Where do GED graduates study and what do they study after they have completed their GED® credential? Go Prep™ (previously called Online GED Prep) asked our graduates to share the universities, colleges and other tertiary institutions where they will be studying.
AAA School of Advertising
Offers short courses, higher certificates, diplomas and degrees in Marketing Communication and Visual Communication, UI/UX and more.
Academy for Environmental Leadership SA (AEL)
“My son complete his last subject on 23 January and started at www.ael.co.za on NQF5 Conservation Ecology” ~ Anel
Akademia
Offers higher certificate and degree courses in Afrikaans in the fields of Accounting, Economics, Management, Law, Journalism, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Religious Sciences and Education.
“A friend of ours’ daughter just heard that she was accepted at Academia for BA journalism on the basis of her GED and portfolio.” ~ Adele
AFDA – The School for the Creative Economy
Offers degrees and higher certificates in Film, Performance, Entertainment, Business & Technology
“AFDA gave my son approval for their bachelor’s programme without a SAQA certificate. BA in Film-making.” ~ Sally
Academic Institute of Excellence (AIE)
Offers higher certificate and diploma courses in Architecture and the Built Environment, Draughting and Technical Design, Engineering & Science, Business, Entrepreneurship & Finance, Information Technology & Data Science, Visual Design & Arts
“My daughter finished her GED in 2020.. did a draughting course with AIE in 2021 and now doing Architectural Technologist with Cad4all.” ~ Cecilia
“We went to AIE [Academic Institute of Excellence] yesterday because my son wants to become a draughtsman and they said they accept GED® with a SAQA letter.” ~ Hannelie
AEL – Academy for Environmental Leadership
“At AEL we develop and grow individuals through personal development to become influential custodians of natural resources.” ~ AEL website
“My son started at AEL: NQF5 Conservation Ecology.” ~Anel
African Institute
Offers a variety of courses such as healthcare, risk management, childcare, labour relations management etc.
The Animation School
Offers short courses and a diploma in digital animation.
Boston City College
Boston allows direct admission to degree courses (except Accounting) with a GED. Read more: Boston Accepts GED Graduates for Degrees
“We offer accredited Higher Education qualifications, including our state-of-the-art Postgraduate Diploma in Management, a range of degrees, and numerous diplomas and higher certificates. And we offer a variety of work-ready occupational and short programmes which meet industry needs and are developed by industry specialists and leading professionals in their fields.”
“One of my students were accepted at Boston College. She is starting with higher certificate in accounting and then CA degree” ~ Renel
“I will be studying a Diploma in Media Practices specialising in Digital Marketing at Boston Media House, but I also got accepted to study BCom Marketing Management at Boston!” ~ Joané
“Andrea is studying B.Com (Marketing) at Boston College.” ~Tina-Lynn
“I just completed my degree in social sciences at Boston City Campus. I am hoping to continue my studies in psychology.” ~ Ranolene Pillay
CAD4All – Award Winning Architecture & Interior Design Private College
Since 2008 CAD4ALL Institute of Applied Architecture has been offering accredited & industry endorsed Certificates & Diplomas which include Architecture & Interior Design, Draughting & Engineering qualifications.
Capsicum Culinary Studio
“Capsicum Culinary Studio courses are internationally endorsed. We work with several industry bodies, including City & Guilds, a global leader in skills development; The Culture, Art, Tourism, Hospitality, and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA) and the Quality Council For Trades & Occupations (QCTO). “
“My son used his GED® to apply at Capsicum Culinary Studio to study for a chef and was accepted there for a course of 18 months that led to what they called an executive chef qualification.” ~ Sally
Chef’s Training and Innovation Academy (CTIA)
“My daughter is studying at CTIA culinary school on the GED without the conversion.” ~ Angela Burgess
CTIA has four campuses and eLearning programmes to train and equip chefs for the hospitality industry. “Through its partnerships with national and global bodies, CTIA ensures its qualifications are recognised both locally and internationally.”
Cornerstone
“Cornerstone is an independent, not-for-profit higher education institution engaged in teaching and learning in service of others, to advance human dignity and social justice for all.”
Offers short courses, higher certificates and degrees in fields such as Education, Psychology, Social/community Development, Media Studies, Business, Theology and Ethics.
