ATI TEAS 7 (Test of Essential Academic Skills)
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Complete Overview
The ATI TEAS, Version 7 is the admissions exam most United States nursing and allied health programmes use to screen applicants, and ATI prices it at $120 for a TEAS at ATI online exam and $120 for a TEAS at PSI test centre exam. It is taken by applicants to associate degree, diploma, bachelor of science in nursing, and allied health programmes, and each testing location sets its own price, so a school-proctored sitting can cost more or less than $120 once proctor, scheduling, room, or remote monitoring fees are added.
The exam has 170 questions and a total time limit of 209 minutes. Of those 170 questions, 150 are scored and 20 are unscored pretest items. The four sections are timed separately: Reading gives 45 questions in 55 minutes, Mathematics gives 38 questions in 57 minutes, Science gives 50 questions in 60 minutes, and English and Language Usage gives 37 questions in 37 minutes. You may move back and forth within an open section, but once you close a section and move to the next one you cannot return to it. ATI provides a short 10-minute break between the Mathematics and Science sections, and that break does not consume exam time.
Question types go beyond plain multiple choice. ATI lists multiple choice, multiple select where more than one answer applies, fill in the blank, ordered response, and hot spot items. Personal calculators are not allowed; an on-screen calculator is provided for the Mathematics section.
ATI reports Total, Content Area, and Sub-Content Area scores, all on a scale of 0.0 to 100 percent. Total and Content Area scores are equated, meaning they are the percentage of items answered correctly adjusted for differences in form difficulty, which is why you cannot reconstruct them by hand from the rest of the score report. Sub-Content Area scores are unadjusted percentages and ATI warns they should not be compared across forms.
There is no national passing score. Each nursing or allied health programme sets its own minimum, so the number you need depends entirely on where you are applying. ATI states on its own TEAS exam page that 40 percent of test takers must retake the TEAS.
Registration runs through four channels: online proctored by ATI, online proctored by an institution, in person at an institution, and in person at a PSI testing centre. You need a physical government-issued photo ID whose name matches your registration. One free transcript is included with exam registration. A TEAS at ATI exam may be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the appointment for a $15 change fee.
Retake rules depend on where you test. For a TEAS at ATI exam, ATI requires 14 days between attempts. For an institution-proctored exam, the school sets the rule, and a 30-day wait is common. TEAS scores are usually accepted for two years, though each school sets its own admissions criteria.
Why Get ATI TEAS 7 (Test of Essential Academic Skills) Certified?
The exam is 170 questions in 209 minutes, of which 150 questions are scored and 20 are unscored pretest items
ATI prices a TEAS at ATI and a TEAS at PSI exam at $120, with institution-proctored sittings priced by the school
Science is the heaviest section at 44 of the 150 scored items, and human anatomy and physiology alone contributes 18 of them
ATI states on its own site that 40 percent of test takers must retake the TEAS
One free transcript is included with exam registration, so a single application costs nothing extra to send
TEAS scores are usually valid for two years, which means one strong sitting can cover more than one application cycle
BLS reports a May 2024 median annual wage of $93,600 for registered nurses, the destination for most TEAS candidates
Exam Format & Structure
Duration
209 minutes
Questions
170 questions
Passing Score
No national passing score. Each nursing or allied health programme sets its own minimum.
Question Types
- Multiple choice
- Multiple select (select all that apply)
- Fill in the blank
- Ordered response
- Hot spot
Delivery Method
Online proctored by ATI, online proctored by an institution, in person at an institution, or in person at a PSI testing centre
- 150 of the 170 questions are scored; the other 20 are unscored pretest items and candidates cannot identify them.
- Each section is timed separately: Reading 55 minutes, Mathematics 57 minutes, Science 60 minutes, English and Language Usage 37 minutes.
- You may move back and forth within an open section, but a closed section cannot be reopened.
- ATI provides a short 10-minute break between the Mathematics and Science sections that does not count against exam time.
- Personal calculators are prohibited. An on-screen calculator is provided for the Mathematics section.
- All personal items including bags, phones, notes, food, and drinks are prohibited in the testing room.
How scoring works
Score scale
0.0 to 100 percent for the Total Score, each Content Area score, and each Sub-Content Area score
Score needed to pass
None set by ATI. Each nursing or allied health programme sets its own minimum.
