TEAS Math exam-day guide
TEAS Math · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original ID required by the test provider. Confirm accepted ID types and that the name matches your registration exactly; a photocopy or expired ID may not be accepted.
Appointment confirmation
Have your testing appointment details, registration number, and the test center address or online-proctoring link available. Confirm whether a printed copy is required.
Test center logistics
Confirm arrival time, parking, building entrance, and check-in process in advance. Plan to arrive with buffer time so a delay does not become a missed appointment.
Leave prohibited items behind
Do not bring notes, textbooks, phones, smartwatches, or other unauthorized electronics into the testing room. Confirm the provider's rules for lockers or personal belongings.
Do not bring your own calculator
For the TEAS Math section, use only the calculator tool provided by the testing platform. Confirm the calculator type and availability in your practice environment.
Scratch paper and pencil
Confirm whether scratch paper and a writing utensil are supplied by the test center or proctor. Do not assume you may bring your own.
Online-proctoring setup, if applicable
If testing remotely, complete any required system check, camera/microphone test, and room scan. Confirm the workspace and identification requirements with the provider.
Math topic review sheet
Review high-yield TEAS Math topics: fractions and decimals, ratios and proportions, percentages, order of operations, algebra, geometry, measurement conversions, and data interpretation.
Timing plan
Confirm the exact number of Math questions and the time limit for your test version, then practice pacing so you can answer every question without rushing the final items.
Comfort items
Dress in layers and follow the provider's rules for snacks, water, and breaks. Confirm what is allowed at your specific test site or remote session.
Rest and fuel
Protect sleep the night before and eat a normal meal beforehand. Avoid trying new caffeine or energy products on exam day.
Plan the day
Confirm appointment, ID requirements, arrival time, and test center or remote-proctoring logistics. Take one timed Math practice section and review missed topics.
Practice with the same calculator tool and scratch-paper habits you will use on exam day. Drill weak areas such as unit conversions, percentages, and word problems.
Stop heavy cramming by the end of this window. Make a short one-page formula and strategy sheet for light review only.
Pack your ID and appointment details; lay out clothes and transportation plan. Do a light review of formulas and pacing strategy, not a full practice test.
Confirm the start time and set two alarms. Aim for a full night's sleep and avoid last-minute schedule changes.
Eat a normal meal, hydrate, and arrive early per the provider's instructions. Leave prohibited items at home or in the car/locker as directed.
At check-in, follow proctor instructions, present your ID, and store personal items as required. Mention any approved accommodations before the timer starts.
Start with a quick pace check: divide the Math time limit by the number of questions to estimate your per-question budget. Flag and skip questions that stall you.
Use scratch paper for setup, label units, and check whether the question asks for an exact value, an estimate, or a ratio. Use the on-screen calculator only when it saves time.
Answer every question; there is normally no penalty for guessing. Use remaining time to revisit flagged items and confirm you have answered all questions.
Rules to check
Follow all proctor and test-center instructions. If a rule is unclear, ask before the timer begins rather than assuming.
Present the required original photo ID; the name must match your registration. Confirm accepted ID types with the provider before exam day.
Do not use unauthorized materials, including personal calculators, phones, smartwatches, notes, or outside websites. Use only tools provided by the testing platform.
Take breaks only when the proctor or platform allows them. Confirm in advance whether the timer pauses during breaks.
The Math section is scored separately as part of the TEAS. Confirm the current scoring, reporting, and retake policies with ATI or your program.
There is generally no penalty for incorrect answers, so do not leave blanks. Confirm this for your test version if unsure.
Request any accommodations well in advance through the official provider process; do not assume they will be available on exam day.
Do not discuss, copy, or share exam content. Report technical problems or interruptions to the proctor immediately.