The ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (ATI TEAS®) measures basic essential skills in the academic content domains of reading, mathematics, science and English and language usage.
Candidates who wish to be considered for admission to the Practical Nursing program must complete the prerequisite ATI TEAS® exam.
What Score Do I Need?
The nursing curriculum is challenging. The minimum scores to apply are listed below. Boost your chances: higher scores enhance your admission potential.
- Minimum Composite (overall) score > 48%
- Minimum Individual Subject Scores: English > 50%, Science > 35%, Reading > 55%, and Math > 45%
Candidates can test two times per admission qualification period, observing a minimum 2 week review period between attempts.
In-Person Testing at Penn State DuBois:
Monday, June 16, 2025, 5:00 pm
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 8:30 am
Remote Testing:
Penn State is pleased to partner with ATI Testing and Proctorio to offer remote testing. Register here for remote testing: https://www.atitesting.com/teas/register.
What does a candidate need to complete remote testing?
- A reliable internet connection (review additional system requirements provided by ATI Testing)
- A desktop or laptop computer with a remote camera and speaker capabilities
- Students MUST use Google Chrome web browser to ensure optimal testing compatibility
- A quiet room where you are free from distraction and interruption for approximately 3 hours
Exam connection information and instruction to complete a practice connection test will be emailed to test takers approximately 1 week prior to your scheduled exam date.
Other testing options:
Candidates may register for the ATI TEAS, Version 7 exam offered at other testing locations. An official TEAS transcript must be sent to Penn State DuBois (additional charge may be applicable). Transcripts must indicate a testing date of June 1, 2024 or later.