Roughly what that means raw
150 of the 170 questions are scored. The 20 unscored pretest items do not contribute to any reported score, and candidates cannot identify them.
When results arrive
A preliminary score appears immediately on finishing. ATI's TEAS at ATI page states the finalised score is available within three business days excluding weekends and major holidays, while its exam registration page states four business days for remote TEAS at ATI exams; plan on four. A TEAS at PSI score usually posts to your ATI account within 48 to 72 hours.
How the scale is built
Total and Content Area scores are equated: they are the percentage of items answered correctly, adjusted for differences in form difficulty so that results are comparable across exam versions. Because of that adjustment you cannot recalculate them from the rest of the score report. Sub-Content Area scores are plain percentages of items answered correctly with no equating applied.
- ATI warns that Sub-Content Area scores should not be compared across different exam forms because they are not equated.
- The score report is the Individual Performance Profile, which lists Total, Content Area, and Sub-Content Area results together.
- TEAS scores are usually valid for two years, but each school sets its own admissions criteria.
- There is no penalty for a wrong answer, so an unanswered question is strictly worse than a guess.
- One free transcript is included with exam registration.
Pacing and time budget
170 questions in 209 minutes gives you About 74 seconds averaged across the exam, but the four sections have different per-question budgets: Reading 73 seconds, Mathematics 90 seconds, Science 72 seconds, English 60 seconds per question.
| At this point | You should have answered |
|---|---|
| 55 min | All 45 Reading questions, since the Reading clock ends here |
| 112 min | All 83 Reading and Mathematics questions |
| 172 min | All 133 questions through the end of Science, not counting the 10-minute break |
| 209 min | All 170 questions, with English and Language Usage complete |
- Each section has its own clock and unused time does not carry into the next section.
- The 10-minute break between Mathematics and Science sits outside the 209 minutes, so the wall clock runs longer than the exam clock.
- English and Language Usage is the tightest section at 60 seconds a question and it comes last, when concentration is lowest.
- Mathematics is the most generous section at 90 seconds a question, so bank confidence there rather than rushing.
- Flag and revisit inside an open section, but never leave a section with unanswered questions, because you cannot reopen it.
Where the marks are
| Topic | Weight | Why it scores |
|---|---|---|
| Science | 29.3% (44 of 150 scored items) | The largest scored section on the exam. It also has the most concentrated single sub-content area, so time invested here converts into points more directly than anywhere else. |
| Reading | 26% (39 of 150 scored items) | The second largest block and the one where practice moves scores fastest, because the skills tested are the same three across all 39 items rather than a wide body of facts. |
| Mathematics | 22.7% (34 of 150 scored items) | Only two sub-content areas cover all 34 scored items, so the syllabus is narrow. An on-screen calculator is provided, which means errors come from problem setup rather than arithmetic. |
| English and Language Usage | 22% (33 of 150 scored items) | The smallest scored block but the tightest on time at 60 seconds a question, so preparation here buys speed as much as knowledge. |
| Human anatomy and physiology | 18 scored items | The single largest sub-content area on the entire exam, larger than any other by three items. It is also pure recall, which makes it the most reliable place to add points through flashcards. |
| Numbers and algebra | 18 scored items | Tied for the largest sub-content area on the exam. Fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions recur across the whole section, and the same skills reappear in dosage work later in a nursing programme. |
| Measurement and data | 16 scored items | The second Mathematics sub-content area, covering unit conversion and reading charts and tables. It overlaps with scientific reasoning in the Science section, so preparation counts twice. |
| Key ideas and details, and integration of knowledge and ideas | 15 scored items each | These two Reading sub-content areas together carry 30 of the 39 scored Reading items. Craft and structure carries only 9, so a Reading study plan should spend roughly three quarters of its time on the other two. |
The numbers
170 questions, 150 scored, 20 unscored pretest items
Total questions and scored questions
Source: ATI, ATI TEAS Exam Details page
209 minutes
Total testing time
Source: ATI, ATI TEAS Exam Details page
$120 for TEAS at ATI and TEAS at PSI; institution pricing varies
Exam fee
Source: ATI help centre, What is the cost of the ATI TEAS exam?
