New York nursing programs are among the most competitive in the country. Most Fall 2026 applications close by February.
Fall 2026 applications due February 1, 2026

TEAS Score Requirements for New York Nursing Schools (2026)

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Quick Answer for New York

New York nursing programs typically require TEAS 7 scores between 65% and 85%. NYU Rory Meyers and Columbia are among the most selective nationally, while CUNY and SUNY community colleges offer accessible ADN pathways starting at 65-70%.

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Score requirements shown reflect published program minimums. Competitive admit averages are typically 5–12 points higher than minimums.

80%
State Average
160+
Nursing Programs

New York Nursing Schools TEAS Requirements

Compare minimum TEAS scores for 160+ nursing programs across New York

NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing

BSN
New York City, NY
Minimum TEAS Score80%+
Acceptance Rate4%

Columbia University School of Nursing

BSN
New York City, NY
Minimum TEAS ScoreHolistic review
Acceptance Rate3%

Hunter College (CUNY)

BSN
New York City, NY
Minimum TEAS Score75%
Acceptance Rate25%

Stony Brook University

BSN
Stony Brook, NY
Minimum TEAS Score78%
Acceptance Rate22%

Molloy University

BSN
Rockville Centre, NY
Minimum TEAS Score72%
Acceptance Rate35%

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Note on TEAS Requirements

Minimum TEAS scores are the baseline requirements for New York nursing programs. Competitive applicants typically score 78-85% higher than minimums. Programs also consider GPA, prerequisite courses, healthcare experience, and essays in admissions decisions. Requirements are updated annually, so verify with specific programs before applying.

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ALLIED HEALTH PROGRAMS

Allied Health Program Requirements in New York

The TEAS 7 is required for admission to most allied health programs in New York — not just nursing. Here are typical score benchmarks by program type.

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Radiologic Technology

30+ programs in New York

65–75%
Typical TEAS range
73%
Competitive target

NYC metro has strong demand. SUNY Downstate, Hostos Community College, and Molloy University offer AAS pathways. Clinical sites include NYU Langone and New York-Presbyterian.

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Respiratory Therapy

15+ programs in New York

62–72%
Typical TEAS range
70%
Competitive target

Stony Brook and SUNY Upstate offer well-regarded programs. NYC hospital systems actively recruit new grads.

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Dental Hygiene

12+ programs in New York

65–74%
Typical TEAS range
72%
Competitive target
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Surgical Technology

15+ programs in New York

60–70%
Typical TEAS range
68%
Competitive target
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Sonography

10+ programs in New York

68–76%
Typical TEAS range
74%
Competitive target

Highly competitive in NYC metro — programs at SUNY Downstate and New York Tech fill quickly.

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New York TEAS FAQs

Common questions about nursing school requirements in New York

Most NY nursing programs require TEAS scores of 65-78%. CUNY community colleges typically accept 65-72%, while competitive programs like NYU Meyers expect 80%+. Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai requires 80% in reading and math.

New York nursing students typically study 6-8 weeks. StudyBuddy's AI-powered study plans help NY students build a personalized schedule targeting their weakest sections across all four TEAS domains.

NYU Rory Meyers (ranked #1 nationally for NIH research funding), Columbia School of Nursing, and Hunter College are top picks. For ADN programs, LaGuardia Community College and SUNY schools offer strong, affordable options.

Yes. ATI allows three attempts per 12-month period with a 30-day wait between tests. Most NY schools accept your highest score, though some like CUNY programs may average multiple attempts.

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