TEAS Science
Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)
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The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a standardized exam that nursing and allied health programs use to assess applicant readiness, developed and administered by ATI. It is aimed at pre-nursing and pre-allied-health candidates who are applying to a program that requires an entrance exam score. Because the TEAS is a readiness assessment rather than a licensure credential, there is no universal passing score: each program sets its own minimum, so your target score comes from your school, not from ATI. The exam is offered through several proctoring routes - remote online testing proctored by ATI or by your institution, in-person testing at a school or testing center, and PSI testing in person or online - and each school chooses which version and format it accepts. Preparation is typically self-directed: ATI sells its own prep packages, practice tests, study guides, flashcards, and a mobile app, and many students build a study plan several weeks long before their test date. Before you register, confirm with your program which exam format it accepts, since registering for the wrong exam type is non-refundable.
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Which version of the TEAS should I register for?
Your school decides. Each school chooses the version of the TEAS it accepts, and some schools do not accept scores from remote exams taken at home. Check your program's admissions or nursing page, or email the admissions office, before you pay - registering for the wrong exam type is non-refundable.
Is the TEAS online or in person?
Both are available. Online testing is taken remotely from home through ATI or your school and requires a personal computer that meets system requirements. In-person testing is taken at a school location or a PSI testing center, typically on a school-provided computer. Confirm which format your school accepts first.
What score do I need to pass?
There is no universal passing score. Each nursing or allied health program sets its own minimum, so check your program's admissions requirements for the score they expect and aim comfortably above it. ATI does not publish a single cutoff that applies across schools.
Can I retake the TEAS if I miss my target score?
Yes. ATI does not limit your total attempts, but many schools do, so confirm your school's cap before registering. After you complete an exam, you must wait at least 48 hours before scheduling a retake through ATI. Many students prepare for at least six weeks between attempts.
How long does it take to get my scores?
Some scores are available immediately; others take up to 2–3 business days. Transcripts can take extra time to reach schools, which may affect application deadlines, so confirm your school's score deadline and leave buffer before you apply.
How much does it cost, and what does the fee include?
The exact price depends on the format and proctor you choose and is shown at checkout. Your registration fee covers the exam and one free transcript sent to a school of your choice. Additional transcripts and prep packages are purchased separately.
How do I send scores to more than one school?
Your registration includes one free transcript. Additional transcripts are purchased as transcript credits: each credit is $27 and covers one submission (one credit = one school). Credits do not expire and can be used any time after you complete your proctored exam, and you can choose which set of results to share.
Can I reschedule or cancel my exam?
You can reschedule an exam through ATI, but you cannot cancel one. ATI has a strict rescheduling policy, and not every exam type can be rescheduled or refunded. Exam purchases are refundable only with the required documentation, so review the refund policy before you pay.
What ID do I need on test day?
You need a physical, non-expired government-issued photo ID for both in-person and at-home exams. Digital copies, such as a picture of your ID on your phone, and printouts are not accepted. The name on your ID must match your registration name exactly.
How do I request testing accommodations?
Start early, because the process depends on how you are testing and documentation is always required. If you test at home through ATI, submit your request at least 30 days before your test date. If you test through your school or at a PSI center, contact your school or PSI directly, since each sets its own deadlines.