40 percent
Test takers who must retake
Source: ATI, ATI TEAS exam page at atitesting.com/teas
0.0 to 100 percent, equated for Total and Content Area scores
Score scale
Source: ATI help centre, How is the ATI TEAS Test Scored?
Usually 2 years, set by each school
Score validity
Source: ATI, Your Top TEAS Questions Answered
If you fail
Wait before retaking
14 days between attempts for a TEAS at ATI exam. For an institution-proctored exam the school sets the wait, and a 30-day requirement is common.
Attempt limit
ATI does not publish a lifetime attempt cap for TEAS at ATI exams. Programmes commonly limit how many attempts they will accept, so check your school's admissions policy.
Retake fee
Full price again: $120 for a TEAS at ATI or TEAS at PSI exam, or the price your institution charges
You may schedule several TEAS at ATI exams in advance provided 14 days separate each attempt. A TEAS at ATI appointment can be rescheduled up to 48 hours beforehand for a $15 change fee, and not every exam type allows rescheduling at all. Because a TEAS at ATI score stays preliminary for several business days before a transcript can go out, count backwards from your application deadline when planning a second attempt.
Exam Domains & Topics
The largest scored section and the one that decides most TEAS outcomes. ATI allocates 50 questions and 60 minutes, of which 44 questions are scored. Human anatomy and physiology alone accounts for 18 scored items, more than any other sub-content area on the whole exam, followed by scientific reasoning and biology at 9 each and chemistry at 8.
Key Topics to Master:
- Human anatomy and physiology: 18 scored items
- Body systems including cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, and endocrine
- Biology: 9 scored items, including cells, genetics, and macromolecules
- Scientific reasoning: 9 scored items, including experimental design and interpreting data
- Chemistry: 8 scored items, including atomic structure, bonding, and chemical reactions
- Reading tables, graphs, and experimental results
The first section you sit and the longest by question count, with 45 questions in 55 minutes and 39 of them scored. ATI splits it into key ideas and details at 15 scored items, integration of knowledge and ideas at 15, and craft and structure at 9. The passages include informational text, instructions, labels, and graphics rather than literature.
Key Topics to Master:
- Key ideas and details: 15 scored items
- Integration of knowledge and ideas: 15 scored items
- Craft and structure: 9 scored items
- Main idea, topic, and supporting detail
- Author purpose, point of view, and tone
- Following multi-step written directions
- Interpreting graphics, labels, legends, and schedules
- Distinguishing fact from opinion and evaluating an argument
38 questions in 57 minutes with 34 scored, the shortest section by question count but not the easiest. Numbers and algebra contributes 18 scored items and measurement and data contributes 16. An on-screen calculator is provided, so the difficulty sits in setting the problem up correctly rather than in the arithmetic.
Key Topics to Master:
- Numbers and algebra: 18 scored items
- Measurement and data: 16 scored items
- Fractions, decimals, percentages, and conversions between them
- Ratios, proportions, and rates including dosage-style calculations
- Solving equations and translating word problems into equations
- Order of operations and estimation
- Metric and standard unit conversion
- Reading and interpreting charts, graphs, and tables
- Measures of central tendency and simple statistics
The shortest section, 37 questions in 37 minutes with 33 scored, which leaves roughly one minute per question and no slack. ATI splits it into conventions of standard English at 12 scored items, knowledge of language at 11, and using language and vocabulary to express ideas in writing at 10. It comes last, when concentration is lowest.
