Testing Services
Nurse Entrance Test--Computer Version (NET)

The Nurse Entrance Test (NET)--Computer Version is administered by appointment. For optimum availability, a two-week notice prior to a desired test date is recommended. Information on test requirements, fees, and policies is available by contacting Testing Services.

Overview

The NET is a diagnostic instrument that assists nursing education programs in evaluating the academic, test taking, and social skills of new applicants to their program.  The NET by computer is a computerized form of the NET paper and pencil examination. The total test time is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

The test contains eight sections:

• Essential Math Skills (30 minutes)
• Reading Rate (1 minute)
• Reading Comprehension (30 minutes)
• Written Expression (30 minutes)
• Basic Science (15 minutes)
• Stressful Situations (12 minutes)
• Learning Styles (20 minutes)
• Test Taking (20 minutes)

A student MUST be referred for testing by their FHSU Nursing Department advisor. Each student must bring his/her photo identification, the test fee, and the completed and signed "Computer-Based Nurse Entrance Test Information and Referral Form" to the test appointment.

Preparation

The NET Study Guide may be purchased from Educational Resources, Inc., 1-800-292-2273.