About HESI A2 Biology
The HESI A2 Biology exam is a section of the HESI Admission Assessment (A2) used by healthcare programs to gauge an applicant’s understanding of biological concepts. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect:
- Exam Content: The HESI A2 Biology exam focuses on the fundamentals of biology, including:
- The scientific method and its application
- Basic chemistry as it relates to biological processes (molecules, energy)
- Cellular biology (cell structure, function, mitosis, meiosis)
- Genetics and heredity (DNA, genes, chromosomes)
- Metabolism (cellular respiration, photosynthesis)
- Classification of living organisms
- Basic human anatomy and physiology (body systems covered at a foundational level)
- Number of Questions: There are typically 25 multiple-choice questions on the A2 exam dedicated to Biology.
- Time Limit: The time limit for this section varies by institution administering the exam. Check with your program for specifics.
- Scoring: There’s no official pass/fail score for the HESI A2 itself. Schools set their own minimum score requirements for each section, including Biology.