Key Topics to Master:
- Conventions of standard English: 12 scored items
- Knowledge of language: 11 scored items
- Using language and vocabulary to express ideas in writing: 10 scored items
- Spelling, punctuation, and capitalisation
- Sentence structure, fragments, and run-ons
- Subject-verb agreement and pronoun agreement
- Formal against informal register
- Context clues and word meaning
- Prefixes, suffixes, and root words
Recommended Study Plan
- 1Find the minimum TEAS score your target programmes require and write each one down
- 2Sit a full-length practice test under timed conditions to get a baseline by content area
- 3Record your four content area percentages and rank them worst to best
- 4Note which sub-content areas dropped below 60 percent
- 5Book the exam date so the plan has a fixed end point
- 1Study the cardiovascular and respiratory systems including structures and their functions
- 2Draw the path of blood through the heart and lungs from memory
- 3Learn the levels of organisation from cell to tissue to organ to system
- 4Learn the anatomical directional terms and body planes
- 5Answer 30 anatomy practice questions and review every wrong answer
- 1Study the nervous, endocrine, and muscular systems
- 2Study the digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems
- 3Study the skeletal, integumentary, and immune systems
- 4Build one flashcard per organ with structure on the front and function on the back
- 5Answer 30 more anatomy practice questions and note which system still fails
- 1Study cell structure, the cell cycle, and mitosis against meiosis
- 2Study macromolecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids
- 3Study basic genetics including Punnett squares and dominant against recessive traits
- 4Study atomic structure, the periodic table, and ionic against covalent bonding
- 5Study chemical reactions, balancing equations, and the pH scale
- 1Study experimental design: independent, dependent, and controlled variables
- 2Practise interpreting a results table and identifying what it does and does not show
- 3Learn how to evaluate whether a conclusion follows from the data given
- 4Sit a timed 50-question Science block in 60 minutes
- 5Review the block by sub-content area and repeat any area under 70 percent
- 1Drill fractions, decimals, and percentages until conversion is automatic
- 2Practise ratios, proportions, and rate problems including dosage-style setups
- 3Solve one-variable and two-step equations from word problems
- 4Practise order of operations and estimation without a calculator first
- 5Repeat 20 problems using only an on-screen four-function calculator
- 1Learn metric prefixes and practise metric to standard conversions
- 2Practise perimeter, area, and volume for common shapes
- 3Read and interpret bar charts, line graphs, scatter plots, and tables
- 4Calculate mean, median, mode, and range from a data set
- 5Sit a timed 38-question Mathematics block in 57 minutes
- 1Practise finding the main idea, topic, and supporting details in informational passages
- 2Practise summarising a passage in one sentence without looking back
- 3Work through multi-step written instructions and answer sequence questions
- 4Practise identifying stated against implied information
- 5Answer 25 reading questions timed at 73 seconds each
- 1Practise interpreting graphics, labels, legends, maps, and schedules
- 2Compare two passages on the same topic and identify where they disagree
- 3Practise identifying author purpose, point of view, and tone
- 4Separate fact from opinion and identify unsupported claims
- 5Sit a timed 45-question Reading block in 55 minutes
- 1Drill punctuation, capitalisation, and commonly confused spellings
- 2Practise identifying fragments, run-ons, and misplaced modifiers
- 3Drill subject-verb agreement and pronoun-antecedent agreement
- 4Practise formal against informal register and audience-appropriate word choice
- 5Practise context clues, prefixes, suffixes, and root words on unfamiliar terms
- 6Sit a timed 37-question English block in 37 minutes
- 1Sit a complete 170-question practice test in one 209-minute sitting
- 2Score by content area and by sub-content area
- 3Compare against your week one baseline and note which areas moved
- 4Spend two sessions on the weakest sub-content area
- 5List every question type that cost you time rather than knowledge
- 1Re-study the two weakest sub-content areas from the practice test
- 2Practise multiple select items specifically, since partial answers score nothing
- 3Practise ordered response and hot spot items until the interface is familiar
- 4Redo every question you got wrong in week 11 and explain why the right answer is right
- 5Re-test only the weakest section under timed conditions
- 1Sit a second complete timed practice test, including the 10-minute break after Mathematics
- 2Check your per-section finishing times against 55, 57, 60, and 37 minutes
- 3Practise leaving no question blank, since there is no penalty for a wrong answer
- 4Review anatomy and physiology one more time, as it is the single largest sub-content area
- 5Confirm your score now clears the minimum your programmes require
- 1Confirm your government-issued photo ID name matches your ATI registration exactly
- 2For a remote exam, clear the room and test the camera, microphone, and internet connection
- 3For an in-person exam, plan to arrive 30 minutes early and check parking
- 4Review flashcards for anatomy, chemistry formulas, and metric conversions only
- 5Confirm which schools should receive your transcript and how to submit it
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Best Study Resources
ATI TEAS Exam Details page
Official exam specificationATI's own breakdown of the 170 questions and 209 minutes, the four sections with their question counts and times, and every sub-content area with its scored item count. This is the source of truth for what is on the exam.