One of Online GED Prep’s graduates, Anja le Roux was accepted to study BA Psychology at Cornerstone Institute. She completed her degree in 2022 and her goal is to work as an Art Therapist. See her on our GED Success Stories page.
Eduvos
At Eduvos, you can study short courses, higher certificates and degrees at any of 12 campuses across South Africa. They also offer a pre-degree foundation course for students who need to qualify for exemption from USAf. You can choose in-person classes or online learning. They offer programmes in a wide variety of fields, including Commerce, Law, Biomedicine, Marketing, Psychology, Accounting, HR, Tourism, Media Studies, Art and Design and IT to name a few!
“I am studying a BSc in IT(Software Engineer)” ~ Sonika S.
eLearning.co.za
eLearning.co.za offers short industry certificates and vocational training courses online for a very affordable monthly fee. Earn industry credentials in computer courses, leadership courses, soft skills, Excel and MS Office suite.
Use this link to sign up for a free course. Many of these would look great on your CV, advance your skills and your career and show that you take initiative as a self-motivated life learner.
Elsenburg College
“At Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute students learn about the fundamental principles of farming and other agricultural practices. Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute offers Higher Education and Training (HET) and Agricultural Skills Development (ASD) level training, as well as a B.Agric degree that is offered in partnership with Stellenbosch University.”
At present, the following qualifications can be obtained:
- B.Agric degree (M +3 years)
- Diploma in Agriculture (M +3 years)
- Equine Studies (M + 2 years)
- Non accredited short courses
- Learnerships (Minimum of 10 months)
“My daughter is at Elsenburg College – Higher Certificate in Animal Production with option of changing to B.Agric in 2nd year.“
Emendy Multimedia Institute
Emendy specialises in courses and training in Sound Engineering, Music Production, Game Development, 3D Animation and Multimedia
“3D animation and game design – Higher Certificate and then a BA Degree.” ~ Adoré
Emmanuel Nursing School
Offers higher certificates and diplomas in nursing. Applications are done via KREducation. A GED or NQF 4 qualification is accepted.
ETA College
Offers fitness and sport training courses on campus and via distance education.
“We have been impressed by the quality of education provided by Online GED Prep and recognize the potential in GED graduates seeking further academic pursuits.” ~ staff member of ETA
Excelsius Hair and Beauty School
After successful completion of the unit standards for a course the learner receives a Statement of Results from SETQA & a certificate from Excelsius.
Greenside Design Centre
The fully-accredited institution offers higher certificates, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in all design-related disciplines, including industrial design, interior design, gaming, multi-media, 2D and 3D animation and visual art.
They confirm that a student is provisionally accepted even if still waiting for the SAQA conversion, and may begin their studies while waiting for the SAQA certificate.
Helderberg College
Helderberg offers a pathway to admission for students with a GED to study at their faculties of Business, Social Sciences and Education, Theology and English Language
Independent Institute of Education
This group owns the following ‘brands’, Rosebank College, Vega, Varsity College, School of Hospitality and Service Management. They offer a range of higher certificate and degree courses in Commerce, IT, Education, Humanities, Social Sciences and Hospitality.
My daughter is 3rd year BSc Information and Computer Science at IIEMSA in Roodepoort. She also completed her SAT for exemption.
Inscape
Inscape specialises in the development and delivery of education for the creative and design, built environment, business and communication, and digital technology industries. A variety of courses at NQF Levels 5-7 (higher certificates, diplomas and degrees) are on offer via contact learning, online and distance education in fields like fashion design, interior design, architecture and environment design etc.
“Hannah is in 2nd year of her Diploma in Interior Design NQF 6 at Inscape.” ~ Alice
“My oldest is studying Architectural Technology (he plans to enrol for a degree in Interior Design next year) ” ~ Zim Sifuba
Intec
Intec offers a wide range of distance education courses in Commerce, Humanities, Education, Science and Technology, from business and creative studies to engineering, fashion design, legal courses, management courses and much more!
“Intec accepted the GED without SAQA evaluation. NQF 5 Certificate in General Psychology.” ~ Chantal
Isa Carstens Academy
Offers higher certificate and diploma courses in somatology, health, skincare and wellness
Lyceum College (deregistered)
Offers a number of online higher certificates, diplomas and degree courses in business and management etc.
