How Much Does the TEAS Exam Cost?

The cost to take the TEAS exam is typically under $100, but will slightly vary depending on the specific testing location you select.

What is the Passing Score of the TEAS?

There is no predetermined passing or failing score for the TEAS exam itself. Each nursing program has established its own minimum score that changes annually, although most will require at least 70-80% for consideration. Consult the school’s application requirements for the minimum score required to pass and enroll. Please note that some programs will use a composite score while others will look at each section. Other schools admit the students who earned the best scores from each batch of applications.

How Many Times Can I Take the TEAS Exam?

You can view your exam results immediately after you have finished. If you receive a failing score according to the nursing program requirements, you may retake the TEAS exam anytime after a 30-day minimum waiting period. You cannot take the TEAS exam more than three times within a calendar year.

TEAS Exam Preparation Tips

Approximately 40% of students take the TEAS exam more than once, so dedicated and focused preparation for the exam is highly encouraged. ATI recommends at least six weeks of exam prep to allow yourself adequate time to cover all four of the core concepts and provides a corresponding study plan.

In general, familiarize yourself with time management and proper pacing to give yourself the best chance at a passing score on the TEAS. Take advantage of ATI TEAS practice materials; use these to estimate the time you need to read and answer each test item. You may access registration information and study guides on ATI’s website (www.atitesting.com). Here are some additional tips for each subject matter.

Reading Section Study Tips

Read the questions before reading the passage to give you clues about what to focus on.
Read all of the possible answer choices, even if you’re sure of the correct answer.
Practice distinguishing between an opinion and a fact.
Learn to identify different writing styles (narrative, persuasive, creative, etc.).
Focus on specific wording in questions to give you hints.
Read nursing care journals or health-related articles. Although the TEAS exam will not contain any specific medical questions, you’ll familiarize yourself with the general wording and get a feel for the exam.

Mathematics Section Study Tips

Take the practice tests using a physical calculator (not one on a phone or computer). One will be given to you to use during this section in the TEAS exam.
Familiarize yourself with the Order of Operations (“PEMDAS”).
Review your skills with converting percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Practice adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions and decimals.
Review common mathematical and arithmetic rules.

Science Section Study Tips

Have a general understanding and knowledge of basic physics and chemistry, including the Periodic Table of Elements.
Review human anatomy, physiology, and body systems.
Focus on questions about experimentation, scientific explanation, and reasoning.

English and Language Usage Study Tips

Focus on grammar rules, word spelling conventions, and general sentence structure.
Know the rules of punctuation and how to use them.
Identify the different parts of speech, including adverbs, pronouns, and possessives.
Use any available context clues and process of elimination to help narrow down answers.
Be able to define common prefixes and suffixes.