Question 1

What is the ATI TEAS exam?

Accepted Answer

The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a standardized admission exam for nursing and allied health programs. Currently on version TEAS 7, it measures academic readiness across four areas: Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English & Language Usage.

Question 2

What is a good TEAS score?

Accepted Answer

TEAS scores vary by program requirements. Typical minimums are 55-65% for ADN (Associate) programs and 65-75% for BSN (Bachelor's) programs. Competitive scores are 80%+ for most programs. There's no universal 'passing' score—each school sets its own requirements.

Question 3

How many questions are on the TEAS?

Accepted Answer

The TEAS 7 has 170 total questions: Reading (45 questions), Mathematics (38 questions), Science (50 questions), and English (37 questions). Only 150 are scored—20 are unscored pretest questions used for future exam development.

Question 4

How long is the TEAS exam?

Accepted Answer

The TEAS exam takes 209 minutes (3 hours 29 minutes): Reading (55 minutes), Mathematics (57 minutes), Science (60 minutes), and English (37 minutes). There's a 10-minute break after the Mathematics section.

Question 5

What is on the TEAS Science section?

Accepted Answer

The Science section (50 questions, 44 scored) covers: Human Anatomy & Physiology (18 questions), Biology (9 questions), Chemistry (8 questions), and Scientific Reasoning (9 questions). This is the largest section and most important for nursing programs.

Question 6

How long should I study for the TEAS?

Accepted Answer

Most candidates study 60-120 hours over 4-8 weeks. Prioritize Science (especially Anatomy & Physiology) since it's the largest section at 29% of scored questions. Use ATI's official study materials and take full practice tests under timed conditions.

Question 7

How much does the TEAS cost?

Accepted Answer

The TEAS exam costs $100-150 depending on testing location (school or ATI testing center). You can take it remotely or in-person. Most schools allow retakes after 30-60 days, though policies vary. Check your target school's specific retake policies.

Question 8

Is a calculator allowed on the TEAS?

Accepted Answer

A four-function calculator is provided during the Mathematics section only. It's built into the testing software (or provided if testing on paper). Scientific and graphing calculators are not allowed. Practice without a calculator first, then practice with only basic functions.

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ATI TEAS 7

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Test of Essential Academic Skills

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NCLEX-RN

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