Student Success Center

TEAS V Entrance Test

Register for the TEAS V

The TEAS V is used to help place students in clinicals for various health degrees. This test is not required for admission into a degree, but it is required for admission into clinicals. The higher your score, the more likely you will be allowed to enter clinicals. The lower your score, the less likely you will be invited to enter clinicals.

The TEAS V is Required for
Admission into Clinicals for:

• Associate Degree Nursing 
• Practical Nursing Certificate
• Radiological Sciences 
• Respiratory Care

TEAS V Test Dates and Times

The TEAS V is a  4-hour computerized assessment, and will be administered at NC State on the following dates:

Registering for the TEAS V Test

1. Create an Account with ATI Testing
   Visit ATI Testing and click on "Create an Account" (unless you already have an account with ATI).  This mandatory registration will allow you to take your test and retrieve your results when you are done testing.  No more waiting weeks for your results to arrive!
2. Register - All fees are NON-REFUNDABLE
   Print a copy of the April - August Registration Form (PDF format). Complete the form and take it to the Cashier's Office in the Fallerius Building along with your payment.   Cash, check, money order, or credit cards are accepted.
   
   Costs are as follows:
   • Non-refundable fee of $50.00
   • Registrations will NOT be accepted on the day of the exam.
3. Verify Registration
   Soon after you pay your fee to the Cashier's office, you will receive an e-mail confirmation regarding your test date.  Your NC State Student E-mail account will be used to communicate with you.  Or login to MyNC, click on "My Class Schedule", choose "Non Credit XXXX (XXXX = school year, example Non Credit 1112 for 2011-2012), and click Submit.  The date(s) and times of any TEAS V tests will be listed on your schedule.

TEAS V FAQs

1. How can I prepare for the test?
   Students who wish to prepare for this examination may borrow a copy of the TEAS V Study Manual from the Bromfield Library or work with a tutor in the Tutoring Center in Fallerius, room 119, free of charge.  Students can purchase their own copy of the TEAS V Study Manual at the Campus Bookstore.  Online Practice Assessments are also available for purchase by visiting ATI Testing.
2. What should I bring on test day?
   On the day of the test, arrive 15 minutes prior to test time and one form of identification with you. Suggested forms of identification are a driver's license, social security card, high school or college I.D.  Scrap paper will be provided and NO CALCULATORS are permitted. The test will be taken on a computer.  Each section is timed, however, each student will work at their own pace.
3. How soon will I know the results?
   Through ATI's website - Test results will be available by logging into your ATI Testing account approximately 1 hour after your testing session has closed.  Read "How to Access My Results and Remediate" for detailed instructions on how to access your results and create your personalized "focused review" plan for future studying.
   
   Through MyNC - Within 48 hours of your test, you may also check your scores online by logging into MyNC.  Once you have logged in, click on Assessment Summary.  Your composite score will be indicated as "TEAS V Composite".
4. What if I need to reschedule?
   If you cannot attend on the date indicated, and you must notify the Student Success Center by calling 419-755-4736 or 419-755-4764 at least 7 days in advance of your scheduled test time in order to reschedule; otherwise, another non-refundable fee will apply.  Studentswill be permitted to reschedule one time ONLY.  Students who fail to give 7 days notice will be required to pay another $50 fee to schedule a new test date.
   
   Please provide the following when calling to reschedule:
   • Your name
   • Student ID #
   • Phone number
   • Your original test date
   • The new test date you would like to reserve
5. What if I miss my test date?
   All appointment no-shows will be required to re-register through NC State by paying another registration fee.
6. Can I talk to someone about my test results?
   Questions about your test results can be directed to Cathy Craig, NC State's Coordinator of Student Assessment Services, at 419-755-4736 or the Student Success Center at 419-755-4764.
7. What is my standing in the application pool?
   For more information on your application pool placement or to complete your special application to become a part of the application pool, please contact Betty Hager at 419-755-4805 in the Health Sciences Office.
8. Can I Transfer TEAS V Scores From Other Colleges?
   TEAS V scores will only be accepted from other colleges when accompanied by transfer course credit from that same school.

(Testing fees and seat availability are subject to change without notice.)

Click on the link below to view or print complete registration information:
April - August 2012 TEAS V Registration Form