Free
ATI TEAS Comprehensive Package
Official prep bundleATI's largest bundle: SmartPrep tutorial, three exam-like practice tests, an anatomy and physiology practice test, the official study guide in print or ebook, 44 instructional videos, score reports, and 90-day access to the mobile app and flashcards. ATI counts 3,990 practice questions across the bundle and 1,600 flashcards.
$169, which ATI lists against a $382 value
ATI TEAS Basic Package
Official prep bundleThree exam-like practice tests, an anatomy and physiology practice test, the official study guide in print or ebook, and score reports. ATI counts 3,290 practice questions. It is the cheapest ATI bundle that still includes full-length practice tests.
$99, which ATI lists against a $129 value
ATI TEAS Study Guide 2026-2027
Official study guideCovers the four subject areas with key terms and exam tips, one practice test, and 620 practice questions by ATI's count. Sold as a printed book or an ebook, and the lowest-cost official resource that maps directly to the exam blueprint.
From $19.99
ATI TEAS Mobile App
Official practice appUp to 2,300 questions with rationales for both correct and incorrect answers. The free version is the cheapest way to start question practice before committing to a bundle.
Free version, $16.99 for 30 days, $35.99 for 90 days
ATI TEAS free online practice test
Official practice testATI offers a free practice test through its help centre, added to your cart at no charge. Use it in week one to establish a baseline before paying for anything.
Free
ATI TEAS Practice Test Form A and Form B
Official practice testsTwo distinct question sets that mirror the real exam structure. The $69 package pairs both with an anatomy and physiology practice test and score reports, which ATI counts as 2,670 practice questions. Sitting one early and one late gives a clean before-and-after read on whether your study plan is working.
$29.99 for Form A or Form B; $69 for the Practice Test Package
ATI TEAS FAQ Center
Official help centreATI's searchable policy articles covering cost by proctor type, retake waits, ID rules, room requirements for remote exams, transcript submission, and how scores are calculated.
Free
ATI TEAS Flashcards
Official study aid1,600 exam-aligned cards with 30 days of access. Most useful for the anatomy and physiology sub-content area, which is the single biggest block of scored items on the exam.
$19.99
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Studying for a score without knowing what your programme requires
ATI sets no passing score. Every nursing and allied health programme publishes its own minimum, and they differ widely. Look up the requirement for each school on your list in week one, then aim at the highest of them rather than at a number from a forum.
Giving all four sections equal study time
Science carries 44 of the 150 scored items and Reading carries 39, while English carries 33. Anatomy and physiology alone is 18 scored items, more than any other sub-content area. Weight your hours toward Science and Reading in proportion to the item counts ATI publishes.
Leaving a section early to bank time for a later one
Each section is timed separately and time does not carry over. Once you close a section you cannot reopen it. Use the full 55, 57, 60, and 37 minutes on the section in front of you, and review flagged questions before you advance.
Practising Mathematics with a scientific calculator
Personal calculators are prohibited and ATI provides an on-screen calculator for the Mathematics section only. Practise the entire Mathematics section with a basic on-screen calculator so that keying and rounding do not slow you down on the day.
Treating multiple select items like multiple choice
Select all that apply items require every correct option and no incorrect ones. Read the stem twice, decide independently on each option, and count how many you have marked before moving on.
Skipping the 10-minute break to save time
ATI states the break between Mathematics and Science does not come out of your exam time. Science is the biggest scored section and immediately follows the break, so taking it costs you nothing and protects the section that matters most.
Running the English section at the same pace as Reading
English gives 37 questions in 37 minutes, which is 60 seconds each, while Reading gives 45 questions in 55 minutes, which is 73 seconds each. English is the tightest section on the exam and it comes last. Practise it at exact pace rather than in untimed drills.
Booking the exam before checking the retake rule at your test site
For a TEAS at ATI exam, ATI requires 14 days between attempts. For an institution-proctored exam, the school sets the rule and a 30-day wait is common. If your application deadline is close, that difference decides whether a second attempt is possible at all.
