If you need help studying for the Evolve Reach Admission Assessment (also known as the HESI A2 test) or just want some more information about what the test is like, you’ve come to the right place.
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What’s on the Test?
The Evolve Reach Admission Assessment is split into seven subtests, each covering a different subject. The time limit and number of questions in each subtest may be a different depending on where you take the test, but there are usually around 300 questions in total across the full test.
Let’s take a closer look at each subtest.
Mathematics
55 questions
- Basic Addition and Subtraction
- Basic Multiplication (Whole Numbers)
- Basic Division (Whole Numbers)
- Decimals
- Fractions
- Multiplication of Fractions
- Division of Fractions
- Changing Fractions to Decimals
- Changing Decimals to Fractions
- Ratios and Proportions
- Percentages
- 12-Hour Clock versus Military Time
- Algebra
Reading Comprehension
50 questions
- Identifying the Main Idea
- Identifying Supporting Details
- Finding the Meaning of Words in Context
- Identifying a Writer’s Purpose and Tone
- Distinguishing between Fact and Opinion
- Making Logical Inferences
- Summarizing
Vocabulary
50 questions
- Etymology
- Verbal Ability
- Nursing-Specific Word Knowledge
- Healthcare-Specific Word Knowledge
Grammar
50 questions
- Eight Parts of Speech
- Nine Important Terms to Understand
- Ten Common Grammatical Mistakes
- Five Suggestions for Success
- Fifteen Troublesome Word Pairs
- Summary
Biology
30 questions
- Biology Basics
- Water
- Biologic Molecules
- Metabolism
- The Cell
- Cellular Respiration
- Photosynthesis
- Cellular Reproduction
- Genetics
- DNA
Chemistry
30 questions
- Scientific Notation, the Metric System, and Temperature Scales
- Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table
- Chemical Equations
- Reaction Rates, Equilibrium, and Reversibility
- Solutions and Solution Concentrations
- Chemical Reactions
- Stoichiometry
- Oxidation and Reduction
- Acids and Bases
- Nuclear Chemistry
- Biochemistry
Anatomy & Physiology
30 questions
- General Terminology
- Histology
- Mitosis and Meiosis
- Skin
- Skeletal System
- Muscular System
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Circulatory System
- Respiratory System
- Digestive System
- Urinary System
- Reproductive System
How to Register
To get started with the registration process, you’ll need to contact your school/program. They will provide you with all of the information you need to get started, including which sections of the test you’ll take and what the exact time limit is.
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Test Scores
Once you have completed the test, the hard part is over!
You should get a score notification on the screen as soon as you finish the test, and you can pick up a score report before you leave the testing center.
One of the perks of the HESI is that there is technically no way to “fail” the test!
How is that possible?
Well, because your Evolve Reach Admission Assessment scores are used by schools as an evaluation tool, there is no predetermined passing score to achieve. Different schools and programs will be looking for different HESI scores, so what counts as “passing” is totally up to them.
Retaking the Exam
If you did not get the score you wanted on your first try, that’s okay! Most schools will let you retake the test after a waiting period.
FAQs
Is the Evolve test hard?
Yes, this is known to be a competitive and somewhat difficult exam.
How long is the Evolve test?
The length of the exam depends on which sections you are required to take.
How many questions are on the Evolve test?
Each section contains roughly 25-55 questions.