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Important changes for the 2027 GOE (January 4, 5 & 7, 2027)
  • Lower fee: $500 per candidate (was $750).
  • Safe Exam Browser required: candidates must download, install, and test the free Safe Exam Browser (SEB) by December 15. Instructions will be emailed and posted here.
  • Limited resources: only a study Bible, the Book of Common Prayer, scratch paper, and writing implements. Digital NRSV and BCP are provided within the exam.
  • Proctoring required: nominators must name a proctor (any adult not related to the candidate), assign every candidate to a proctor before exams begin, and arrange the space.
Read the full 2027 GOE Updates letter (PDF)  ·  Questions: 843-779-1630 · info@episcopalgbec.org
2027 GOE Updates – read the letter (PDF)

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