The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a standardized admissions exam developed by Assessment Technologies Institute, used by the majority of Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) programs in the United States to evaluate academic readiness. The current version is TEAS 7, launched in 2022. It tests four sections: Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage over a total of 209 minutes. If your target nursing program is in the U.S., it very likely requires the TEAS — check the program’s admissions page to confirm which version and what minimum score they accept.

The HESI A2 (Health Education Systems Inc. Admission Assessment), published by Elsevier, is a pre-admission exam used by many nursing programs — particularly those affiliated with the Evolve/Elsevier learning platform. Unlike the TEAS, individual schools select which HESI A2 subtests to require — so your experience will vary significantly by program. Common required subtests include Vocabulary & General Knowledge, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Basic Math, and one or more science subtests (Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, Physics). Always confirm which subtests your specific program requires before beginning prep.

There is no single universal passing score. Each nursing program sets its own minimum composite score requirement — commonly between 58% and 75%. Many community college ADN programs accept scores in the Proficient range (58.7%–74.9%). Competitive BSN programs at universities, however, frequently require Advanced-range scores (75%–90.5%) and may use TEAS scores comparatively to rank applicants against each other. Knowing the average accepted score at your target program — not just the stated minimum — is essential for setting a realistic prep target.

ATI’s standard policy allows up to three attempts within a 12-month period, with a mandatory waiting period between attempts. However, individual nursing programs often impose stricter limits — some accept only your first attempt, others permit two. Always confirm your target program’s retake policy before scheduling a second attempt. This is why preparing thoroughly before your first attempt is critical — you should not plan your strategy around retakes.

Difficulty is subjective and depends heavily on the subtests your program requires. Many students find the HESI A2 science subtests — particularly Chemistry and Anatomy & Physiology — more content-intensive than the TEAS science section, especially if their foundational science background is limited. The TEAS 7 tends to prioritize reading comprehension and scientific reasoning at a slightly more generalized level. The HESI math section, while shorter, includes clinically specific dosage calculation problems. Neither exam is inherently “easier” — your relative performance will depend on your academic background and which sections you prepare for most thoroughly.

Our ATI TEAS 7 preparation covers all four official sections in full: Reading (key ideas, craft and structure, integration of knowledge — 45 scored items), Mathematics (numbers and algebra, measurement and data — 38 items), Science (human anatomy and physiology, life science, physical and earth science, scientific reasoning — 50 items), and English and Language Usage (conventions, vocabulary, knowledge of language — 37 items). We also cover test-taking strategy, pacing, and diagnostic assessment. Sessions can focus on specific sections or provide comprehensive coverage across all four.

Yes. Same-day and urgent prep sessions are available. A tutor is matched within 30 minutes of your order. With less than a week before your exam, the prep focus shifts to high-yield targeted review — your most critical weak sections, A&P body systems flashcards, math formula consolidation, and test-taking strategy — rather than comprehensive content coverage. We’re honest about what’s achievable: the goal with a short timeline is to maximize your current preparation and minimize test-day errors, not to cover everything from scratch. For same-day urgent help, see our same-day service.

Yes. Beyond the ATI TEAS entrance exam, ATI administers a full suite of proctored and non-proctored exams throughout nursing programs — including ATI Fundamentals, ATI Pharmacology, ATI Med-Surg, ATI Maternal Newborn, ATI Mental Health, and others. Our nursing-qualified tutors provide prep support for all ATI in-program exams, working through practice questions, concept explanations, and content review aligned to ATI’s exam blueprints. For comprehensive in-program academic support beyond ATI exams, visit our main nursing assignment help page.

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