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TEAS 7 at Valencia College

Valencia College uses the TEAS 7 for Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) admission. This guide covers what Florida applicants actually need — not just the published minimum, but the score ranges that land applicants in the cohort.

Competitive TEAS score: 70–75%. Requirements vary by cycle.

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TEAS 7 Requirements at Valencia College

Minimum TEAS Score

62–68%

Competitive Score

70–75%

Program

Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN)

Retake Policy

3 per 12 months (ATI)

Sections Tested

Reading, Math, Science, English

Score Validity

2–3 years (verify)

⚠ Requirements vary by application cycle. Verify current minimums with the Valencia College nursing department before committing to a test date.

About Valencia College

Valencia College is a large community college serving Central Florida, with ASN cohorts admitted twice yearly.

The ASN at Valencia College uses the TEAS 7 as a standardized measure of academic readiness alongside prerequisite GPA and course grades. Florida's ADN cohorts favor competitive ranked admissions, so even meeting the published minimum rarely gets applicants in.

TEAS Weighting at Valencia College

Valencia's ASN track weights the TEAS heavily because the program's accelerated clinical rotations demand strong foundational science — weak Science TEAS scores have correlated with early program withdrawal. Associate degree nursing programs like the one at Valencia College weight the Science section heaviest because A&P I/II and microbiology are core prerequisites and strong predictors of early-semester performance. In most ranked-admission ADN programs, Science alone accounts for 30–40 percent of the TEAS composite used for scoring. Math is the second-heaviest section — medication calculation anxiety begins in first-semester clinical, and programs want evidence you have the numeracy fluency to handle it. Reading and English matter but tend to be the sections where applicants score highest on the first try and have the least room to improve. Budget your prep accordingly: at least 40% of your study time on Science, 25% on Math, and the rest split between Reading and English.

Florida Nursing Admissions Reality

Valencia College's ASN admissions has historically been one of the most oversubscribed in Central Florida, which means competitive applicants routinely score well above the posted minimum. Florida nursing programs are under significant accreditation pressure. Over the past five years, the Florida Board of Nursing has placed more than 100 programs on probationary status due to NCLEX-RN pass rate concerns, and the legislature has tied portions of state funding to program outcomes. One practical effect for applicants: programs use entrance exam scores more strictly than they did a decade ago, and waiver policies have tightened. A strong TEAS score is not just a checkbox — it is one of the clearest signals admissions committees use to predict eventual NCLEX success.

Prep Strategy for Florida Applicants

Prioritize Science above all else

Florida ADN programs rely heavily on the TEAS Science section as a predictor of how you will perform in Anatomy & Physiology and Microbiology prerequisites. If you score below 65% on Science, rebuild your A&P foundations before retaking — bumping Science from 64% to 75% typically moves an applicant up multiple cohort positions.

Do not underestimate English

Florida programs admit internationally-educated applicants in meaningful numbers, which means English & Language Usage functions as a second differentiator in ranked admissions. Native English speakers sometimes treat this section casually and lose 5–8 points they assumed were free.

Plan around competitive ranking

Most Florida ADN admissions are competitive ranked, not threshold-based. Meeting the minimum does not get you in — you are competing against applicants scoring 15 points above it. Build your prep timeline assuming you need to be in the top tier, not barely past the floor.

Other Florida Nursing Programs Using the TEAS 7

Applying to multiple programs is standard practice. These Florida nursing programs also use the TEAS 7 and are worth comparing as you build your application list:

Broward College

Fort Lauderdale · ADN

Miami Dade College

Miami · ADN

Also see the Florida nursing programs overview for broader state context.

Application Timeline for Valencia College ASN

Valencia's nursing application has historically closed in mid-January, which means most competitive applicants complete the TEAS by late November or early December. That gives a 4–6 week window for one retake if the first score lands below the competitive range. Prerequisite GPA is weighted alongside TEAS in Valencia's ranking formula, so a strong A&P I/II and Microbiology performance can partially offset a mid-range TEAS score — but not fully.

Valencia College TEAS Questions

What TEAS score does Valencia College require for ASN?

Valencia College uses the TEAS 7 for Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN). The minimum published range is 62–68%, with competitively ranked applicants typically scoring 70–75%. Always verify the current cycle's minimum directly with the nursing department before applying — Florida programs adjust minimums as applicant volume changes.

How many TEAS attempts does ATI allow for Valencia College?

ATI allows three TEAS attempts per 12-month rolling period. Valencia College and the Florida Board of Nursing may impose additional program-level retake limits. If you score near the minimum on your first attempt, plan your retake timing around ATI's 30-day waiting period between attempts.

How does Florida TEAS prep differ from other states?

Florida's ADN cohorts favor competitive ranked admissions, so even meeting the published minimum rarely gets applicants in. For Valencia College specifically, confirm whether the program weighs the TEAS composite, individual section scores, or both in their ranking formula before deciding where to focus your prep.

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