About the ATI TEAS

Before you register for the exam, contact the school(s) in which you are applying. They will provide important deadline dates, as well as information on where you should take your ATI TEAS Exam and more.

Be sure to have the following details prior to registration:

• Location to take the ATI TEAS Exam – You have three options. TEAS, at a school’s campus (in-person) or online remote proctored by your school; TEAS at ATI, an online exam remote proctored by ATI; or TEAS at PSI, at a PSI National Testing Center. If you are choosing a TEAS online remote proctored exam (ATI or Institution), please make sure you meet the system and internet requirements prior to purchasing your test. Visit our ATI TEAS Remote Proctored Exam page here.
• The score you need on the ATI TEAS Exam to apply
• How long it takes before you get your TEAS Exam score (immediate or 48-72 business hours)
• The last date to submit your ATI TEAS Exam results
• Their Second Attempt Policy: Many schools have a 30-day wait period before you can test again.
• Total number of ATI TEAS Exam attempts allowed in one year. On average, schools only allow 3 TEAS Exam attempts per year.

Before you register for the exam, contact the school(s) in which you are applying. They will provide important deadline dates, as well as information on where you should take your ATI TEAS Exam and more.

You have three different options on how to register and take your ATI TEAS Exam.

• TEAS – at your institution. This can either be on-campus (in-person) or online remote proctored by your institution.
• TEAS at ATI – an online remote proctored exam. ATI will remote proctor your exam using ATI proctors. We will have 2 sessions each day Monday – Friday at 9 am and 1 pm.
• TEAS at PSI – in-person, at a PSI Testing Center. PSI has testing centers across the United States that administer the TEAS exam. For a complete list of testing centers visit the PSI webpage here.

For an online, remote proctored exam (institution or ATI) – there are system and internet speed requirements. For a complete list of requirements visit our ATI Remote Proctor page.

Ensure that you have reviewed the “What do I need to know before I register for the ATI TEAS Exam” section of the FAQs before beginning the registration process. And make sure you know how you are taking the TEAS Exam. Your choices are: Institution/Testing Center, PSI Testing Center or ATI Remote Proctored Exam. If you are taking a remote proctored exam (institution or ATI, you must meet the system and internet requirements in order to take the exam. Please make sure you can meet these requirements before registering for the TEAS Exam.

Step 1: Visit www.atitesting.com/teas-prep.

Step 2: Scroll to the registration section of the page, and click “Start Registration”

Step 3: If you have an existing ATI account, select “Sign In”. If you need to create one, select “Create an Account”. *Note: It is important to remember your ATI login. You will need this on exam day. Students who do not have their ATI login may be turned away from taking the ATI TEAS Exam.

Step 4: Follow the prompts to complete your registration. *If testing at PSI: Within 24 hours, you will be sent an email from PSI that will give you a link to schedule your ATI TEAS Exam. You can either register online via the link provided by PSI or call 1-800-733-9267.

When you click the link to schedule your exam through PSI, you will need to create a username and password with PSI. Then follow the prompts to schedule your ATI TEAS exam. For a complete list of PSI testing Centers visit: https://candidate.psiexams.com/registration/testcenter_details.jsp?testid=2607&statename=California&country=USA

If you are taking a remoted proctored exam, you must make sure you have met these system and internet requirements.

**Note on ATI TEAS Transcripts: ATI offers reporting of TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) test results to schools as a convenience to nursing school applicants. However, it is solely your responsibility to ensure that each of your school applications, as well as your TEAS test results, is complete, properly submitted, and on file with each such school. Please note that if you are taking the TEAS exam at a school testing facility, your test results will automatically be forwarded to that school, in addition to any other school(s) that you have purchased to receive your test results. If you are taking a TEAS Remote Proctored Exam at ATI or a TEAS Exam at PSI, your results will NOT be automatically forwarded to a school unless you select a school at the time you purchase the ATI TEAS. If a school is not designated, you will have to purchase a transcript after you have completed the TEAS Exam.