Registering with a name that does not match your ID
You need a physical government-issued photo ID whose name matches the name used at registration. Accepted documents include a United States state or territory driving licence or ID card, a United States passport or passport card, a military ID, a permanent resident card, a visa, or a foreign government passport.
Assuming your score reaches the school automatically
One free transcript is included with exam registration, but how it reaches a school depends on how you sat the exam. Check ATI's transcript article for your proctor type, and note that a TEAS at ATI score stays preliminary for up to four business days after the exam before it can be sent.
Exam Day Tips
- 1
Arrive at an in-person test centre at least 30 minutes before your scheduled start, or log in 30 minutes early for a remote exam.
- 2
Bring a physical government-issued photo ID; a photograph or digital copy on a phone is not accepted.
- 3
Leave all personal items outside the testing room, including bags, phones, notes, food, and drinks.
- 4
For a remote exam, clear your desk, use a quiet room with nothing visible or within reach, and stay in view of the camera for the whole session.
- 5
Do not bring a calculator; the on-screen calculator appears automatically in the Mathematics section.
- 6
Plan the sections at 73 seconds per Reading question, 90 seconds per Mathematics question, 72 seconds per Science question, and 60 seconds per English question.
- 7
Answer every question, because there is no penalty for a wrong answer and an unanswered question scores nothing.
- 8
Flag and revisit questions inside a section while it is still open, since you cannot return once it closes.
- 9
Take the 10-minute break between Mathematics and Science; ATI does not deduct it from your exam time.
- 10
Expect a preliminary score immediately after finishing, with a finalised score in your ATI account within a few business days.
Career Paths & Salary Ranges
Licensed practical or licensed vocational nurse
BLS reports a May 2024 median annual wage of $62,340 for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses, with 651,400 jobs in 2024 and about 54,400 openings projected each year. LPN programmes typically run about one year and are the fastest TEAS-gated route into paid nursing work.
$62,340 median
Radiologic technologist
BLS reports a May 2024 median annual wage of $77,660 for radiologic technologists and technicians. Many allied health programmes use the TEAS for admission, and the Science section maps directly onto the anatomy content these programmes open with.
$77,660 median
Respiratory therapist
BLS reports a May 2024 median annual wage of $80,450 for respiratory therapists and projects 12 percent employment growth from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the 3 percent average for all occupations. Entry typically needs an associate degree, and TEAS results are a common admissions requirement.
$80,450 median
MRI technologist
BLS reports a May 2024 median annual wage of $88,180 for magnetic resonance imaging technologists. BLS notes that MRI technologists also typically need several years of related work experience, so this is usually a second step rather than a first job.
$88,180 median
Registered nurse
BLS reports a May 2024 median annual wage of $93,600 for registered nurses, 3,391,000 jobs in 2024, and about 189,100 openings projected each year over the decade. This is the destination most TEAS candidates are aiming at, through an associate degree, a diploma, or a bachelor of science in nursing.
$93,600 median
Prerequisites & Requirements
- No formal academic prerequisite is set by ATI. Eligibility rules come from the programme you are applying to.
- A physical government-issued photo ID whose name matches your registration: a United States state or territory driving licence or ID card, a United States passport or passport card, a United States military ID, a permanent resident card, a visa, or a foreign government issued passport.
- An ATI student account, created during registration.
- For a remote proctored exam, a computer that meets ATI's device requirements, a working webcam and microphone, and a quiet private room with no personal items visible or in reach.
- Confirmation of your school's requirements before you register, since programmes differ on which proctor types they accept and which score they require.
- Accommodations for documented disabilities are available under the Americans with Disabilities Act and should be arranged before registering.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the ATI TEAS cost?
ATI lists TEAS at ATI exams at $120 and TEAS at PSI exams at $120. Exams taken at institutions vary, because each testing location sets its own price and may add proctor, scheduling, room, or remote monitoring fees. ATI does not publish an average across those sittings, so confirm the figure with your test site before you register.
What is a passing score on the TEAS?
There is no national passing score. Each nursing and allied health programme sets its own minimum, so the score you need depends on where you are applying. Check every programme on your list before you register.
How many questions are on the TEAS 7 and how long is it?
