TEAS

About the TEAS

The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is used as part of the admissions process by nursing schools nationwide. Our test center accepts students who are applying to any nursing program, including SJSU.

You MUST first register for an account on the ATI website and obtain an ATI Paper/Pencil ID before you register for the test. Our center ONLY administers the paper-based version of the TEAS. Calculators are provided.

SJSU currently offers the TEAS 7.

The TEAS VII consists of 170 questions across 4 content areas: Reading (64 minutes), Mathematics (54 minutes), Science (63 minutes), and English (28 minutes), for a total of 3 hours and 29 minutes. Total test time is 4.5 hours.

Candidates will be assigned randomly to either a 8:00am or 1:30pm start time. You will receive your reporting time, room assignment, and instructions via e-mail about 3-5 days prior to the test. Please plan accordingly.

Who needs to take the TEAS?

ALL SJSU nursing applicants, prior to applying

The TEAS is offered several times per year. Take the TEAS early to ensure your scores are posted ahead of any registration or application deadlines. Scores are released on the ATI website 7-10 business days after the test.

Upcoming TEAS Test Dates

Test Date	Registration Period	Session Times Announced
Dec 3, 2022 (available Nov 2)	Open Reg ($50): Nov 2 - Nov 18 (5pm)	Nov 28-30
Jan 14, 2023 (available Nov 22)	Open Reg ($50): Nov 22 - Jan 6 (5pm)	Jan 9-10
Feb 4, 2023 (available Jan 10)	Open Reg ($50): Jan 10 - Jan 27 (5pm)	Feb 3-6
Mar 4, 2023 (available Jan 31)	Open Reg ($50): Jan 31 - Feb 17 (5pm)	Feb 24-27
Apr 1, 2023 (available Feb 21)	Open Reg ($50): Feb 21 - Mar 17 (5pm)	Mar 31- Apr 3
May 6, 2023 (available Mar 21)	Open Reg ($50): Mar 21 - Apr 21 (5pm)	Apr 28 - May 1
Jun 3, 2023 (available Apr 25)	Open Reg ($50): Apr 25 - May 19 (5pm)	May 26 - May 30
Jul 8, 2023 (available May 23)	Open Reg ($50): May 23 - Jun 23 (5pm)	Jun 30 - Jul 3
Aug 12, 2023 (available Jun 27)	Open Reg ($50): Jun 27 - Jul 28 (5pm)	Aug 4-7
Sep 2, 2023 (available Aug 1)	Open Reg ($50): Aug 1 - Aug 25 (5pm)	Sep 1-5
Oct 14, 2023 (available Aug 29)	Open Reg ($50): Aug 29 - Sep 29(5pm)	Oct 6-9
Nov 4, 2023 (available Oct 3)	Open Reg ($50): Oct 3 - Oct 20(5pm)	Nov 3-6
Dec 2, 2023 (available Oct 31)	Open Reg ($50): Oct 31 - Nov 17 (5pm)	Nov 28-30

TEAS Test Dates in 2023 will be released Oct 2022; dates will be similar.

Register For The TEAS (No late registration. FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.)
You must register EXACTLY as your name appears on your photo ID.
(Ex: If your ID says Samuel Leonidas Spartan Jr, do NOT use Sammy Spartan.)

Special Circumstances

I usually test with accommodations.
- If you receive disability-related accommodations, register for the test first and then contact the SJSU Accessible Education Center (AEC) to arrange accommodations at least one month prior to your exam.
I cannot test on Saturdays, for religious reasons.
- Register for the test first, then e-mail us to request religious accommodations before the test registration deadline. We can offer an alternate date.
I need to reschedule my TEAS.
- E-mail us before the test registration deadline. Include your SJSU ID number and the transaction number on your TEAS receipt. After registration closes, we will only reschedule in emergency cases with documentation (legal, medical, etc). We reserve the right to approve/deny all requests. Tests may only be rescheduled once at most.

Frequently Asked Questions

I am not a Nursing student. Do I need to take the TEAS?
- No. Only nursing applicants need to take the TEAS.
I am applying to other nursing programs, not SJSU. Can I still test at SJSU?
- Yes. We administer the test for students applying to any nursing program.
What is an ATI Paper/Pencil ID?
- This is a unique registration number, assigned by ATI, for each candidate taking the paper/pencil version of the TEAS, used by you and by your nursing programs to access your test score(s). You will need that ID number on the day of the test, otherwise you will not be allowed to test. In such cases, fees are forfeited.
I did not receive an admission ticket with my TEAS test time.
- Check your spam/junk folder. If it is not there, e-mail us. We will need your ATI number and your test registration receipt to look up your information.

For all other questions, please e-mail our office.