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Offers diplomas and degree courses in Natural Sciences, Management Sciences and Engineering
“I am currently doing my Nature Conservation Diploma as I am into the Environment.” ~ Sai
National Airways Corporation (NAC)
NAC has confirmed that they will accept the GED for admission to their Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic course. Please get confirmation about any other courses they offer as the admission requirements for pilot courses for example may differ!
Open Window
Offers courses in the creative fields, including Visual Communication, Film Arts, Animation and Creative Technologies.
Pearson Institute
They will accept students with a GED for admission to Higher Certificate (NQF 5) level courses and then they can apply for admission to a degree course.
Peritum Agri Institute
Peritum is very GED-friendly private institution just outside Bloemfontein. They offer accredited National Diplomas in Animal Production and Plant Production. They also offer various short agricultural career specific courses.
Pet Sense College
Provides education in animal welfare, training and behaviour. You can enrol anytime throughout the year and study from anywhere in South Africa. Choose from 25+ courses
“My one daughter is studying at Petsense College and the other is starting an Internship for Organic Farmer” ~ Erika Adenhoff
Potchefstroom Chef Academy
“Our son was admitted to Potch Chef Academy- 3 year course with national and international accreditation.” ~ Wilma
Red and Yellow – Creative School of Business
Offers certificates, diplomas and degree, part-time, full time and online in Visual Communication, Marketing and Design.
Regent Business School
Offers higher certificates, diplomas and degree courses in management. “The iLeadLab has a range of programmes that offer hands-on development in Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Digital Literacy, and Creativity and Imagination. Students are taught effective communication, information literacy, civic responsibility, job search skills, time and conflict management, exposure to 2D and 3D printing and a range of technologies relevant to industry 4.0.”
Rosebank College (part of the IIE group)
Offer higher certificates and degree courses in IT, Education, Commerce, Humanities and Finance.
SACAP – The South African College of Applied Psychology
Offers a wide range of accredited courses in Applied Psychology, Counselling & Communication, Human Resource Management, Business Management Social Work
One of our graduates was accepted to study a degree course with a GED as the first year of the course is an NQF 5 qualification, the second year is NQF 6 and the third year is NQF 7 which is a degree.
From the mother of another student: “He did his first few months online as he was abroad but changed to campus in Cape Town recently. For online and on campus we are both very pleased. High standard of education and ongoing support for the student. I highly recommend! “~ Mandy Wienand
SACOB – South African College of Business
SACOB is an online distance learning business college offering business qualifications and business programmes equip you with the skills, the theory and the practical knowledge required to perform in the modern business environment. SACOB is driven by international accreditation institutes and national professional bodies, to provide a quality supported learning experience.
“My daughter finished in just 5 months… at SACOB doing Accounting.” ~ Jorika
South African Theological Seminary (SATS)
SATS offers higher certificates and degree courses in Christian counselling and theology.
“My daughter is doing her Bachelor of Theology in Christian Counseling through SATS.” ~ Chantelle
SolTech
Soltech is an accredited, private vocational training college, based on Christian principles with Afrikaans as the language of instruction.
“Sol-Tech bied formele opleiding in die volgende studierigtings aan: Elektrisiën, Meulmaker, Dieselwerktuigkundige, Passer-en-draaier, Sweiser en Gereedskapmaker.”
Sports Science Institute of SA (SSISA)
SSISA aims to optimise sports performance and physical health through proven science. SSISA offers a gym, performance centre, exercise, wellness and performance training and more.
“We made an appointment with Sports Science Institute of SA and were told GED qualification would be accepted.” ~ Joanne
Stadio
Stadio started as a subsidiary of Curro Holdings Ltd., the largest independent school group in Africa and brought together four highly prestigious institutions – Southern Business School, Embury Institute for Higher Education, LISOF and Prestige Academy.
Stadio offers a range of certificates, diplomas and degrees in Teacher Education, Arts, Fashion & Design, Commerce, Admin & Management, Law, Policing and Science and Technologies.
“Mia has just been accepted to study at Stadio Bellville: Higher Certificate in Graphic and Web Design.” ~ Aneke Gerber
Vega School (part of the IIE group)
“Vega School aims to graduate a new breed of brand thinkers with the expertise to generate sustainable brand ideas that solve 21st century problems. All programmes are taught within the context of creating, building and managing healthy brands.”
