TEAS 7 Prep Tutoring for Chicago Nursing School Applicants
Chicago is home to world-class nursing programs — and the TEAS 7 is the gatekeeper. Our certified tutors deliver personalized, online coaching built around your target school's exact score requirements, from UIC's competitive 78%+ to City Colleges' 60% minimum.
📱 Self-Study Portal — $29/moWhich Chicago Nursing Schools Require the TEAS 7?
Nearly every BSN and ADN program in the Chicago metro requires the ATI TEAS 7. Score expectations vary widely — plan your prep around your specific target school.
- 🏥University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)BSN. Minimum 62% composite, but admitted students avg. 78%+. Top-tier public nursing school in the Midwest.
- 🏥Rush UniversityBSN. Requires TEAS 7 with competitive scores (75%+). Weighs healthcare experience. Located in the Illinois Medical District.
- 🏥Loyola University ChicagoBSN at LUCSON. TEAS 7 required with 62%+ composite. Holistic admissions process. Strong clinical partnerships.
- 🏥DePaul UniversityBSN. Requires TEAS 7. Competitive program with strong focus on community health nursing.
- 🏥Malcolm X College (City Colleges of Chicago)ADN. TEAS 60%+ composite required. Affordable community college option with excellent NCLEX pass rates.
Note: Score requirements change annually. Always verify with your target program.
Chicago Nursing School Score Comparison
| School | Exam | Min Score | GPA | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UIC | TEAS 7 | 62% / 78%+ | 2.75 | BSN |
| Rush University | TEAS 7 | 75%+ | 3.0 | BSN |
| Loyola Chicago | TEAS 7 | 62%+ | 3.0 | BSN |
| DePaul University | TEAS 7 | 62%+ | 2.75 | BSN |
| Malcolm X College | TEAS 7 | 60%+ | 2.5 | ADN |
Scores are approximate competitive minimums. Verify with each school's admissions office.
When to Start Studying for Chicago Nursing Programs
STEP 1
Start Prep: September–October
UIC's BSN application closes in mid-January. Rush closes in December. A 6–8 week plan means starting by late September for Rush, or October for UIC.
STEP 2
Take TEAS: November–December
Schedule at UIC, Rush, Malcolm X, or via ATI remote proctoring. Most Chicago schools accept scores from the past 2 years, but verify with your program.
STEP 3
Submit Applications: December–February
Rush closes in December. UIC, Loyola, and DePaul close in January–February. Malcolm X has rolling admissions with priority deadlines.
💰 Why Nursing in Chicago Is Worth It
Chicago's Illinois Medical District — home to Rush, UIC, and Stroger Hospital — is one of the largest healthcare clusters in the U.S. Northwestern Memorial, Advocate Health, and Lurie Children's are constantly hiring BSN-prepared nurses. Union contracts often include tuition reimbursement.
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⭐ What Chicago Students Say
"UIC's nursing program accepts maybe 80 students out of 500+ applicants. My diagnostic was a 64% composite. My tutor focused heavily on Science — especially A&P and microbiology — and gave me a realistic 7-week plan. Final score: 81% composite. I got my acceptance letter last month."
— Priya S., Lincoln Park
Admitted to UIC BSN, Fall 2025
"I'm a CNA at Northwestern Memorial and was applying to Malcolm X College's ADN program. Night shifts + studying = exhaustion. My tutor gave me a 4-week crash plan — 30-minute micro-sessions 4x/week. Scored a 67% composite, well above the 60% cutoff. Clinicals start in August."
— Kesia D., South Loop
Admitted to Malcolm X College ADN, Fall 2026
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