170 questions in 209 minutes. 150 questions are scored and 20 are unscored pretest items. Reading is 45 questions in 55 minutes, Mathematics is 38 questions in 57 minutes, Science is 50 questions in 60 minutes, and English and Language Usage is 37 questions in 37 minutes.
How is the TEAS scored?
ATI reports a Total Score, four Content Area scores, and Sub-Content Area scores, all from 0.0 to 100 percent. Total and Content Area scores are equated, meaning the percentage of items answered correctly adjusted for differences in form difficulty. Sub-Content Area scores are plain percentages and ATI warns they should not be compared across forms.
Can I go back to a question I already answered?
Yes, within an open section. You may move back and forth among the questions in the active section. Once you close a section and move to the next one, you cannot go back to the closed section.
Is there a break during the TEAS?
Yes. ATI provides a short 10-minute break between the Mathematics and Science sections, and students do not lose exam time during that break. There is no other scheduled break in the 209 minutes.
Can I use a calculator?
Personal calculators are not allowed. ATI provides an on-screen calculator for the Mathematics section. Practise with a basic four-function calculator so the on-screen version does not slow you down.
How soon can I retake the TEAS if I fail?
It depends on where you tested. For a TEAS at ATI exam, ATI requires 14 days between attempts, and you may schedule attempts in advance as long as 14 days separate each one. For an institution-proctored exam the school sets the policy, and a 30-day wait is common.
How much does a retake cost?
A retake is a new exam registration at the same price, so $120 for a TEAS at ATI or TEAS at PSI exam, or whatever your institution charges. ATI states that no returns, refunds, or credits are available for TEAS prep products, and a change of exam date within the allowed window costs $15.
Can I reschedule my exam?
A TEAS at ATI exam may be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the original exam date for a $15 change fee. Not all exam types allow rescheduling, so read ATI's rescheduling policy for your proctor type before you pay.
Can I take the TEAS at home?
Yes, through TEAS Online proctored by ATI or TEAS Online proctored by your institution. You need a quiet room with nothing personal visible or within reach, a working webcam and microphone, and you must stay in view of the camera for the whole exam.
What ID do I need?
A physical government-issued photo ID that matches the name you registered with. ATI accepts a United States state or territory issued driving licence or ID card, a United States passport or passport card, a United States military ID, a United States permanent resident card, a United States visa, or a foreign government issued passport.
What can I bring into the testing room?
Nothing. All personal items including bags, phones, notes, food, and drinks are prohibited in the testing room. For remote exams the same rule applies to anything visible or within reach in your room.
Are accommodations available?
ATI states that accommodations may be available to individuals with documented disabilities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Arrange them before registering rather than on exam day.
When do I get my TEAS score?
You receive a preliminary score immediately when you finish. For a TEAS at ATI exam, ATI's TEAS at ATI page states three business days excluding weekends and major holidays, while its registration page states four business days for remote exams. A TEAS at PSI score usually posts to your ATI account within 48 to 72 hours.
How do schools receive my score?
One free transcript is included with your exam registration. How the transcript is submitted depends on how you sat the exam, and a TEAS at ATI score stays in preliminary status for several business days before it can be sent, so build that delay into an application deadline.
How long are TEAS scores valid?
ATI states TEAS scores are usually valid for two years, with exceptions, because each school sets its own admissions criteria. Confirm the limit with each programme rather than assuming two years everywhere.
How many people have to retake the TEAS?
ATI states on its own TEAS exam page that 40 percent of test takers must retake the TEAS. ATI does not publish a pass rate, because there is no national passing score to measure one against.
How is TEAS 7 different from TEAS 6?
ATI released Version 7 on June 3, 2022. Both versions have 170 questions and 209 minutes, but Version 7 changed the sub-content structure and added question types beyond plain multiple choice, including multiple select, fill in the blank, ordered response, and hot spot items. Current ATI prep materials are aligned to Version 7.
How does the TEAS compare to the HESI A2?
Both are United States nursing school admissions exams and many programmes accept only one of them. The TEAS is a fixed 170-question, 209-minute exam across four sections with a $120 list price for ATI and PSI sittings. The HESI A2 is built from a set of subject exams that each school selects from, so its length, content, and price depend on the programme. Check which exam your target schools require before booking either.
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