Step 5: Once you are successfully registered, you will receive a confirmation email from ATI Nursing Education. Be sure to reference this prior to taking your exam. If you are taking a remote proctored exam (institution or ATI), you will receive a confirmation email in addition to an instructional email giving you important steps to take in order to take the remote version of the ATI TEAS.

If you are registering for the TEAS exam through a PSI testing center, you will need the Candidate or Student ID# that is located on your confirmation email from ATI.

Be sure to contact the school in which you are applying to understand their important deadlines and the number of attempts you have to pass the ATI TEAS Exam. Refer to the “What do I need to know before I register for the ATI TEAS Exam” section of the FAQs for all of the information that you should know.

No, once an exam date has been purchased it is final. Because of this, it is important to contact the school(s) in which you are applying to prior to registering for the exam to understand important deadlines and to give yourself at least 6 weeks to study prior to the exam.

If you can’t make the purchased session and have a documented emergency, please contact, 800-667-7531, and they can let you know where to send documentation. If you miss the original purchase date, it will not count against you as an attempt, however you will have to pay for additional dates.

Check with the school in which you are applying. Many schools have a mandatory 30-day wait period before taking the TEAS again.

Be sure to contact the school to understand the important deadlines involving the ATI TEAS Exam. Refer to the “What do I need to know before I register for the ATI TEAS Exam” section of the FAQs for all of the information that you should know.

Each school sets their own cut-score for the ATI TEAS Exam. Ensure that you understand the admissions requirements set by the school(s) in which you are applying.

Refer to the “What do I need to know before I register for the ATI TEAS Exam” section of the FAQs for all of the information that you should know.

If you are testing at an on-campus location: Upon completion of the online version of the ATI TEAS test, your test will be scored immediately, allowing you to view your ATI TEAS score report at that time. Note:  Some schools turn off this immediate viewing option.  Check with the school in which you are applying to understand when you can see your TEAS score. 

If you took a paper-pencil version of the ATI TEAS Test, ATI Nursing Education will score the test within 24 business hours of receiving it from the testing site.

If you are testing at PSI: Your ATI TEAS Exam results can take up to 72 business hours to populate into your account.  Please be aware that the date on your score report will reflect the date the exam posts into your ATI student account, not the date that you take the exam. Please ensure that you schedule the exam with this in mind.

Note about your score report: Your score report includes your total and content area scores. In addition, the report identifies specific topic areas you missed along with information on where you can review the content. You can access your ATI TEAS Score Report at any time through your ATI Account under My Results. 

ATI TEAS provides a Total score, Content Area scores (Reading, Math, Science, and English), and Sub-Content Area scores (e.g., Key Ideas and Details, Craft and Structure). While all of these score types range from 0.0 to 100%, they are calculated differently and, as a result, have different properties.

Total and Content Area scores are equated, meaning that they are based on the percentage of items answered correctly, but adjusted to account for differences across forms (different versions of the ATI TEAS exam). While this allows scores to be compared from one form (test) to another, it also means that these scores are not directly calculable from other information on the score report. Specifically, Content Area scores cannot be used to calculate the Total score, and Sub-Content Area scores cannot be used to calculate the Content Area scores.
In contrast, the Sub-Content Area scores are calculated as the percentage of questions in each sub-content area answered correctly. Because these scores are not equated across different forms of the exam, they should not be compared.

ATI offers reporting of TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) test results to schools as a convenience to nursing school applicants. However, it is solely your responsibility to ensure that each of your school applications, as well as your TEAS test results, is complete, properly submitted, and on file with each such school. Please note that if you are taking the TEAS exam at a school testing facility, your test results will automatically be forwarded to that school, in addition to any other school(s) that you have purchased to receive your test results.

If you want to send your transcript to a different school, visit http://www.atitesting.com/ati_store/product.aspx?zpid=942 to purchase and send an official ATI TEAS transcript to additional schools of your choice.

The ATI TEAS Exam is composed of 170 questions. These questions are four-option, multiple-choice questions.

The table below provides the number of questions and time limits for each section of the TEAS.

No. A 4-function calculator will be provided.