“Rebecca is starting at Vega with a Higher Certificate in Mobile Application and Web Development NQF 5. She will follow on with a BCIS in Game Design and Development Degree NQF 7.” ~ Alice
“Dylan will be doing a higher certificate in photography at Vega, and then she will be moving onto a degree in Interior Design.” ~ Tammy
Varsity College (part of the IIE group)
Offer higher certificates and degree courses in Commerce, Finance and Accouting, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law and Management.
Online Overseas Universities
University of the People
This is a 100% online, tuition-free university offering degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Health Science and Education. A GED alone is accepted for admission.
“My son is busy with his Health and Science degree at University if the People.” ~ Estelle
“Chanté is now studying health sciences online through University of the People. She did their basic university course and health psychology last term and got 99.5% for and 97.6% respectively.” ~ Magri
“I am also an actively registered student at the online University of the People for a Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Science.” ~ Renaldo
“Liam just finished his first year at University of the People, BSc Human Sciences, (to go onto Medicine) on the Dean’s list.” ~ Deidre
Penn Foster College
“Penn Foster College is a private, for-profit online college headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. It was founded in 1890 as International Correspondence Schools and presently offers bachelor’s and associate degree programs in 22 certified programs, as well as academic certificates.”
“Penn Foster’s online college degrees, both associate and bachelor’s, are nationally accredited through the DEAC. Some programs have additional accreditations too. The Vet Assistant Career Diploma offered by Penn Foster is approved by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America (NAVTA). The online Vet Tech Associate Degree and the Bachelor’s of Applied Science both have accreditation through the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).”
“I have been accepted at Ashworth College & Penn Foster College to complete an associates degree in Veterinary Technology. I only needed my GED. “~ Ann-Drea W.
Ashworth College
Ashworth College is a private for-profit online college based in Peachtree Corners, Georgia. Founded in 1987, Ashworth College began with one mission: to provide affordable, career-focused education to anyone who wanted to achieve their goals. Today, with over 300K graduates worldwide, that mission remains the same. From career certificates to nationally accredited college degrees, Ashworth College offers students the opportunity to learn their way, from wherever they are.
“Ashworth College is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Ashworth College offers accredited programs leading to online degrees, certificates, and career training diplomas.”
“I have been accepted at Ashworth College & Penn Foster College to complete an associates degree in Veterinary Technology. I only needed my GED. “~ Ann-Drea W.
Anim School of Animation
“Animschool is an accredited (accsc) online school for learning 3D animation, modeling and rigging. We have demanding standards of progress so students are well prepared for the 3D workforce. Animschool is now accredited by the accrediting commission of career schools and colleges (ACCSC). ACCSCis a recognized accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education.”
“I chose GED because it was what I needed to get into animation school.” ~ Justin
Animation Mentor
“Established in 2005, Animation Mentor is the original online animation school. With mentors from Pixar, Disney, Industrial Light & Magic, and many other major studios, you’ll learn animation directly from the pros.”
“Nathan is studied through Animation Mentor and is now working in the US.” ~ Chirani
Overseas Universities
Canada
OpenEd – University of Guelph
Online university offers a variety of certificates and diploma courses in English, horticulture, food and health, counselling and human sexuality, creative writing, leadership and more.
A mother said her daughter will be doing the Dipoma in Equine Studies which is internationally recognised (whereas the SA equivalent is apparently not.)
Poland
Vistula University
Nomathamsa just finished her first year, BA English Philology with a 4.5 GPA.
New Zealand
University of Auckland
“My son Zac, sat the GED and SAT (including two subject tests) in 2018 and was admitted to a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) at Auckland University. ” ~Rachel Turner
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
“I was accepted to study Bachelor of Visual Arts and Bachelor of Graphic Design at Auckland University of Technology with a GED + SAT and art portfolio.” ~ Kayleigh
Massey University
“Lucille is in her third year of a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) at Massey University, Auckland. Top of her class too!” ~ Shirley
USA
Chirani Meyer shared: “My sons and daughter were also accepted at a bunch of overseas universities with their GEDs like:
USA: Shawnee State University – Justin Meyer achieved the President’s List in the Spring of 2022 by achieving a 4.0 GPA
Austen Peay University
Liberty University
UAE:SAE Dubai“
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