What's on the TEAS 7?
The ATI TEAS 7 has 170 questions in 209 minutes across four sections (150 scored, 20 unscored pretest questions you can't identify):
| Section | Questions | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 45 | 55 min |
| Math | 38 | 57 min |
| Science | 50 | 60 min |
| English & Language Usage | 37 | 37 min |
Question types include multiple choice, select-all-that-apply, fill in the blank, ordered response, and hot spot. (Source: ATI TEAS Exam Details.)
Step 1: Find your starting point
Take a timed diagnostic
Take a practice test under real timing before you study anything. It's okay if the score feels low. It's a map, not a verdict.
Know your target score
Look up the minimum score (and any section minimums) for every program you're applying to. Check with your school. Sometimes schools are competitive and you will need a higher score, so ask a nursing advisor what your goal score should be.
Step 2: Build your weekly plan
A sample 6-week TEAS 7 study plan
- Week 1: Diagnostic test; Science foundations (cells, chemistry basics).
- Week 2: Anatomy & physiology, system by system (it's the biggest science topic, 18 scored questions).
- Week 3: Math: fractions, decimals, percents, ratios/proportions, conversions, algebra.
- Week 4: Reading and English: main idea, inferences, grammar, punctuation, spelling.
- Week 5: Biology, chemistry, and scientific reasoning; mixed practice sets.
- Week 6: Full-length timed practice exam, review every missed question, light review before test day.
Short on time?
With 2 to 3 weeks, keep the same order but compress it: diagnostic first, then put most of your hours into your two weakest sections.
Step 3: Study the way your brain remembers
Use active recall
Flashcards and practice questions beat rereading. Say answers out loud, star the ones you miss, and come back to them.
Keep sessions short
Study in 15 to 30 minute focused blocks with breaks. Consistency beats cramming.
Review every mistake
For each missed question, write down why the right answer is right. This is where most of the score gains happen.
Step 4: Practice test-day skills
Pace yourself
English gives you about 1 minute per question; Science about 1.2 minutes. Practice with a timer.
Final week
Do one more timed full-length practice, get good sleep, and review your cheat sheets instead of learning brand-new topics.