If you take the online version of the ATI TEAS Exam, a drop-down calculator is built into the exam. If you are taking the paper-pencil version of the ATI TEAS Exam, the proctor will provide a calculator.

No. A 4-function calculator will be provided.

If you take the online version of the ATI TEAS Exam, a drop-down calculator is built into the exam. If you are taking the paper-pencil version of the ATI TEAS Exam, the proctor will provide a calculator.

Yes. There are several different versions of the ATI TEAS Exam.

• Photo ID: To be admitted to your testing session, you will need to present proper photo identification, such as a driver’s license, passport, or green card.

You will not be admitted to the test if you do not have your ID or if your ID does not meet the following requirements: government-issued, current photograph, examinee signature, and permanent address. A credit card photo, temporary license or student ID does not meet these criteria.

• ATI Log-in Information: If you are taking the online version of the ATI TEAS Exam, you will need to create a student account at www.atitesting.com prior to test day (this will most likely be done at registration) and have your log-in information with you.  Test takers who do NOT have their ATI username and password, will not be able to take the exam. 
• Writing Instrument: Two sharpened No. 2 pencils with attached erasers. No other writing instruments are allowed.
• Additional Items Required by School: Please refer to the confirmation email you received following your ATI TEAS registration. Some schools require additional items be brought to the exam.

Plan ahead and leave the following items at home or in your car, as they are not permitted in the exam room.

• Additional Apparel: This includes, but is not limited to, jackets, coats, hats and sunglasses. Discretionary allowances are made for religious apparel. All apparel is subject to inspection by the proctor.
• Personal Items: This includes, but is not limited to, purses, computer bags, backpacks and duffel bags.
• Electronics: This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, smart phones, beepers/pagers, calculators (will be provided), and digital or smart watches.
• Food or Drink: This is only permitted as a documented, medically necessary item.

• Testing staff will check your photo ID, admit you to your test room, and direct you to a seat.
• Physically present proctors in the room are monitoring for odd or disruptive behavior. Do not engage in misconduct or disruption. If you do, you will be dismissed, and your exam will not be scored.
• A four-function calculator will be provided by the testing center. You will not be allowed to use calculators that have built-in functionalities or other special features.
• The proctor will provide you with scratch paper for use during the test. Scratch paper is not to be used before the exam or during breaks. All paper, in its entirety, must be returned to the proctor at the end of the testing session.
• After the Mathematics session, you may take a 10-minute break. During the break, DO NOT access any personal items.
• If you need to leave your seat at any time other than the break, raise your hand. Time for the exam section will not stop. Lost time cannot be made up.
• If, during the exam, you have a technical issue with your computer, or for any reason need the proctor, raise your hand.
• Test challenges or testing room complaints should be reported to the proctor before leaving the room on exam day.

Like any test you take, studying beforehand will significantly boost your chances for success. In fact, approximately 40% of students have to take the TEAS more than once! Prepping for the TEAS isn’t just helpful – it’s crucial.

ATI created the TEAS and then developed a variety of prep products to help you pass the exam the first time and earn your best score. Check out our prep options here.

The biggest mistake students make on the ATI TEAS Exam is not taking enough time to prepare. We recommend at least 6 weeks of preparation prior to taking the ATI TEAS Exam. 

Don’t just take our word for it! Here’s what some recent students had to say upon finishing the ATI TEAS.

As the writers of the ATI TEAS Exam, we recommend allowing at least 6 weeks prior to the exam to study.

If you are on a tighter schedule, don’t worry, we have a range of solutions to help you prepare that fits your timeline. To get you started, check out our six week study plan here, as well as our full range of study options here.

As the writers of the ATI TEAS Exam, we recommend that you check out our Facebook Page for live TEAS prep events, as well as previously recorded videos, and our ATI Student Blog for practice questions, TEAS tips and more.

Wanting additional prep? Check out our full range of study options here.

