ATI TEAS
Test of Essential Academic Skills
The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is an admissions exam used by many nursing and allied-health programs to assess academic readiness. The current ATI TEAS Version 7 covers Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage. Explore exam details, prepare around your test date, and connect with other people preparing for the TEAS.
EXAM AT A GLANCE
Questions
170
150 scored
Testing time
209
minutes
Sections
4
Version
7
current form
Passing score
Varies
set by program
Cost
$70–$120
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What the exam covers
Reading
45 · 55 min
Key ideas, structure, integration of knowledge.
Mathematics
38 · 57 min
Numbers, algebra, measurement, and data.
Science
50 · 60 min
Anatomy, biology, chemistry, scientific reasoning.
English and Language Usage
37 · 37 min
Grammar, language, and vocabulary.
About the ATI TEAS exam
The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a standardized admissions exam used by many nursing and allied-health programs to evaluate academic readiness. It is not a professional certification or licensure exam.
ATI TEAS Version 7 contains 170 questions—150 scored and 20 unscored pretest questions—with 209 minutes of total testing time. The exam covers Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage.
Who it’s for
Applicants to nursing (PN/VN, ADN, BSN) and allied-health programs that require the ATI TEAS.
- Testing time
- 209 minutes of testing (Reading 55, Math 57, Science 60, English 37). You cannot return to a closed section.
- Delivery
- In person or remote. Proctored by ATI, by your school or testing center, or at PSI. Register only for a format your program accepts.
- Passing score
- No universal pass mark. Each school sets composite and section cutoffs.
- Cost
- Fees typically range from $70–$120 depending on location and proctor. Check the exact price during registration.
- Validity
- Schools decide how long a score is accepted and how many attempts they allow. ATI does not set a national cutoff.
- Prerequisites
- None from ATI. Your program may require a specific version, testing location, or transcript destination.
Official exam page· Details verified October 2026
Exam details can change. Always confirm current requirements, fees, and exam policies with the certification provider before registering.
How to take the ATI TEAS exam
Before you register
- 1
Confirm your program accepts ATI TEAS and Version 7
- 2
Check accepted testing formats (in-person, remote, PSI, etc.)
- 3
Verify transcript destination requirements
ATI offers the same exam through several proctors: remote or in person with ATI, remote or in person with your institution or testing center, and TEAS at PSI. Register only for an option your school accepts. A score from the wrong sitting can be unusable.
Bring a physical government-issued photo ID. ATI includes one transcript with registration; how that transcript reaches a school depends on how you tested. Read ATI's reschedule policy before you pay — changes are limited once you are registered.
Fees typically range from $70–$120 depending on location and proctor. Check the exact price during registration.
How to prepare
01
Know your starting point
Use a practice assessment to identify which of the four subjects need the most attention.
02
Build your plan around your exam date
ATI recommends giving yourself at least six weeks to prepare when possible.
03
Spend more time on your weaker areas
Use your practice results rather than assuming every subject needs equal study time.
04
Practice the current question formats
Version 7 includes multiple-choice and alternate question types.
05
Practice under timed conditions
Each TEAS section has its own time limit, so include timed practice before exam day.
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FAQ
What is the ATI TEAS exam?
The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a standardized admissions exam used by many nursing and allied-health programs to evaluate academic readiness. It is not a professional certification or licensure exam.
What subjects are on the ATI TEAS?
ATI TEAS Version 7 covers four subjects: Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage.
How long is the ATI TEAS exam?
Version 7 contains 170 questions—150 scored and 20 unscored pretest questions—with 209 minutes of total testing time. The sections are timed separately: Reading 55 minutes, Mathematics 57 minutes, Science 60 minutes, and English and Language Usage 37 minutes.
What is a passing ATI TEAS score?
There is no universal passing score. Each nursing or allied-health program sets its own composite and section requirements. Check the programs you are applying to.
How much does the ATI TEAS cost?
Fees typically range from $70–$120 depending on location and proctor. Check the exact price during registration. An exam given by your school or testing center may be priced differently.
How do I register for the ATI TEAS?
Create an account at ATI, confirm which testing format your program accepts, and register for that option. The price for the option you select is shown before you pay. Bring a physical government-issued photo ID to the exam.
How long should I study for the ATI TEAS?
ATI recommends giving yourself at least six weeks to prepare when possible. Start with a practice assessment, then spend more time on the subjects where you need the most work.
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