ID (GA CERT ID) during this process, which you’ll use for identification throughout the registration and testing process.
The next step is to create an ETS GACE testing account on the ETS website. This account will allow you to register for the exam and pay the testing fee(s).
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How the Exam is Scored
The GACE Political Science test is scored using a scaled scoring method. Here’s how it works:
Scaled Scoring
For every question you answer correctly, you get one point added to your raw score. At the end of the test, your final raw score will be converted to a scaled score.
The reason your raw score is converted to a scaled score is because everyone that takes the test is given a slightly different set of questions. Since everyone has a different arrangement of questions, and because some questions are harder than others, converting your raw score to a scaled score ensures a more even playing field.
Retaking the Exam
If you don’t get the score you want on your first try, that’s okay! You can take the exam again after a mandatory 30-day waiting period.
FAQs
How many questions are on the GACE Political Science exam?
The exam contains 100 questions.
What is the time limit for the GACE Political Science exam?
The exam is timed at 2 hours and 15 minutes.
What is the passing score for the GACE Political Science exam?
You’ll need to get a final score of at least 220 to pass the exam.
How much does the GACE Political Science exam cost?
The full exam fee is $169.
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