TEAS 7 Prep Tutoring for Los Angeles Nursing School Applicants
LA's nursing programs are some of the most competitive in the nation β UCLA alone gets thousands of applications for ~100 spots. From CSU campus programs to community colleges, every program requires a strong TEAS 7 composite. Our tutors deliver personalized coaching built around your target school.
π± Self-Study Portal β $29/moWhich LA Nursing Schools Require the TEAS 7?
California is the most competitive state for nursing admission. LA-area programs require TEAS scores ranging from 62% to 85%+ depending on the school tier.
- π₯UCLABSN. One of the top nursing schools in the country. Holistic review β avg. admitted: 85%+. Prereq GPA 3.5+.
- π₯Cal State Northridge (CSUN)BSN. Impacted program β TEAS 75%+ competitive. Large applicant pool. GPA 3.0 minimum in prereqs.
- π₯Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC)ADN. Top-rated community college program. Points-based admission β TEAS 75%+ competitive.
- π₯East Los Angeles College (ELAC)ADN. Affordable pathway in East LA. TEAS required β 70%+ competitive for points-based system.
- π₯West Coast UniversityBSN. Private. Year-round enrollment. TEAS 62%+ composite. Strong clinical placements at LA hospitals.
Note: Score requirements change annually. Always verify with your target program.
LA Nursing School Score Comparison
| School | Exam | Target Score | GPA | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UCLA | TEAS 7 | 85%+ | 3.5 | BSN |
| CSUN | TEAS 7 | 75%+ | 3.0 | BSN |
| Mt. SAC | TEAS 7 | 75%+ | 3.0 | ADN |
| ELAC | TEAS 7 | 70%+ | 2.5 | ADN |
| West Coast Univ. | TEAS 7 | 62%+ | 2.75 | BSN |
Scores are approximate competitive minimums. Verify with each school.
When to Start Studying for LA Nursing Programs
STEP 1
Start Prep: AugustβOctober
UCLA & CSUN close NovemberβJanuary. Community college programs have rolling/priority dates. Plan 6β10 weeks β CA programs are intensely competitive.
STEP 2
Take TEAS: OctoberβJanuary
Schedule at CSUN, Mt. SAC, ELAC, or via ATI remote proctoring. CA programs accept scores for 2 years. Leave buffer for a retake (60-day wait).
STEP 3
Submit Applications: NovemberβMarch
UCLA: November. CSUN: January. Mt. SAC & ELAC: rolling with priority deadlines. West Coast University: year-round.
π° Why Nursing in Los Angeles Is Worth It
LA offers the second-highest RN salaries in the nation (behind SF). Cedars-Sinai, UCLA Health, Kaiser Permanente, and Providence are top employers. California's nurse-to-patient ratio laws mean better working conditions and strong union representation.
π Free Study Guides for LA TEAS Students
Fractions, ratios, dosage β all in one place π¬ Science Resource Hub
Body systems ranked by test frequency π Ultimate TEAS Study Guide
Complete 2026 section-by-section breakdown π― Score Requirements by School
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β What LA Students Say
"CSUN nursing is impacted β you need a 75%+ to even be competitive. My first TEAS was a 68%. My tutor spent 8 weeks targeting Science and Math with spaced repetition drills. I studied on the Metro during my commute using the micro-review sheets she made me. Final: 78% composite. Got accepted."
β Diana M., Van Nuys
Admitted to CSUN BSN, Fall 2025
"I applied to Mt. SAC and ELAC simultaneously β strategy my tutor recommended. She helped me understand how points-based admission works in CA and which sections to prioritize. Scored a 76% composite β got into both programs. Chose Mt. SAC for the clinical partnerships."
β Kevin T., Alhambra
Admitted to Mt. SAC ADN, Spring 2026
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