Completion of the Casper test is mandatory for all MCW Medical School applicants. Casper is an online, open-response situational judgement test which assesses non-cognitive skills and interpersonal characteristics that we believe are important for successful students and physicians. This information will complement other tools we use for applicant screening, evaluation, and review and will further enhance the fairness and objectivity of our holistic review and selection process.
Acuity Insights Assessments offers the opportunity to complete a standardized, multi-part online assessment consisting of Casper (90-110 minutes) and Duet (15 minutes). Though you will be prompted to participate in both components, the only required assessment we will use as part of your application evaluation is your Casper test score. The Admissions Committee will not know who has completed Duet, or be able to review the content, so participation (or lack thereof) in that assessment will not impact your candidacy at MCW. AAMC PREview is not required, nor will it be accepted as a substitute for Casper.
Acceptable Test Dates
We will accept Casper test scores from May 4, 2023 through December 7, 2023. Your application will not be considered complete or reviewed for possible interview selection until MCW has received your Casper test score. This means you must complete the Casper test and select MCW Medical School for distribution before the posted Distribution Deadline. Keep in mind that it takes about 4 weeks for us to receive your score, so we highly recommend that you take the test early in the application cycle.
Remember: Casper test scores are only valid for one admissions cycle. If you took the Casper test as part of a previous year’s application, you are required to retake the test this cycle as well.
Acuity Insights Fee Structure
The base fee to take the Casper test is $85, which includes 7 program distributions. Each additional program distribution is $16. Casper fees are waived for those approved for the AAMC Fee Assistance Program.
Technology Requirements
In order to take the Casper test, you must have access to a laptop or desktop computer with webcam and audio capabilities and a reliable internet connection with an internet speed of at least 1.5 Mbps and upload speed of at least 2 Mbps on your selected test date. The Casper test cannot be taken using a mobile device, tablet, or iPad.
How to Register for the Casper Test
- Go to AcuityInsights.app to sign up for Acuity Insights Assessments for Medicine (Allopathic) (CSP-10111 - U.S. Medicine), and register using your AAMC ID and a government-issued photo ID.
- Important: Ensure you’ve entered your AAMC ID accurately, as a discrepancy may slow down our receipt of your Casper test score.
- Select a Casper test date. Again, MCW will accept test scores from May 4, 2023 through December 7, 2023, but we highly recommend that you take the test early in the application cycle.
- Important: These are the only testing dates available for your Casper test. It is unlikely there will be additional tests scheduled, but the most up to date information can be found by browsing the Test Dates and Times. Please use an email address that you check regularly and that you have used for your application; there may be updates to the test schedule.
- Important: To account for identity verification and payment processing timeline, register for your test at least 3 days before your preferred test date and time. Last-minute bookings are not recommended.
- Ensure you have selected MCW Medical School for distribution before each posted Distribution Deadline. You will not be allowed to send scores to MCW after each posted Distribution Deadline has passed.
Accommodations
If you require testing accommodations to complete your Acuity Insights Assessments, you should submit an Initial Request Form (Part 1 and 2) at least four (4) weeks prior to your scheduled Casper test date. More information regarding Acuity’s accommodations policy can be found here.
Preparation
No studying is required for Casper. Acuity Insights is not affiliated with any test prep company, nor do they endorse any third-party services. We strongly urge you to take advantage of the test prep resources that Acuity has provided, familiarize yourself with the test structure, and ensure you have a quiet environment to take the test and adequate technology.
Scoring
While you will not receive your Casper test score, you will receive your score quartile. Acuity will email test takers when their quartile results are available, and they can be viewed in your account at AcuityInsights.app.
Questions & Support
Please direct any inquiries on Acuity Insights Assessments to support@acuityinsights.app. Alternatively, you may use the chat bubble in the bottom right hand corner of your screen on the AcuityInsights.app website.