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National League for Nursing Nursing Entrance Exam (NEX) — Science Subject Test
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Diagnostic and current blueprint
Identify gaps, confirm program requirements and distinguish current norms from older PAX material.
Biology principles and inquiry
Review cells, genetics, plants, classification, ecology and simple research/data problems.
Body-system anatomy and physiology
Link structures to functions, including reproductive, sensory, endocrine and immune systems.
Chemistry fundamentals
Use atomic structure, bonding, gas-law conditions, solutions, pH and catalysis.
Health and safety concepts
Review health dimensions, inequities, prevention, immunity, nutrition and safety without universal diagnosis shortcuts.
Timed mixed review
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Exam Provider
National League for Nursing (NLN)
Retake Policy
- Interval
- 30 days unless the school has communicated a different preferred frequency to NLN Assessment Services.
- Attempts
- NLN does not impose a national attempt cap; institutional limits may apply.
- Score Storage
- NLN keeps scores on file for three years; the receiving school sets acceptable recency.
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What You'll Study
15 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction & Exam Overview
3 sections
Cell Biology
3 sections
Genetics, Energy & Lab Science
3 sections
Evolution, Ecology & Microbiology
3 sections
Anatomical Language & Body Organization
2 sections
Integumentary & Musculoskeletal Anatomy
3 sections
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Anatomy
2 sections
Nervous, Endocrine & Sensory Anatomy
3 sections
GI, Urinary, Reproductive & Lymphatic Anatomy
4 sections
Homeostasis & Core Physiology
2 sections
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Physiology
2 sections
Nervous & Endocrine Physiology
2 sections
GI, Urinary, Immune & Reproductive Physiology
4 sections
Chemistry for Nursing Entrance
4 sections
Individual & Community Health
5 sections
NLN NEX Science Exam Details
National League for Nursing Nursing Entrance Exam (NEX) — Science Subject Test
Administered by National League for Nursing (NLN)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official National League for Nursing (NLN) content outline
20 of 55 scored items. Cells and transport, genetics, plant biology, evolution and classification, ecology, microbiology and research/inquiry.
11 of 55 scored items. Body-system structures, including cardiovascular, endocrine, digestive, skin, lymphatic/immune, musculoskeletal, nervous, reproductive, respiratory, urinary and sensory anatomy.
11 of 55 scored items. Functions and interactions of the listed body systems, homeostasis and physiological responses.
5 of 55 scored items. Atomic structure, bonding, gases, mixtures and solutions, reactions, pH, catalysis and equilibrium.
8 of 55 scored items. Dimensions and levels of health, influencing factors, inequities, substance use, prevention, safety, screenings and immunity.
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