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April 25, 2025
By Mamta Shah, PhD, Michel Monal, PhD, Lina Lander, ScD MBA
Strong nursing student retention, academic performance, and NCLEX® pass rates begin with a solid foundation. The HESI Admission Assessment (A2) equips programs to make informed admissions decisions while setting students on the path to long-term success.
The A2 is a customizable admissions tool used in healthcare programs to ensure students admitted are prepared for the rigorous nursing curriculum. As a comprehensive solution, the A2 assesses prospective students’ proficiency in English Language, Math, and Science, offering preparation, evaluation, reporting, and remediation options. Research over the past decade has highlighted the A2’s predictive value in determining nursing student success and supporting program completion.
A new study from Miami Regional University demonstrates how integrating the HESI A2 early in its General Education led to significant gains in core subject areas—improving performance in Anatomy & Physiology and Math by up to 70% in just one semester. Further, the research reveals the A2’s effectiveness as an early intervention tool that supports student preparedness, academic progression, and overall program outcomes.
Key outcomes include:
Early identification of at-risk students through diagnostic assessment
Structured remediation leading to higher course completion rates
Improved course performance and program progression
Enhanced readiness for advanced nursing coursework
This research underscores how institutions can leverage the HESI Admission Assessment to enhance curriculum alignment, support diverse student populations, and improve licensure readiness.
Access the full white paper to explore how your nursing program can benefit from this proven approach.
Download white paper opens in new tab/windowHESI's valid and reliable assessments, preparation, and review products work seamlessly together to help analyze and improve student performance and promote clinical judgment.
MSP
Senior Learning Scientist
Elsevier
MMP
Dean, School of Arts and Sciences
Miami Regional University
LLSM
Vice President, Product
Elsevier, Learning Research