There is no difference in the TEAS test, however the biggest difference between an institution/testing center remote proctored exam and an ATI Remote Proctored Exam is who is doing the proctoring. With the restrictions imposed by COVID-19, many schools have had to greatly reduce their capacity of proctored TEAS exams. ATI is able to help schools administer the TEAS by adding remote proctored test sessions by ATI proctors.

If you are taking a remote proctored exam through an institution or testing center, you will need to contact that school or testing center in order to understand their accommodations policy. Each school will determine their own policy for accommodations.

If you are taking the ATI TEAS Remote Proctored Exam at ATI, these are the accommodations set forth for the TEAS exam:

Accommodations may be available to individuals with documented disabilities pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). ATI provides reasonable testing accommodations to candidates whose documented disabilities or other qualifying medical conditions hinder their ability to take the examination under standard conditions. To be considered for special accommodations, please notify ATI with the information below. Please be aware that submission of a request for an accommodation does not guarantee testing accommodations. Decisions will be made on a case - by - case basis considering the information submitted and in accordance with the law.

Requests for accommodations will be processed as quickly as possible. Candidates should allow for a minimum of 30 days for processing, with the understanding that some cases may take longer. Candidates should include all the required documentation (see instructions below for what is required) with their initial request.

To be considered for Accommodations, please send the following to [email protected] at least 30 days prior to testing/signing up for a testing date:

Attach a letter from an objective physician or healthcare professional qualified to diagnose the disability or medical condition and render an opinion as to the need for an accommodation. An “objective” professional is one who is not the requestor or related to the requestor. The letter must be dated within 2 years of the anticipated date of your exam. If you are a high school student, or post-secondary student who is within 2 years of high school graduation, an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) may be used in lieu of the letter provided the IEP is actively in place. The letter or IEP MUST include the following:

• The specific disability/diagnosis. Mental/emotional disabilities must be accompanied by a numerical DSM - IV classification code.
• A brief explanation of how this condition limits the candidate’s ability to take the exam under standard conditions.
• If this is not a permanent disability or diagnosis, include date first diagnosed, approximate duration, and method used to make the diagnosis.
• Specific accommodations required. These accommodations should be adequate without creating an unfair advantage. Please note that candidates who require extra time to complete the exam will be given 1 1/2 times the standard allotted time. If more time is needed, the letter or IEP must specifically state how much time is needed and why that amount of time is required.

If you are registering for a remote proctored exam that is being proctored by your institution/testing center, your TEAS transcript will automatically be sent to that school.

If you registered for a remote proctored exam at ATI, you will need to select the school in which to send a transcript at the time you purchase the TEAS Exam. If you do not select a school at the time of the TEAS registration purchase, you will have to purchase another transcript after you complete the TEAS exam.

ATI offers reporting of TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) test results to schools as a convenience to nursing school applicants. However, it is solely your responsibility to ensure that each of your school applications, as well as your TEAS test results, is complete, properly submitted, and on file with each such school.

Please visit our TEAS Remote Proctored Exam page here for more information on system requirements and expectations.

If you are taking an ATI TEAS Online Remote Proctored Exam, you will need an assessment/product ID in order to begin your test.

ATI TEAS via your Institution: the school will provide you with that assessment ID. You will receive your assessment/product ID either via an email from your institution or directly from the proctor prior to your exam. If you do not have an assessment/product ID, please contact the school who is administering the TEAS test.

If you are taking an ATI TEAS Online Remote Proctored Exam at ATI, you will get your assessment/product ID via email from ATI. It will also be available on your test card under the “test” tab in the ATI Student Portal when you log into ATI. Click on the (i) on the top right of the card and your TEAS exam information will appear. If you do not have an assessment/product ID, please contact ATI Customer Service at 1-800-667-7531.

If you experience issues when installing the Proctorio Chrome extension or any other questions prior to your exam, please contact ATI Support at 1.800.667.7531.

Remote Proctored by your Institution/Testing Center: If you experience technical issues during your assessment, contact Proctorio directly via the chat option in the Quiz Tools window.

Remote Proctored by ATI: If you experience technical issues on your test day or during your assessment, please contact ATI Test Security at: 1-844-956-2790.