SJT Research

SJTs for Health Professions Admissions in the United States and Canada: A Research Review

Abstract: Situational Judgment Tests (SJTs) are a cornerstone of holistic admissions in U.S. and Canadian medical and health professions programs, designed to assess crucial non-academic professional characteristics alongside traditional cognitive metrics. The two primary instruments utilized are the Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics (Casper, Acuity Insights), an open-response test, ... Read more

Emil Chuck, PhD

Updated April 9, 2026 by Emil Chuck, PhD

Medical School Admissions Committee Decision

Admissions Committees: The Art of the Decision

Abstract: Faculty serve three to four year terms on admissions committees, so they can vary significantly year-to-year with shifting priorities over time. Committee members filter applications through their experiences with past students, including both successful ... Read more

Emil Chuck, PhD

Updated October 27, 2025 by Emil Chuck, PhD