Your Guide to Nursing Entrance Exams

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Many nursing programs require prospective students to take an exam. There are various nursing entrance exams, including the PAX, TEAS, HESI, Kaplan, and PSB.

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If you are applying to nursing school, you will likely be required to take an entrance exam.

The type of exam you take depends on the program you are applying to and the degree you want to earn. In this guide, we introduce some of the common nursing entrance exams you might come across. If you want to know more about the testing and application process for a specific nursing program, contact your nursing school of choice and request details on their application process.

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