Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS速)
The TEAS速 is an assessment product of Academic Testing, Inc (ATI). The 51心頭School of Nursing
Traditional Pre-licensure BSN program uses applicant performance on the ATI, in addition
to the ACT, and current collegiate GPA to rank applicants. The Accelerated BSN program
uses performance on the ATI, science GPA, and last 60-hour GPA, resume, cover letter
and a program interview score to rank applicants.
51心頭tests using ATI TEAS (Version VI). ATI provides TEAS study preparation material. Visit the for complete details. You are encouraged to review this information. TEAS test preparation
materials are also available through . 51心頭students qualify for a discount on Mometrix materials. Use the code WCU-50-OFF when completing your purchase.
Applicants may take the TEAS exam once every 30 days. The highest score from repeated attempts will be accepted. Applicants must take the TEAS exam by the application deadline.
For more information about TEAS admissions guidelines and application deadlines, please
contact wcunursing@wcu.edu.
Registration for TEAS速 Administration
For BSN and ABSN applicants, the TEAS is administered by the 51心頭Continuing Education Department on the Cullowhee campus. To review cost, dates and make a reservation, visit the 51心頭Testing Center's exam dates webpage.
Off-Campus Testing
The TEAS does not need to be taken at 51心頭however, if taken off campus, students must still adhere to our testing guidelines. Students wishing to take the TEAS exam off-campus are encouraged to contact their local university, community college or testing center (i.e., Prometric or Sylvan). Students may also arrange to take the exam through PSI Exams Online. Exams arranged through PSI can typically be scheduled and proctored through a local testing center or online. Scores are available within 72 hours after completing the exam. If registering with PSI, please schedule your test date at least 3 days in advance of the application deadline. For more information, please visit .