TEAS score requirements for nursing programs in Massachusetts
We found 5 Massachusetts nursing programs that publish TEAS rules on their own pages. 3 publish a total minimum from 58.7% to 68% (median 65%). 3 also set section minimums. Requirements change each cycle, so compare your score with each program below, then confirm on its page before you register.
Massachusetts nursing programs and their published TEAS rules
Massasoit Community College, Nurse Education (Associate RN) and LPN to RN programs (ADN), Brockton, MA: No numeric minimum published. In-person TEAS required. The TEAS must be the current version and taken in person; submit scores with the application package. Source: https://massasoit.edu/get-started/admissions/selective-admissions.html (checked 2026-10-25).
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School (Monty Tech), Practical Nursing (adult evening/day PN certificate) (LPN), Fitchburg, MA: Minimum Reading 61%, Math 50%, Science 35%, English 54%. Take and pass every section between August 1, 2026 and May 3, 2027 for the 2027-2028 year. All testing sites and online testing are currently accepted. Source: https://montytech.net/lpn/ (checked 2026-10-25).
Quinsigamond Community College, Nurse Education (Associate Degree RN) (ADN), Worcester, MA: Minimum total 65%. The TEAS must be from the last five years; it is waived for applicants with an advanced degree such as a BS, BA or MS. Source: https://www.qcc.edu/healthcare/nurse-education (checked 2026-10-25).
Salem State University, BSN (transfer nursing and LPN/BSN applicants only), Salem, MA: Minimum total 58.7%; Reading 58.7%, Math 58.7%, Science 58.7%, English 58.7%; level: Proficient in all four content areas. In-person TEAS required. Two attempts in the academic year before applying; scores are valid two years. Only in-person tests at Salem State or North Shore Community College are accepted. Source: https://ask.salemstate.edu/kb/test-essential-academic-skills-teas (checked 2026-10-25).
University of Massachusetts Boston, Traditional Nursing Program (BSN, transfer applicants), Boston, MA: Minimum total 68%; Science 68%. In-person TEAS required. Test in person at an approved site (online and PSI not accepted), within the last 2 years and no more than 3 times. The highest overall score is reviewed; no superscoring. Source: https://www.umb.edu/admissions/transfer-students/transfer-nursing-students/traditional-nursing-program/ (checked 2026-10-25).
Summary
5 program listings checked October 25, 2026.
3 publish a numeric total minimum; median 65%.
3 set section minimums; 3 require an in-person TEAS; 2 publish an attempt limit.
What TEAS score do I need for nursing school in Massachusetts?
It depends on the program; ATI sets no passing score. 3 of the 5 Massachusetts programs in this dataset publish a total minimum from 58.7% to 68% (median 65%). A program’s minimum is the lowest score it accepts, not the score that makes an application competitive.
Do Massachusetts nursing programs set TEAS section minimums?
Yes, 3 programs here do. Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School (Monty Tech): Reading 61%, Math 50%, Science 35%, English 54%. Salem State University: Total 58.7%; Reading 58.7%, Math 58.7%, Science 58.7%, English 58.7%; level: Proficient in all four content areas. University of Massachusetts Boston: Total 68%; Science 68%. Check every line of your score report, not just the total.
Is a 70 on the TEAS enough for Massachusetts nursing programs?
A 70% total meets 3 of 3 published total minimums in Massachusetts in this dataset. Meeting a minimum makes you eligible to apply; it does not predict admission, and section minimums or ranking may still apply. Treat any practice score as an estimate.
Can I take the TEAS remotely for Massachusetts programs?
Not everywhere. 3 programs here require an in-person TEAS, at Massasoit Community College, Salem State University and University of Massachusetts Boston. Ask each program which format it accepts before you register.
How many TEAS attempts do Massachusetts nursing programs allow?
2 programs here publish an attempt limit. For example, Salem State University: Two attempts in the academic year before applying; scores are valid two years. Only in-person tests at Salem State or North Shore Community College are accepted. ATI itself requires no waiting period between attempts; the program’s rule is the one that counts.
Check before you apply
Requirements change each admission cycle. Data checked October 25, 2026. Confirm the score, section minimums, attempt rules and testing format with the program before you register.
TEASPATH is independent of ATI. ATI TEAS® and TEAS® are registered trademarks of Assessment Technologies Institute, L.L.C., which is not affiliated with and does not endorse TEASPATH. Practice results are not official scores or admission predictions.