TEAS score requirements for nursing programs in New Jersey
We found 9 New Jersey nursing programs that publish TEAS rules on their own pages. 3 publish a total minimum from 63% to 78% (median 70%). 4 more name only an ATI level. One also sets section minimums. Requirements change each cycle, so compare your score with each program below, then confirm on its page before you register.
New Jersey nursing programs and their published TEAS rules
Atlantic Cape Community College, Nursing (RN, Associate) (ADN), Mays Landing, NJ: Minimum total 63%. The TEAS must have been taken within the last 3 years. Source: https://atlanticcape.edu/academics/nursing/admission.php (checked 2026-10-25).
Bergen Community College, Nursing (Associate RN) (ADN), Paramus, NJ: No numeric minimum published. Eligible candidates are invited to take the TEAS, which is given off campus at a testing center. Source: https://bergen.edu/nursing/application-and-eligibility/ (checked 2026-10-25).
Felician University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Lodi, NJ: Minimum total 40.7% (Basic level). Source: https://felician.edu/academics/school-of-nursing/undergraduate-programs/bachelor-of-science-in-nursing/required-courses-bachelor-of-science-in-nursing-bsn-program/ (checked 2026-10-25).
Mercer County Community College, Nursing Education program (RN, Associate) (ADN), West Windsor, NJ: Minimum total 58.7% (Proficient level). In-person TEAS required. Test in person at Mercer's West Windsor campus; remote and other sites are not accepted. Up to three attempts in 12 months, 30 days apart; scores count for two years. Source: https://www.mccc.edu/nursing/programs.shtml (checked 2026-10-25).
Middlesex College, Nursing (Associate RN) (ADN), Edison, NJ: Minimum total 58.7% (Proficient level). Take the TEAS VII between August 1 and December 7, 2026; if you test more than once in that window, only your first attempt counts. Source: https://middlesexcollege.edu/admissions/health-program-applicants/nursing-checklist/ (checked 2026-10-25).
Ocean County College, Nursing AAS (ADN), Toms River, NJ: No numeric minimum published. Source: https://catalog.ocean.edu/areas-study/nursing-health-sciences/nursing-aas/ (checked 2026-10-25).
Saint Peter's University, BSN program (freshman-entry progression), Jersey City, NJ: Minimum total 78%. You may take the TEAS only twice, and the higher score is considered; reviewing between attempts is strongly recommended. Source: https://www.saintpeters.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/nursing/the-bsn-program/ (checked 2026-10-25).
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), Accelerated BSN (ABSN), Ewing, NJ: Minimum total 58.7% (Proficient level). Source: https://programs.tcnj.edu/graduate/absn (checked 2026-10-25).
Thomas Edison State University, Accelerated BSN (ABSN), Trenton, NJ: Minimum total 70%; Reading 70%, Math 70%, Science 70%, English 70%. Two attempts are allowed to reach 70%, with a 30-day wait recommended after the first. Score reports expire one year after the exam. TESU offers the exam online. Source: https://www.tesu.edu/degrees-programs/schools/nursing/admissions/accelerated-bsn/index.php (checked 2026-10-25).
Summary
9 program listings checked October 25, 2026.
3 publish a numeric total minimum; median 70%.
1 set section minimums; 1 require an in-person TEAS; 4 publish an attempt limit.
What TEAS score do I need for nursing school in New Jersey?
It depends on the program; ATI sets no passing score. 3 of the 9 New Jersey programs in this dataset publish a total minimum from 63% to 78% (median 70%). 4 more programs name an ATI level instead of a number. A program’s minimum is the lowest score it accepts, not the score that makes an application competitive.
Do New Jersey nursing programs set TEAS section minimums?
Yes, 1 program here does. Thomas Edison State University: Total 70%; Reading 70%, Math 70%, Science 70%, English 70%. Check every line of your score report, not just the total.
Is a 70 on the TEAS enough for New Jersey nursing programs?
A 70% total meets 2 of 3 published total minimums in New Jersey 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 New Jersey programs?
Not everywhere. 1 program here requires an in-person TEAS, at Mercer County Community College. Ask each program which format it accepts before you register.
How many TEAS attempts do New Jersey nursing programs allow?
4 programs here publish an attempt limit. For example, Mercer County Community College: Test in person at Mercer's West Windsor campus; remote and other sites are not accepted. Up to three attempts in 12 months, 30 days apart; scores count for two years. 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.
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