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The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a standardized exam designed to assess basic academic skills in the areas of reading, math, science, English and language usage. The cost to take the TEAS exam is $95 (on campus) or $120 (remote). 

The exam consists of 170 questions with a total allotted testing time of 209 minutes:

  • Reading (45 questions; 55 minutes): Paragraph comprehension, passage comprehension, information source comprehension
  • Math (38 questions; 57 minutes): Numbers and operations, algebraic applications, data interpretation and measurement
  • Science (50 questions; 60 minutes): Biology, chemistry, human anatomy and physiology, life science, earth and physical science, scientific reasoning
  • English and Language Usage (37 questions; 37 minutes): Grammar and word meanings in context, sentence structure, punctuation and spelling

The WCTC Nursing program requires a minimum total score of 70%.

  • If you took the TEAS exam elsewhere and passed with a 70% or higher overall score, request official scores be sent to WCTC.
  • The WCTC Nursing program does not limit the number of times you can retake the exam; however, you will be charged a fee for each retest. The Nursing program strongly recommends waiting 30 days between retakes.
  • Currently, there is no expiration date for your score.

Register for the TEAS:

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Take the TEAS on Campus

Upcoming Dates

  • Tuesday, July 2 at 9 a.m.
  • Tuesday, July 9 at 11 a.m.
  • Thursday, July 11 at 9 a.m.

The cost to take the TEAS exam on campus is $95 ($70 exam fee + $25 TEAS seat assignment fee). The exam fee will be paid by credit/debit card on the day of the exam. You are not purchasing the exam in advance.

Follow these steps to take the TEAS on campus:

  1. Create an ATI account (Select "Create Account" in the top-right corner). You will not be registering for the exam with ATI.
    • The name on your ATI account must match your photo ID.
    • Set your institution to Waukesha County Technical College ADN.
    • Note your username and password. You will need this to access your exam.
  2. Pay the $25 TEAS Seat Assignment Fee.
    • Your payment number will be needed when reserving your seat in step 3.
  3. Reserve your seat.
    • Choose Nursing Pre-Admission Exam (TEAS).
    • Choose date/time and other required information.
    • You will receive a confirmation email after scheduling.

Bring on test day:

  • ATI account username and password
  • Current government-issued photo ID with name matching your ATI account
  • Valid credit or debit card that can be used to purchase the exam online ($70)

The Testing Center will provide you with scratch paper and pencils. The test includes an embedded calculator; no personal calculators are allowed.

Take the TEAS Remotely

The ATI TEAS can be taken at home through ATI. Complete these steps to register for the TEAS at ATI exam ($120).

  • These steps include information about system requirements, how to register and pay for your exam, and pre-exam day activities to make sure you're ready to go on exam day.
  • It is important to designate Waukesha County Technical College as your institution when creating your ATI account.

Please note:

  • Exams should be scheduled in accordance with WCTC's application deadlines for the Nursing program. The exam must be received and processed before the deadline date.
  • Email testingcenter@wctc.edu with your name and student ID number after completing your exam. Failure to notify the Testing Center will delay your application.

TEAS Preparation Resources

Disability Accommodations

On-campus Testing

If you need disability accommodations for the ATI TEAS, complete this online form at least 3 weeks before purchasing and scheduling your exam. If approved, you will receive information about how to register for an accommodated ATI TEAS session.

Remote Testing

If you plan to take the ATI TEAS remotely with accommodations, review the process to request accommodations through ATI. This request must be submitted at least 30 days before your exam date. If you need assistance with your request, please contact WCTC Student Accessibility at SAO@wctc.edu or 262.691.5318.