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CASPer
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About this exam
CASPer is an online situational judgment test used by some U.S. universities and professional schools as part of admissions. Applicants may be asked to take it for programs in fields such as medicine, nursing, education, or other people-focused professions, but each school decides whether it is required. The assessment is designed to show how candidates approach interpersonal and ethical situations, not to test a specialized body of academic knowledge. Admissions committees typically consider CASPer alongside other application materials, and its role varies by program.
CASPer presents applicants with scenarios and asks them to explain how they would respond. Depending on the current test version, responses may be typed, recorded on video, or both; check Acuity Insights and your program’s admissions instructions for the applicable format. Key areas include ethical reasoning, empathy, perspective-taking, clear communication, and collaborative problem-solving. There is rarely one perfect response: strong answers make relevant concerns explicit, consider different perspectives, and propose a thoughtful next step. Reviewing sample scenarios and explanations can help you build a focused study plan.
How to prepare for the CASPer test
- Review ethical reasoning, value conflicts, empathy, perspective-taking, clear written communication, and collaborative problem-solving. Practice identifying who is affected and what information may be missing before deciding what to do.
- Use timed scenario practice to organize concise responses: acknowledge perspectives, explain your reasoning, and suggest a respectful, practical next step. Avoid memorized scripts and conclusions that ignore relevant context.
- Confirm the current format, technical requirements, and any program-specific CASPer instructions through Acuity Insights and the admissions office. Test formats and requirements can change between application cycles.
FAQ
Who has to take the CASPer test?
Only applicants to programs that require CASPer need to take it. Requirements vary by school, program, and application cycle, so check the admissions page for every program on your list.
What is the format of the CASPer test?
CASPer is an online assessment built around situational judgment scenarios. Depending on the current version, candidates may provide typed responses, recorded video responses, or both. Check Acuity Insights for the format and instructions that apply to your test date.
What should I study for CASPer?
CASPer does not test a fixed academic syllabus. Prepare by practicing ethical reasoning, empathy, perspective-taking, communication, and collaboration in realistic scenarios. Focus on explaining your reasoning clearly rather than memorizing supposedly correct answers.