TEAS and HESI Admission Testing

Students applying to the Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, or LPN to RN Transition programs must submit passing scores from either the TEAS or HESI exams to show academic readiness.

Applicants can choose either exam, but must meet the respective minimum score and submission requirements.

• Testing window: September 14, 2026 – February 16, 2027
• Attempts allowed:
  • In-person testing is available on designated dates from September through February.
  • You are allowed a maximum of two test attempts.
  • This means you may take the test no more than twice between February 14, 2026, and February 14, 2027.
• Score validity:
  • ADN or LPN applicants: within 3 years of the deadline
  • LPN to RN applicants: valid for 10 years

Option 1: ATI TEAS

• Minimum score: 58.7% composite (overall)
• Testing location: Proctored on campus, at BCCC Lester Library
• Sessions limited to 15 students
• REMOTE TESTING SCORES ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTED
• Students who test at another approved location (i.e. school or PSI testing center) must send official TEAS transcripts to BCCC. 
  

Option 2: HESI

• Minimum score: 75% composite
• Testing location: Not offered at BCCC
• Transcript: Official HESI transcript must be submitted

TEAS Testing Links/Dates

Please see the ATI TESTING LINK for testing procedures, cost, and registration information.

Registration Steps (step by step instructions)

Location: BCCC Campus in the Lester Library (Building 5)

Arrival: Arrive 10 min prior to testing start time to check-in

Bring: Photo ID and ATI username and password. Leave all personal items at home.

Remediation Services

Scores less than the required minimum composite (overall) score of 58.7 should seek remediation. Services are offered through ATI and/or Ed-2-Go though BCCC.

TEAS Prep Reading and English (Ed-2-Go)

TEAS Prep Math and Science (Ed-2-Go)