Fall 2026
The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is required as part of the pre-admission to the Nursing Program at Minot State University.
These dates have been set to take the ATI TEAS at the MSU Nursing Department:
- August 14, 2026 @ 8:30am
- August 24, 2026 @ 12:30pm
- September 2, 2026 @ 12:30pm
- September 9, 2026 @ 8:30am
The tests will be taken in Memorial Hall Room 308 (3rd Floor).
To sign up for the TEAS test, email Lynda Opp to reserve your spot and state which day works for you. For questions or additional information, please contact her at the same email.
The cost of the TEAS is currently $70. This is mandatory and must be paid with a credit or debit card at the time of the test. The fee is subject to change.
To prepare for your test, you have several options to study. You will find information on TEAS prep, please visit the ATI website at TEAS Prep - For Students | ATI. There are frequently asked questions, a study manual, and online practice tests for sale.
The Gordon B. Olson Library has purchased the latest 2026-27 ATI TEAS 7 Study Guide: Prep Book with Review Questions for the Test of Essential Academic Skills, Version 7. It is on reserve in the library and located behind the circulation desk. It is available for 2-day checkout.
You can also go to Mometrix where you can find an online prep course. This TEAS course is packed with over 1800 practice questions, 106 study guide lessons, over 190 instructional videos and also 300+ flashcards. MSU students can receive 50% off ATI TEAS 7 Prep Course from Mometrix using the following code: MSU-50-OFF. These websites are optional and not required.
The TEAS test score will be used as part of the admission criteria. All applicants must take the ATI TEAS test and achieve a “proficient” level score to be eligible for admissions to the Nursing program. You are only allowed to take the TEAS test twice per application period.
On the day of the test, please remember your photo ID, credit/debit card, passwords for the ATI testing site. Please make sure that you have been on the ATI website to get a login and password before the day of the test. It is always a good idea to arrive early for the test in case there are any problems. You will not be allowed to enter the testing area if you arrive late.
