The ATI (Assessment Technologies Institute) TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a required test for applying to the registered nursing program and the practical nursing program. The ATI TEAS measures basic essential skills in the academic content domains of Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and language usage. The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is widely used to assess the academic preparedness of nursing and allied health program applicants in the United States. The TEAS predicts the performance of incoming candidates and helps educators gain advance knowledge of the strengths of students who are accepted into the program. In August 2016, ATI released a new version of the TEAS called the ATI TEAS. At that time, the prior version of the exam (TEAS V) was retired. The ATI TEAS is similar in difficulty level to the TEAS V and was updated to ensure that it is applicable and relevant to today’s nursing programs. Content updates were made to align with current education standards deemed important for entry-level health science applicants to possess. The ATI TEAS is given in both paper-and-pencil and computerized formats, and all test items are four-option, multiple-choice questions.
The ATI TEAS test contains 170 multiple choice questions in the areas of: Reading, Mathematics, Science, English and Language Usage.
The ATI TEAS is a computerized proctored test. The test is limited to 209 minutes (3 hours and 39 minutes). There are no scheduled bathroom breaks.
The cost of the TEAS is $93. Other sites may vary in cost.
For the RN Traditional & RN Accelerated programs a composite score of 65% is preferred and 60% is required.
For the practical nursing program a composite score of 55% is preferred and 50% is required.
The breakdown for the new ATI TEAS, the sixth edition of the test, is as follows:
Content Area - Number of Questions - Time Limit Reading - 53 - 64 minutes Mathematics - 36 - 54 minutes Science - 53 - 63 minutes English and Language Usage - 28 - 28 minutes
Total - 170 - 209 minutes
The ATI TEAS Test syllabus at a glance:
Reading Number of Questions 53 Time Limit (Minutes) 64 min Specific Content Covered Key ideas and details, Craft and structure, Integration of knowledge & ideas
Mathematics Number of Questions 36 Time Limit (Minutes) 54 min Specific Content Covered Numbers and algebra, Measurement and data
Science Number of Questions 53 Time Limit (Minutes) 63 min Specific Content Covered Human anatomy & physiology, Life and physical sciences, Scientific reasoning
Mathematics Number of Questions 36 Time Limit (Minutes) 54 min Specific Content Covered Conventions of standard English, Knowledge of language, Vocabulary acquisition.
Registering For The Exam Before you can register for the TEAS, you must create an account at the ATI testing website, www.atitesting.com Once you have an account set up, you can view more information about the registration process, fees, payment options, and score reports.
There are two ways to register for the TEAS exam. Most test-takers register for the test at www.atitesting.com You can also register at a PSI test site by going to: https://candidate.psiexams.com (or via the link on the ATI main page) and following the instructions. However, if you sign up for the exam through the PSI site, you still need to pay your registration fee at the ATI website. Once you’ve registered, you will receive a receipt/confirmation email from ATI containing the ID # required by PSI to complete scheduling of the test. Note that you will not be able to schedule an exam with PSI unless you pay your exam fee on the ATI website. You may also call PSI at 1-800-733-9267 24 hours after payment for the examination to schedule a time and location to take the TEAS. They will require the ID # from your purchase confirmation so make sure you have the number available. Keep in mind that there is a no-refund policy on TEAS registration. If you register at www.atitesting.com, all registrations are final. If you’re unable to attend the scheduled test date, you must re-register and pay for a new exam date. Check with your nursing program for specific scoring and entrance requirements regarding the TEAS. You should also find out the nursing school’s policy on retaking the TEAS.
Can I Use A Calculator On The ATI TEAS? Yes. The ATI TEAS allows for the use of a four-function calculator. Please do not bring your own calculator to the testing center, as a calculator will be embedded within the online version of the exam. For paper-and-pencil versions of the TEAS, the testing center will provide a four-function calculator.
What To Bring To The Test (And What Not To Bring) Be sure to bring: Valid photo identification of yourself, such as a driver’s license, passport, or green card. To be admitted to the test, your ID must be government-issued and contain a current photograph, a permanent address, and your signature. A photo credit card or student ID are not sufficient to meet the criteria for the test. If you’re taking the paper-and-pencil version of the exam, be sure to bring two sharpened No. 2 pencils with erasers. No other writing utensils are allowed. Calculators will be provided for certain sections of the TEAS. If you’re taking the online version of the test, you must bring your login information with you. Your student account must be created beforehand at www.atitesting.com prior to the day of the test.
Do not bring: Additional clothing, including jackets, coats, and hats. All clothing is subject to inspection by the test proctor. (Allowances may be made for religious apparel.) Personal items of any kind, such as purses, backpacks, duffel bags, and computer cases. Electronic devices of any kind, including cell phones, smart phones, beepers/pagers, and digital watches. Food or drink, unless you have a documented medical need for such an item.
Join 4M+ learners. Unlock unlimited quizzes, wrong-answer tracking, flashcards + reminders, study guides, and 1-on-1 challenges.