TEAS 7 Prep Tutoring for Sacramento Nursing School Applicants
Sacramento's healthcare market is booming — anchored by UC Davis Medical Center, Sutter Health, and Kaiser Permanente. Sac State, Sierra College, and ARC all require the TEAS 7 for competitive admission. Our tutors deliver personalized coaching for your target school's exact requirements.
📱 Self-Study Portal — $29/moWhich Sacramento Nursing Schools Require the TEAS 7?
Like all California nursing programs, Sacramento-area schools are highly competitive. TEAS scores from 62% to 80%+ are needed depending on program tier.
- 🏥Sacramento State (Sac State)BSN. Impacted program — TEAS 78%+ competitive. Strong UC Davis Medical Center clinical rotations.
- 🏥UC Davis (Betty Irene Moore School)MEPN (entry-level MSN). For non-nursing bachelor's holders. Extremely selective. TEAS may be required.
- 🏥Sierra CollegeADN. Rocklin campus. Points-based admission — TEAS 75%+ competitive. Strong NCLEX pass rates.
- 🏥American River College (ARC)ADN. Sacramento campus. TEAS required with 62%+ minimum. Points system weights TEAS heavily.
- 🏥Samuel Merritt UniversityBSN/ABSN. Oakland & Sacramento campus. TEAS required with 65%+ composite. Private with strong clinical focus.
Note: Score requirements change annually. Always verify with your target program.
Sacramento Nursing School Score Comparison
| School | Exam | Target Score | GPA | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sac State | TEAS 7 | 78%+ | 3.0 | BSN |
| Sierra College | TEAS 7 | 75%+ | 3.0 | ADN |
| Samuel Merritt | TEAS 7 | 65%+ | 3.0 | BSN/ABSN |
| ARC | TEAS 7 | 62%+ | 2.5 | ADN |
| UC Davis MEPN | Varies | 85%+ (holistic) | 3.3 | MSN |
Scores are approximate competitive minimums. Verify with each school.
When to Start Studying for Sacramento Nursing Programs
STEP 1
Start Prep: August–October
Sac State BSN app closes in January. Sierra and ARC have rolling priority dates. Plan 6–8 weeks — CA programs are intensely competitive.
STEP 2
Take TEAS: October–December
Schedule at Sac State, Sierra College, ARC, or via ATI remote proctoring. CA programs accept scores for 2 years. Leave buffer for a retake.
STEP 3
Submit Applications: January–March
Sac State: January. Sierra & ARC: rolling with priority deadlines. Samuel Merritt: multiple cohort deadlines. UC Davis MEPN: January.
💰 Why Nursing in Sacramento Is Worth It
UC Davis Medical Center, Sutter Health, Kaiser Permanente, and Dignity Health are Sacramento's major employers. California's nurse-to-patient ratio laws ensure manageable workloads. Sacramento offers $15K–20K lower cost of living than SF/LA while maintaining top-tier salaries.
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⭐ What Sacramento Students Say
"Sac State is SO competitive — you need a 78%+ and my diagnostic was 65%. My tutor restructured everything: daily A&P flashcard drills, timed reading passages, and weekly practice tests. Eight weeks later: 80% composite. I'm a Sac State nursing student now."
— Angela S., Elk Grove
Admitted to Sacramento State BSN, Fall 2025
"I was a Kaiser pharmacy tech making $22/hr and wanted to get into Sierra College's ADN so I could become an RN making $52/hr. My tutor built a 5-week plan around my shift schedule. Scored a 77% composite — highest in my application cohort. Starting clinicals at Sutter Roseville soon."
— Ryan T., Rocklin
Admitted to Sierra College ADN, Spring 2026
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