About the ATI TEAS

The ATI TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a standardized entrance exam used by the Methodist University School of Nursing to assess applicants’ academic readiness for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.

The exam consists of 170 questions covering four subject areas: Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage.

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ATI TEAS Admission Requirements

Applicants to the Methodist University BSN program must meet the following ATI TEAS requirements:

Requirement Details
Minimum Overall Score 58.7%
Maximum Attempts Two (2) per application cycle
Examination Fee $120 per attempt
Score Validity Three (3) years from the testing date
Score Submission Deadline January 31, 2027

Important: All ATI TEAS scores must be received by the Methodist University School of Nursing by January 31, 2027 to be considered with your BSN application. Applicants are encouraged to complete testing well in advance of the deadline to allow sufficient time for score processing.

Preparing for the ATI TEAS

Preparation is an important part of achieving success on the ATI TEAS. ATI provides study materials, practice assessments, and information about the content covered in each section of the exam.

What to Study for the ATI TEAS

Registering for the ATI TEAS

The ATI TEAS for Methodist University is administered online and remotely proctored by ATI, allowing applicants to select an available testing date and time that best fits their schedules.

Registration and payment are completed directly through the ATI website.

Follow these steps to register:

  1. Review the Registration Guide. Learn about the online registration process and requirements for remote testing.
    ATI TEAS Online Registration Guide
  2. Register for Your Exam. Select an available testing date and time and complete payment through ATI.
    Register for the ATI TEAS Online Exam
  3. Select Methodist University. During registration, choose Methodist U NC TEAS as the institution that will receive your official ATI TEAS scores.
  4. Prepare for Test Day. Review ATI’s technical requirements and testing instructions before your scheduled examination.

Questions?

For additional information about the ATI TEAS entrance exam or BSN admission requirements, please contact the Methodist University School of Nursing at [email protected] or 910.630.7578.

We encourage applicants to plan ahead and complete all entrance testing requirements before the application deadline.