Test of Essential Academic Skills
TEAS is short for Test of Essential Academic Skills. It’s a 4-part on-line assessment of Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English.
Section | Time Limit (Minutes) | Number of Questions |
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Reading | 58 | 48 |
Mathematics | 51 | 34 |
Science | 66 | 54 |
English and Language Use | 34 | 34 |
We will accept TEAS V and/or TEAS VI (ATI TEAS).
You will need to obtain a minimum composite score of at least 60 on the exam: with competitive scores of 50% in science and reading. The TEAS is one part of the application and is not the only admission criteria. All parts of a complete application are considered for admission.
You may take the TEAS test twice in any calendar year (Jan. 1 to Dec. 31).
TEAS Test Can Be Taken At | Notes |
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Assessment Technologies Inc. (ATI) | Due to technical issues beyond our control, we will not accept any TEAS test done through ATI testing centers. |
At Another University or Community College testing center | Have scores sent to Fairmont State TEAS. There is a cost to have your scores sent to Fairmont State University. |