Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)
Congratulations—you know you want to enter the Nursing or Radiologic Technology program at CBC! The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is a four-hour, computer-based assessment that measures skills in reading, science, English/language and math, and it's a required entrance exam for these programs.
For more information about the ATI TEAS Version 7 exam, visit the ATI TEAS Version 7 FAQ page.
We offer the TEAS exam both remotely and in person. Seats for both are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Whether you're planning to take the TEAS exam remotely or in person, schedule early and reserve your spot on the ATI website! If you have technical limitations or need accommodations, contact the Assessment Center. We're here to help!
TEAS Testing Window is September 2026 through March 2027.
Visit your program's web page for more information and application deadlines.
Plan ahead! View the TEAS schedule
IMPORTANT: You will receive an email with a “Dry Run” exercise from ATI and CBC prior to your test day. Follow these instructions to reduce test delivery issues.
Remote Sessions
Thursday, September 24 at 12pm
Friday, October 23 at 4pm
Friday, November 6 at 1pm
Monday, November 23 at 10am
Friday, December 4 at 1pm
Tuesday, December 8 at 11am
Thursday, December 10 at 2pm
Monday, December 21 at 4pm
Tuesday, December 29 at 1pm
Wednesday, January 6 at 1pm
Friday, January 8 at 2pm
Wednesday, January 20 at 10am
Tuesday, January 26 at 8am
Saturday, January 30 at 9:30am
Thursday, February 11 at 10am
Saturday, February 13 at 9am
Wednesday, February 17 at 3pm
Thursday, February 18 at 1pm
Friday, February 26 at 2pm
Saturday, February 27 at 10am
Monday, March 1 at 1pm
Total: 21 Remote Sessions
*20 seats per session
If you're planning to test in person, we encourage you to sign up for Hawk Alert on our Campus Security and Safety web page. This will ensure you receive messaging about unforeseen closures due inclement weather and any campus safety notifications.
In-Person Sessions
Wednesday, October 7 at 9am
Wednesday, October 21 at 12pm
Friday, November 6 at 8am
Tuesday, November 10 at 11am
Wednesday, November 18 at 12pm
Tuesday, December 10 at 9am
Tuesday, December 29 at 11am
Wednesday, January 6 at 8am
Tuesday, January 12 at 12pm
Friday, January 15 at 8am
Thursday, January 21 at 9am
Monday, January 25 at 12pm
Wednesday, February 3 at 12pm
Monday, February 8 at 12pm
Friday, February 12 at 8am
Thursday, February 18 at 9:30am
Tuesday, February 23 at 12pm
Friday, February 26 at 8am
Monday, March 1 at 8am
Total: 19 Sessions
*20 seats per session
All in-person sessions will be located in the Assessment Center on the Pasco campus.
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About the TEAS
The TEAS exam is a required entrance exam for the Nursing and Radiologic Technology programs at CBC. It is a four-hour, computer-based assessment that will test your Reading, Science, English/Language, and Mathematics skills.
There is an exam fee of $125.00 payable online and due via the ATI testing website every time you take this test.
If you have a documented emergency and are unable to test on the purchased date, you must contact ATI prior to your appointment time. Detailed information on how to submit proper documentation can be found in the TEAS confirmation email you received.
The testing window for 2027 applicants is September 2026 through March 2027.
CBC applicants for all programs may test only twice during the window.
Schedule your TEAS test by registering directly with ATI. Be sure to select "Columbia Basin TEAS" at the time of your TEAS registration purchase to ensure your scores are sent to us, otherwise you'll need to purchase a transcript after you complete the exam.
During the registration process, Nursing and Radiologic Technology testers should all select "Nursing" when prompted.
If you need help during the registration process, contact us at 509-542-4860 or by%20email. We're here to help!
If you're planning to test in person, you'll need your valid, government-issued picture ID, your CBC student ID (if available), and your ATI username and password.
You will need a computer with a microphone, a webcam, a strong internet connection, your valid, government-issued photo ID, your CBC student ID (if available), and your ATI username and password. For more information and full system requirements, visit the ATI Teas Online Remote Proctored Exam website.
The following on-campus resources are available to students who plan to test remotely:
Do you have your own laptop, but need access to a quiet space and internet to test?
Contact the Academic Success Center at 509-542-4676 to schedule a room on campus during regular office hours. Reservations are based on availability, so please confirm campus space before scheduling your exam with ATI.
Do you need access to an on-campus computer to test?
Contact the Assessment Center at 509-547-0511 to schedule space in one of our quiet computer labs. Reservations are based on availability, so please confirm campus space before scheduling your exam with ATI.
Are you a currently-enrolled CBC student who does not have a laptop, and/or needs a wi-fi hotspot to test?
Contact the CBC Library at 509-542-4887 or visit the laptop/hotspot FAQ page for more information. If you need to request these devices, please allow sufficient time before scheduling your exam with ATI.
Per ATI policy, once you have submitted your order, it is non-cancellable. ATI requires you acknowledge this policy before you may register or pay for your test. No returns, refunds, reschedules, or credits are made available.
For additional questions, please call the ATI Customer Service line at 800-667-7531.
The TEAS test takes four hours.
The ATI website gives you access to a nursing blog, prep books, FAQs, videos, events, webinars and more!
You can also purchase test prep books from the CBC bookstore!
You can also visit the CBC Library's PrepSTEP® for Colleges database for access to free practice tests online. Registration requires a valid email address and a password. No student ID is required! Once you’ve registered, you can use the search bar on the homepage to look for free TEAS practice resources.
Personal calculators are not permitted, but access to a four-function, online calculator is included during your test.
You will receive your scores at the end of the test session. TEAS test proctors are not permitted to interpret or advise students regarding these results. Please contact the program for more information.
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Yes. You have one retake during a testing window for the TEAS test. There is no wait period between attempts at CBC.
Yes. Scores are only valid for two academic years.
You will need to request an official transcript from within your ATI testing account.
It is your responsibility to contact the Assessment Center after sending your TEAS transcript to CBC. You may call, email or come in and see us with the following information:
- Your name
- Your student ID number (if available)
- Your date of birth
- The date you tested
- The name of the testing center
- Your current phone number
Services for qualified students with disabilities are available! Students who have documented learning and/or physical disabilities and need to request testing accommodations may contact CBC Disability Support Services at 509-452-4412, by%20email or by visiting Room T422 of the T Building before scheduling a placement test.
