{"id":2509,"date":"2026-01-06T10:07:45","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T10:07:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theentrypass.com\/resources\/?post_type=faqs&#038;p=2509"},"modified":"2026-01-06T11:34:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T11:34:09","slug":"what-if-i-fail-the-teas-test","status":"publish","type":"faqs","link":"https:\/\/theentrypass.com\/resources\/faq\/what-if-i-fail-the-teas-test\/","title":{"rendered":"How Many Times Can You Retake the TEAS Exam?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) is a crucial entrance exam for nursing and allied health programs. Many aspiring students wonder: how many times can you retake the TEAS? The answer depends on your testing method and the policies of the school you&#8217;re applying to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ATI (Assessment Technologies Institute), the exam&#8217;s creator, does not impose a strict limit on overall attempts. However, most nursing schools allow an average of 3 attempts per year (or 12-month period). Some programs permit only 2 attempts per calendar year, while others allow unlimited retakes with restrictions. Always check your target school&#8217;s admissions page for their specific <a href=\"https:\/\/theentrypass.com\/resources\/faq\/what-is-a-failing-score-on-teas-the-entry-pass\/\">TEAS<\/a> retake policy, as it overrides general guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TEAS Retake Waiting Period<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If taking the TEAS directly through ATI (online remote-proctored), there&#8217;s a 14-day waiting period between attempts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many institutions require a 30-day wait (or longer) for exams proctored at their site or remotely through the school. This allows time for remediation and improvement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each completed TEAS exam counts as an attempt even if you don&#8217;t send the transcript. Schools see all attempts on your official ATI transcript, so plan strategically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to Maximize Your TEAS Retakes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare thoroughly: ATI recommends at least 6 weeks of study. Use official ATI TEAS prep materials, practice tests, and focused review on weak areas (Reading, Math, Science, English).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aim high on your first try to avoid multiple retakes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If retaking, focus on remediation many schools encourage or require it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/help.atitesting.com\/how-many-times-can-i-take-the-ati-teas-exam\/\">TEAS retake rules<\/a><\/strong> early can help you meet application deadlines and boost your nursing school admission chances. 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