Testing Center

ATI TEAS (TEST OF ESSENTIAL ACADEMIC SKILLS)

The Assessment Technologies Institute - Test of Essential Academic Skills (ATI-TEAS) exam is an admissions requirement for the Practical Nursing (PRCN) Program, LPN-RN Transition (TRANS) Program, and the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program at Kapiʻolani Community College. This test is administered in-person and by appointment only at the Testing Center in Lama Library.

Please follow the procedures below to take your ATI TEAS test.

1.   Schedule your ATI TEAS test

• Appointments must be scheduled at least two (2) calendar days (or more) prior to your desired test date.
• Testing will NOT be available:
  • On weekends and holidays
  • The first week of July (Beginning of the new fiscal year)
  • During campus closures (Spring and Winter break)
  • On Kapi'olani CC Nursing Application deadlines
  • Other dates determined by the Testing Center
• Availability is limited and seats fill up quickly. Contact the Testing Center at 808.734.9144 for more information about future test availability.
• After you schedule your test, you will receive an e-mail confirming the date and time of your testing appointment.
• If you are unable to keep your appointment, please notify us to cancel ASAP so that your seat can be used by other students.
  
  SCHEDULE YOUR TEST

2.   Prepare for the test

• NEW USERS: Create an ATI account by going to the ATI TEAS website and clicking on "I am preparing for or taking the TEAS", then "Create Account."
• EXISTING USERS: If you forgot your username or need to reset your password, click on the "Forgot username or password?" link on the ATI student portal login page.
• STUDY MANUAL: 
  • Purchase the 2024 - 2025 TEAS Study Manual on the ATI website (eBook: $19.99, Printed: $24.99)
  • Borrow 2022 - 2023 TEAS Study Manual and other TEAS 7 study guides (free for Kapi'olani CC students)
  • Borrow TEAS 7 study guides from a Hawaii State Public Library

3.   On your scheduled test day

• If you are sick, please don't come to campus.
• Arrive 10 - 15 minutes prior to your exam appointment time.
• Bring the following:
  • A photo ID (Drivers license / permit, State ID, Military ID, School ID, Permanent Resident Card, etc).
  • A pen or pencil.
  • A face mask (optional, not required).
  • Proctoring Fee: $65 cash only. Exact amount is appreciated as change may not be readily available.
  • ATI TEAS Fee: $70 credit/debit card only. You will pay this fee on the ATI website on the day of your test.
    IMPORTANT NOTICE: We strongly recommend that you have a second credit or debit card as a backup as some credit / debit cards may be declined even when there are sufficient funds on the card.
• Permitted items:
  • Testing Center provided scratch paper
  • On-screen calculator only.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

> How do I cancel or reschedule my test appointment?
Please contact the Testing Center by e-mail (kcctest@hawaii.edu) or call 808.734.9144 during normal business hours.

When e-mailing us to re-schedule a test: To better assist you with rescheduling, please provide the date/time you are currently scheduled for, and the NEW date/time you would like to be rescheduled to.

> How do I arrange for testing accommodations?
To arrange for testing accommodations, you are required to be properly registered with the Disability Support Services Office (DSSO) (phone: 808.734.9552, e-mail: kapdss@hawaii.edu) AND you must also contact Michelle Carter (e-mail: mcarter@hawaii.edu) to ensure your ATI account is properly setup with the appropriate time accommodations.  Please make arrangements for accommodations well in advance of your test date.

> I took my ATI TEAS test at another testing center. How do I send my scores to Kapi'olani CC?
If you took your ATI TEAS test at another testing center, those scores DO NOT automatically transfer to Kapi'olani Community College. Go to the ATI TEAS Transcript page to order/send an official copy of your test scores to Kapi'olani Community College.

> What is your retesting policy?
For Kapiʻolani Community College: You may take the test again after waiting 90 days.

For all other programs: Contact your nursing department for specific re-test policies.

> How long are my test scores valid for?
For Kapiʻolani Community College: ATI TEAS test scores are valid for three (3) years.

For all other programs: Contact your campus nursing department for specific information.

> What is considered a passing score?
For Kapiʻolani Community College: Passing scores depends on the nursing program you are applying for.  Contact the Nursing Department for details.

For all other programs: Contact your campus nursing department for specific information.

> What is the structure and time limit for the ATI TEAS test?
The ATI TEAS consists of 4 sections and has a total combined time limit of 209 minutes.  You may work at your own pace within the time limit allotted for each section:

Last Reviewed: 6/30/2025