LA-Area Nursing Programs
Los Angeles Nursing Schools That Require the TEAS
7
Nursing school admissions in LA are highly competitive. Several of the
region's top programs require the TEAS 7, and accepted applicant scores are well above the
national average.
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Cal State LA — School of Nursing
TEAS 7 required. BSN program is highly competitive. Applicants typically score
70%+ composite to be considered.
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CSUN (Cal State Northridge) — School of Nursing
TEAS 7 required for the BSN program. Valley-area applicants' most common option.
Science section heavily weighted in admissions.
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West Coast University — Los Angeles
Private nursing school with multiple campuses in the LA area. TEAS 7 required.
Strong focus on accelerated BSN programs.
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Mount St. Mary's University
One of LA's few liberal arts nursing schools. TEAS 7 required. Known for strong
candidate TEAS composite scores.
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LA Community College District (ADN Programs)
Multiple LACCD campuses offer ADN nursing programs. Exam requirements vary —
confirm with your specific campus.
Score requirements change each
year. Always verify directly with the program's nursing admissions office before registering for
the exam.
Why LA Applicants Struggle
The Unique Challenges of TEAS 7 Prep in LA
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Highly competitive average scores
LA applicants face competition from a large pool. The nationwide TEAS average is
~58% — LA admitted students regularly score 70%+.
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Balancing prep with busy LA schedules
Working in healthcare settings in LA? Our evening and weekend sessions work around
your existing hospital, clinic, or workplace commitments.
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Diverse language backgrounds
LA's diverse population includes many fluent bilingual learners who find the
English & Language Usage section particularly challenging. We tailor our approach to
your background.
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No commute required
LA traffic is notoriously bad. All sessions are 100% online — one-on-one live
video tutoring from anywhere in the Greater LA area.
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