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Another popular nursing entrance exam is the TEAS or Test of Essential Academic Skills from Assessment Technologies Institute, LLC.It is administered by ATI Testing.

 The TEAS test covers four areas:

	Math (including whole numbers, algebraic equations, metric conversions, fractions and decimals)
	Reading (comprehension and reading rate)
	English (spelling, grammar, punctuation and vocabulary)
	Science (biology, chemistry, A&P, physical science, and general science)

Scoring

Most schools require at least a score of 50 on the math and reading comprehension sections. (Check with your school for specific expectations.) Students must be able to comprehend science textbooks which are written at a 10th grade reading level. This is considered to be the "norm" for adult reading levels for college applicants. Algebra is essential for medication calculations. The two combined give a good indication of the ability to use critical thinking skills which are essential to RN programs. The English and Science portions of the TEAS are counted by most schools with a minimum score. Check with your school for specific expectations on all sections.

What About Scores on the Other Sections of the NET?

All sections must be completed. The other 5 sections do not count towards eligibility. They are designed to help students and the schools predict success in nursing school. How outside stressors, coping skills as well as learning styles will affect individual progress.

Study Guides

The NET study guide is available at college libraries and resource centers or can be purchased online from ERI.

Other NET study guide options are also available from Amazon:

And these TEAS Test Guides from Amazon:

Can I Take It Again?

You may retest after 60 days for a maximum of three times in a year. Each time you must take the entire test. The cost of each exam is approximately $25.00(USD), but this can vary by school and location.

Where Can I Find Out More Information?

Contact the admissions department at your institution. They will be able to tell you if an entrance exam is required, and when and where it will be given.

Practice Tests Online

You can take free NET online practice tests. One such site is TestPrepReview.com.
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Sign Up Through Your School

Check with the schools you are applying to for entrance exam requirements. Most offer a testing date at their campus or have deadlines for submitting scores from previous testing.

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