TEAS 7 Prep Tutoring for Dallas–Fort Worth Nursing School Applicants
The DFW metroplex is home to some of Texas's most competitive nursing programs — and the TEAS 7 is your first major hurdle. Our certified tutors deliver personalized, online coaching built around your target school's exact score requirements.
📱 Self-Study Portal — $29/moWhich DFW Nursing Schools Require the TEAS 7?
The ATI TEAS 7 is required by the majority of BSN and ADN programs across Dallas–Fort Worth. Score requirements vary significantly between schools.
- 🏥University of Texas at Arlington (UTA)BSN program. Requires 58.7%+ (Proficient) in all four TEAS sections. UTA no longer accepts the HESI A2.
- 🏥Texas Christian University (TCU)BSN in Fort Worth. TEAS required with Proficient level or higher. Strong emphasis on prerequisite GPA (min 2.5).
- 🏥Texas Woman's University (TWU) — Denton/DallasBSN. Requires 64%+ per section. Composite of 87%+ is competitive. 3.0 GPA minimum.
- 🏥El Centro College (Dallas College)ADN program. Requires TEAS with 55%+ in all sections. Scores valid for 2 years.
- 🏥Collin CollegeADN in Plano/McKinney. 65% composite with 50%+ in Reading and Science. Points-based admission.
Note: Score requirements change annually. Always verify directly with your target program.
DFW Nursing School Score Comparison
| School | Exam | Min Score | GPA | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTA | TEAS 7 | 58.7%+ | 2.5 | BSN |
| TCU | TEAS 7 | 62%+ | 2.5 | BSN |
| TWU | TEAS 7 | 64%+ / 87% | 3.0 | BSN |
| El Centro (Dallas College) | TEAS 7 | 55%+ | 2.5 | ADN |
| Collin College | TEAS 7 | 65%+ | 2.5 | ADN |
| Tarrant County College | HESI A2 | 75%+ | 2.5 | ADN |
Scores are approximate competitive minimums. Verify with each school's admissions office.
When to Start Studying for DFW Nursing Programs
STEP 1
Start Prep: September–October
UTA's BSN application opens in October, with a January deadline. TWU's competitive 87%+ target means you need 6–8 weeks minimum. Start early.
STEP 2
Take TEAS: November–December
Schedule at UTA, TCU, or via ATI remote proctoring. UTA allows retakes every 30 days (max 3/year), so leave buffer time.
STEP 3
Submit Applications: January–February
UTA closes in January for fall. TCU and TWU close in February. Community college programs (El Centro, Collin) have earlier spring deadlines.
💰 Why Nursing in Dallas–Fort Worth Is Worth It
The DFW metroplex is one of the fastest-growing healthcare markets in the U.S. Baylor Scott & White, Parkland Health, and Texas Health Resources are constantly hiring. BSN holders command $8K–12K more annually than ADN graduates in this market.
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Complete 2026 section-by-section breakdown 🎯 Score Requirements by School
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⭐ What DFW Students Say
"UTA requires Proficient in ALL four sections — not just the composite. I kept failing the Math section by 2 points. My tutor zeroed in on ratios and unit conversions, and after 3 weeks I passed every section with room to spare. Wish I'd started sooner instead of wasting two attempts on my own."
— Brianna K., Arlington
Admitted to UTA BSN, Fall 2025
"I was working nights at Parkland and had exactly 5 weeks before the TWU deadline. My tutor built a schedule around my 7p–7a shifts and focused me on A&P since that's TWU's heaviest weighted section. Scored an 89% composite — well above the competitive cutoff."
— Daniel M., Denton
Admitted to TWU BSN, Spring 2026
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