§ 11-808. Obtaining high school diploma by examination.

   (a) Requirements for taking examination. -- An individual may obtain a high school diploma by examination as provided in this section if the individual:

   (1) has not obtained a high school diploma;

   (2) resides in this State;

   (3) is 16 years old or older; and

   (4) has withdrawn from a regular full-time public or private school program.

(b) Time and place of examination. -- The Department shall offer examinations to individuals who are pursuing a high school diploma under this subtitle at least twice each year at places throughout the State that are reasonably convenient for the applicants.

(c) Examination. -- The examination shall:

   (1) be offered in appropriate high school subject areas; and

   (2) be of a comprehensive nature as determined by the State Board of Education.

(d) Repeat examination. -- An individual who fails an examination may repeat taking the examination.

(e) Members of armed forces. -- A member of the armed forces may earn a Maryland high school diploma by taking the examinations furnished by the United States Armed Forces Institute and given by the appropriate service officer.

(f) Regulations. -- The diploma shall be awarded in accordance with the regulations adopted by the Secretary and the State Board of Education.

HISTORY: 2008, ch. 134; 2009, ch. 309; 2010, ch. 113; 2013, ch. 439.