I failed the TEAS...now what?

[LikesToWander]

Hi,

So I took the TEAS v.5 for the first time today and failed with a 63.3% My school requires a 67% to pass, which I thought was extremely low and scoffed at such a low number, but I guess I was put in my place. I used the ATI v.5 study guide and the McGraw Hill pre-nursing entrance exam study guide before the test. The math and science portions killed me. I ran out of time during the math portion and guessed at quite a few questions. I don't know how I did so poorly on this test. Does anyone have any other study guides they could recommend to me to use for my next attempt? Are SAT or GED study guides helpful? I thought the questions in the ATI guide were structured much differently than in the actual test. I hate that this one test screwed up my chances of being considered for the Spring 2011 semester. I have all my pre-req's done and have a 3.83 gpa. I don't think its fair that I put all this hard work into my pre-req's and just one test sunk me. Also, not to be too nosy, but does the test cost the same every where? I paid $50 and was curious as to if the test is the same amount at every school. Now I have to wait 45 days to retake the exam to apply for the Fall 2011 program. I guess at least now I know what to expect for next time.

[msladyholmes]

Hi there, I know how feel, I also missed the mark by a few points. I used the teas manuel to study also but it just didnt hit the mark(too vague) and thats weird since it is from the same company. Im now using the Mcgraw hill-Ged reliable comprehensive study guide---I am so happy to have found this. Its like every question from the test is covered in this book... also I took the ADN version but I think it will help with the BSN test too.

As for the cost, try testing with your local community college usually their exams are reasonable priced. Good luck and try again

[Grace Kim]

omg i feel the same way!! i bought the ATI book and the science was totally off and the math i didnt have enough time...i get the results tomorrow im so scared...i feel the same way we worked so hard for our grades and this test will either let us continue or get held back for another semester...