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TEAS 7 at Texas State University

Texas State University requires the TEAS 7 for Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) admission. Here is what you need to know — including what scores are actually competitive.

BSN program. Competitive TEAS: 77–82%.

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TEAS 7 Requirements at Texas State

Minimum TEAS Score
70–75%
Competitive Score
77–82%
Program
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Retake Policy
3 per 12 months (ATI)
Sections Tested
Reading, Math, Science, English
Score Validity
2–3 years (verify)

⚠ Texas State uses TEAS as one of several ranked admission criteria. Verify the current minimum with Texas State nursing before applying.

About Texas State

Texas State University is one of the largest universities in Texas, located between Austin and San Antonio, with a growing BSN program.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Texas State University uses the TEAS 7 as a standardized measure of academic preparedness alongside prerequisite GPA and course grades. The TEAS tests Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English & Language Usage.

What the TEAS 7 Tests

Reading
39 questions · 55 min
Passage comprehension, inferences, author purpose
Mathematics
34 questions · 54 min
Numbers, algebra, measurement, data interpretation
Science
50 questions · 63 min
A&P, biology, chemistry, scientific reasoning
English & Language Usage
37 questions · 37 min
Conventions, vocabulary, sentence structure

Total: 170 questions (150 scored + 20 unscored pretest) · 3 hours 29 minutes

How to Prepare

1
Take a diagnostic first
Before studying, take a full-length TEAS practice test to identify your weakest sections. Science typically has the highest impact on composite score.
2
Target Science and Math
Science (A&P and biology) and Math (algebra and measurement) are where most students lose the most points. Focus your first 3 weeks here before reviewing Reading and English.
3
Simulate test conditions
Timed practice under realistic conditions trains your pacing and stamina. The TEAS is 3.5 hours long. Students who only practice in short sessions often underperform on test day due to fatigue.

Texas State TEAS Questions

What TEAS score does Texas State University require for nursing?
Texas State University uses the TEAS 7 as a component of its BSN nursing admissions process. Competitive applicants typically score 77-82% or higher. Verify the current minimum TEAS score requirement directly with Texas State nursing.
Can you retake the TEAS for Texas State University nursing?
ATI allows three TEAS attempts per 12-month period. Texas State may only count your most recent score rather than your highest. Confirm the program retake policy before registering for a second attempt.
How competitive is Texas State University nursing?
Texas State BSN is competitive, particularly given the location between two major metros. TEAS scores are weighted alongside science GPA and overall GPA. Competitive applicants typically score 77% or above and maintain a science GPA above 3.3.
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