2026-2027 Casper Test Dates for US Medical Schools

Do you need to take the Casper test? There are several test dates available for Casper for the 2026-2027 application cycle, and the date you need to take the test depends on which schools you are applying to.

Below, we’ll outline how to know if you need to take the Casper test, what test dates are available for US allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, and how to book your test date on the Acuity Insights website.

Last updated February 2026.

What Is the Casper Test?

Casper measures your interpersonal skills, ethics, critical reasoning, and empathy beyond the classroom. It is one component within Acuity Insights, a multi-part assessment designed to evaluate a prospective medical student’s ethics and social skills.

• Casper is a 65-85-minute situational judgment test.
• Duet is a value-alignment assessment.

The Casper portion of Acuity Insights is the most difficult, and it requires the most preparation. Casper stands for “Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics.” The Casper test aims to unveil who you are beyond your grades and hard skills. It is scored based on the following nine competencies:

• Collaboration
• Communication
• Empathy
• Fairness
• Ethics
• Motivation
• Problem solving
• Resilience
• Self-awareness

2026-2027 Casper Test Dates for Medical School

The following is a general list of US test dates for allopathic and osteopathic medical schools for the 2026-2027 application cycle.

• Mar 19, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Mar 31, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Apr 30, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• May 14, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• May 28, 2026 – 6:00 PM EDT
• May 28, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Jun 9, 2026 – 6:00 PM EDT
• Jun 9, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Jun 25, 2026 – 6:00 PM EDT
• Jun 25, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Jul 7, 2026 – 6:00 PM EDT
• Jul 7, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Jul 19, 2026 – 1:00 PM EDT
• Jul 19, 2026 – 4:00 PM EDT
• Jul 30, 2026 – 6:00 PM EDT
• Jul 30, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Aug 11, 2026 – 6:00 PM EDT
• Aug 11, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Aug 25, 2026 – 6:00 PM EDT
• Aug 25, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Sep 15, 2026 – 6:00 PM EDT
• Sep 15, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Sep 27, 2026 – 4:00 PM EDT
• Oct 20, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Oct 27, 2026 – 8:00 PM EDT
• Nov 12, 2026 – 6:00 PM EST
• Dec 3, 2026 – 8:00 PM EST
• Jan 5, 2027 – 6:00 PM EST
• Feb 9, 2027 – 8:00 PM EST

What to Know About Scheduling Your Casper Test

Not every school requires the Casper test, and whether or not you need to take the test depends on each of the schools you are applying to.

You only need to take the Casper test once, and you can take it only once per application cycle. If you are unhappy with your performance, you cannot retake Casper, and if you reapply to medical school next year, you will need to retake the Casper test.

Keep in mind that Casper is only one part of Acuity Insights. You may also be required to complete a Duet assessment depending on each school’s requirements.

New Casper test dates are released each year, generally in the spring, which is when the last possible dates from the previous application cycle conclude. You must sign up for a test date that matches the possible dates for the specific schools you’re applying to.

If possible, schedule your Casper test sooner rather than later so you’re not scrambling to complete it at the last minute or during a packed interview season. Each school has its own deadline for when you must submit your Casper test, but as with all aspects of your med school application, the last possible deadline is not the date you should follow.

Check the specific rules of each school you are applying to in order to determine if Casper is a requirement of your primary or secondary application. Since medical schools move students through the application process on a rolling basis, it’s imperative that you submit each section of your application as early in the process as possible.

You are not able to reserve a Casper test until you create an Acuity Insights account. After you create your account, you can follow these steps from Acuity Insights to reserve your preferred test date.

1. Click ‘+ Reserve new test’ on the Acuity Insights homepage.
2. Select the country which the program(s) you are applying to reside in.
3. Select the language you would like to use when taking the Casper test, if applicable.
4. Select the admission cycle for your program(s).
5. Select the program type(s) you are applying to.
6. Select the school(s) you are applying to (more can be added later).
7. If prompted, type the application/student ID number(s) into the text field(s).
8. Select your desired test date.
9. Review your test reservation details.
10. Input your payment information.
11. Confirm and submit your test reservation payment.

Ensure you register for your test at least 3 days before you plan to take it, as identity verification and payment processing can take time. Keep in mind that unless otherwise indicated, all test times are in EDT/EST. Double-check the date and time of your test to ensure you account for any time zone differences.

Preparing for the Casper Test

1 | Practice within the Test Format

The Casper test is unlike any other test you’ve taken. It has a very distinct format that must be prepared for in advance. The test comprises 11 scenarios, some video-based and some word-based. Two open-ended questions follow each scenario.

The Casper test is broken into two sections—a video response section and a typed response section.

For the Casper video response section, you must record a video of yourself verbally responding to two questions, which come one after another. The video response section includes both word-based and video-based scenarios. You are allotted one minute to record a video response to each question. Once your one minute is up, your response is automatically uploaded. You are not able to change your answer or view your response.

For the typed response section, you must type answers to two questions within a 3.5-minute time frame. The typed response section also includes word-based and video-based scenarios. You are automatically advanced to the next scenario once your 3.5 minutes are up.

Having a clear understanding of the Casper format is key to success on the test. It’s not enough to practice answering Casper test questions; you must practice within the Casper format. This way, you can get used to typing responses to two questions within 3.5 minutes and verbally responding to a question within one minute.

How much time you need to prepare depends on how well you can answer practice questions effectively within the allotted time. Get started with practice questions early so you have time for additional preparation or tutoring if you find the time limitations challenging.

2 | Practice If/Then Statements

Casper asks you tough, often ethically-based questions that don’t have a clear right or wrong answer. It’s essential to show that you can quickly and effectively assess all aspects of the situation and the wide-ranging repercussions of your actions.

If/Then statements illustrate your ability to think ahead and consider possible consequences, and they allow you to add more context to the purposely vague scenario.

For example,

If a prompt describes a scenario in which you see one of your classmates stealing a textbook, you can use If/Then statements like this:

“I would confront the classmate and ask them if they need help paying for their textbooks.

If they agree to return the textbook, then I will offer to pay for it this time and direct them to financial aid options they can turn to in the future.

If they won’t return the textbook and don’t show any remorse for their actions, then I will tell the classmate that I will inform the student library of what I saw.”

3 | Practice Timed Video Responses

The video response section of the Casper test was new for the 2022-2023 application cycle. It is critical that you take time to practice in this format and replicate the real test’s circumstances as closely as possible.

Practice answering sample questions in front of a computer camera within the one-minute time limit. Record yourself and review your progress. How do you sound? How do you look? Are you enunciating each word and speaking clearly? Are you speaking too fast or too slow? Were you able to fully answer the question before your one minute expired?

The video response section is a whirlwind; you’ll receive one question after another, with only seconds between them to prepare for the next. It’s crucial that you prepare for this section to ensure you don’t freeze on test day. You will not be able to re-record any of your answers, and your ability to adapt to mistakes, calm your nerves, and move forward is critical to your success.

These are 15 Casper Test Preparation Tips.

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