The FTCE General Knowledge Test is a basic skills exam with subtests covering Mathematics, Reading, English Language Skills and an Essay. The Mathematics, Reading, and English Language Skills sections are comprised entirely of multiple-choice questions. For the Essay subtest candidates need to write one essay on a topic presented.
Mathematics covers Number Sense, Concepts, and Operations; Geometry and Measurement; Algebraic Thinking and the Coordinate Plane; and Probability, Statistics and Data Interpretation.
Reading covers Key Ideas and Details; Craft and Structure; and Integration of Information and Ideas.
English Language Skills covers Language Structure; Vocabulary Application; and Standard English Conventions.
An on-screen four-function calculator is provided.
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2024 FTCE General Knowledge Testing Costs*
Below is an overview of the 2024 FTCE General Knowledge testing fees for computer-based testing.
Service |
Fees |
One subtest |
$32.50 |
Two subtests |
$65 |
Three subtests |
$97.50 |
Four subtests |
$130 |
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2024 FTCE General Knowledge Test Dates*
Computer-based testing for the FTCE General Knowledge exam is available year-round based on the availability of the testing location.
FTCE General Knowledge - Multiple Choice |
Results Release Dates |
6/24/24 – 6/30/24 |
7/8/24 |
7/1/24 – 7/7/24 |
7/15/24 |
7/8/24 – 7/14/24 |
7/22/24 |
7/15/24 – 7/21/24 |
7/29/24 |
7/22/24 – 7/28/24 |
8/5/24 |
7/29/24 – 8/4/24 |
8/12/24 |
8/5/24 – 8/11/24 |
8/19/24 |
8/12/24 – 8/18/24 |
8/26/24 |
8/19/24 – 8/25/24 |
8/30/24 |
8/26/24 – 9/1/24 |
9/9/24 |
FTCE General Knowledge - Essay |
Results Release Dates |
6/10/24 – 6/23/24 |
7/8/24 |
6/24/24 – 7/7/24 |
7/22/24 |
7/8/24 – 7/21/24 |
8/5/24 |
7/22/24 – 8/4/24 |
8/19/24 |
8/5/24 – 8/18/24 |
8/30/24 |
8/19/24 – 9/1/24 |
9/16/24 |
*This information is subject to change. All test-takers should visit the official FTCE website at http://www.fl.nesinc.com to confirm fees, registration, and testing requirements before enrolling.