The first semester college performances of 170 students who had received a G.E.D. high school certificate were examined. In addition, the usefulness of the G.E.D. for predicting college success during the first semester of enrollment was evaluated. A stepwise multiple regression procedure revealed that G.E.D. scores were not useful in predicting academic success. The mean grade-point average for G.E.D. recipients was 1.71 as compared with 2.11 for those students who had completed high school. Nearly 60 percent of those with G.E.D.'s performed at or below the D grade level (l.99 or less). Implications for college counselors and admissions officers are discussed. (Author/MSE)