The ATI TEAS, or Test of Essential Academic Skills, is designed specifically to assess a student's preparedness entering the health science fields. The ATI TEAS is a required part of the application to Health Sciences programs, including the Nursing and Medical Imaging programs at Bunker Hill.
- For more information, including required scores and retest policies please visit the selective admissions program webpage to view specific admissions requirements for the program to which you are applying.
- Bunker Hill’s TEAS sessions are open to both BHCC students and non-students.
- It is recommended that prospective health careers students take the TEAS exam after completing a college level science course such as Biology, Anatomy & Physiology or Chemistry.
In-Person Testing - With BHCC
- Go to ATI Testing
- Select Exam Registration
- Select In-Person
- Select Program Type (Nursing or Allied Health)
- Search by Location or State
- Select Bunker Hill CC Charlestown Campus or Chelsea Campus to see our available sessions.
- The cost is $107
Test Schedule
| DATE | DAY | TIME | CAMPUS |
| 10/15/1026 | Thursday | 1 p.m. | Chelsea |
| 10/22/2026 | Thursday | 1 p.m. | Chelsea |
| 10/23/2026 | Friday | 12 p.m. | Chelsea |
| 10/31/2026 | Saturday | 9:30 a.m. | Charlestown |
| 11/5/2026 | Thursday | 1 p.m. | Chelsea |
| 11/6/2026 | Friday | 12 p.m. | Chelsea |
| 11/19/2026 | Thursday | 1 p.m. | Chelsea |
| 11/20/2026 | Friday | 12 p.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/2/2027 | Tuesday | 10 a.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/3/2027 | Wednesday | 10 a.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/3/2027 | Wednesday | 4 p.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/4/2027 | Thursday | 10 a.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/5/2027 | Friday | 12 p.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/6/2027 | Saturday | 9:30 a.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/8/2027 | Monday | 1 p.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/9/2027 | Tuesday | 10 a.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/9/2027 | Tuesday | 4 p.m. | Charlestown |
| 2/11/2027 | Thursday | 10 a.m. | Charlestown |
Cost: $107
Space is limited. Dates are subject to change.
To see which dates are still available go to the ATI website: www.atitesting.com.
Additional dates for December/January on the Chelsea campus will be available by the end of November.
BHCC Score Requirements and Retest Policy
For retest policies and score requirements, please see the Selective Admissions program page.
Test Takers With Accommodations
BHCC Students: To apply for testing accommodations, please register with the Disability Support Services (DSS) office. If you are approved for accommodations, DSS will notify the Assessment Center. We will then contact you with TEAS test registration instructions.
If you register for a group exam before notifying the Assessment Center of your accommodations request, your appointment date and/or time may need to be adjusted.
Non-BHCC Students: Please email testing@bhcc.edu before registering for a test session to discuss your accommodations needs and documentation.
Exam Content
The ATI TEAS test is comprised of 170 questions that are formatted as both multiple-choice items with 4 answer options and alternate-type items. This includes 150 scored questions and 20 unscored pretest questions. Students have 209 minutes (3 hours and 29 minutes) to complete the exam.
|
Section |
Number of Questions |
Time Limit |
|
Reading
|
45 |
55 minutes |
|
Mathematics*
|
38 |
57 minutes |
|
Science
|
50 |
60 minutes |
|
English and Language Usage
|
37 |
37 minutes |
*An on-screen calculator is available for some questions. Hand-held calculators are not permitted without an official testing accommodation.
Study Materials
ATI, the official provider of the TEAS exam recommends that you allow yourself at least six weeks to prepare for the exam.
- BHCC offers TEAS prep courses through the Community Education department.
- ATI offers a variety of materials:
- FREE ATI TEAS practice test
- Study guides, full-length practice tests, self-paced review courses
- Union Test Prep offers free study materials and practice tests
Reports and Transcripts
When will I get my results?
Upon completion of the ATI TEAS test, your test will be scored immediately, allowing you to view your ATI TEAS score report under the MY RESULTS tab in your ATI Account.
How do I send my TEAS transcript?
TEAS Online at Institution Exams: Your transcript is automatically sent to the school/location that is administering your TEAS exam. Transcripts are sent electronically to this school/testing center within 2 hours of completion of the TEAS exam. If you are applying to more than one school, you will need to purchase additional transcripts or transcript credits for those submissions. Additional transcripts are $29.99. Click here for additional information.