The Test of Essential Academic Skills

What is the TEAS?

It is a multiple-choice exam that covers the following material:

• Reading – paragraph comprehension, passage comprehension, and inferences/conclusions (40 items, 50 minutes)
• Math – whole numbers, metric conversions, fractions, decimals, algebraic equations, percentages, and ratio/proportion (45 items, 56 minutes)
• Science – science reasoning, science knowledge, biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, basic physical principles, and general science (30 items, 38 minutes)
• English and Language Usage – punctuation, grammar, sentence structure, contextual words, and spelling (55 items, 65 minutes)

(Taken from http://www.atitesting.com/global/students/teas.aspx)

How can I prepare for the TEAS?

A TEAS Online Practice Assessment and the TEAS Study Manual are available for purchase. Practice Assessment: http://www.atitesting.com/global/students/teas-online-practice.aspx
Study Manual: http://www.atitesting.com/global/students/teas-study-manual.aspx

How will the TEAS be used as an admission criterion?

Students applying to CSUB’s traditional nursing program for Fall 2010 must have a TEAS adjusted individual total score of 70% or better. However, higher test scores will be rewarded with more points in the primary criteria. To see how points will be assigned for the TEAS, visit: http://www.csub.edu/nursing/preadmission/documents/entryAndScoreSheet.pdf

All TEAS results must be received by the Department of Nursing no later than May 29th, 2010. Applicants who have already taken the TEAS should have ATI send the results to CSUB. Requests to ATI to send scores can be made at: http://www.atitesting.com/onlinestore/productpage.aspx?code=109&isproduct=1

Can I take the TEAS more than once?

Yes. CSUB does not restrict the number of times a student takes the TEAS.

How do I register for the TEAS?

For more information on this, please see the registration form.

What do I need to bring to take the TEAS?

Students should bring a pencil, a photo ID, and credit card. Anyone without a proper ID or credit card will not be allowed to test. Calculators are not permitted.

How long will it take for me to get my TEAS scores?

Students testing at CSUB will receive their scores immediately after the examination.