Interview Process

In prior years, the MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine has used a multiple mini-interview, or MMI, in our admission process. Our interview format will remain online only for the 2022-2023 application cycle.

What interview format will the college use?

Applicants invited to interview may expect a one-on-one interview with a college representative lasting about 30 minutes. These interviews will be conducted via video conference. Your interviewer will be a faculty member, administrator, or alumnus of the College. Interviews are closed file; the interviewer will not have read your application.

Are there any other requirements?

Applicants who are invited to interview will need to complete the CASPer situational judgement test. Applicants may complete the CASPer test before or after their interview but must complete the test to have completed the interview process.

Who needs to complete the CASPer test?

CASPer is a required component of the interview. Only applicants who are invited to complete an interview will be required to complete the test and submit their results to MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Will the college use the CASPer Snapshot?

No, we will not view nor utilize your CASPer Snapshot, if you elect to complete this element. CASPer Snapshot is not part of the MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine interview process.

I have not been invited to interview yet; can I submit my CASPer score?

Yes. Please feel free to submit your CASPer score at any point in the process. Note that this information has no influence on our selection of candidates to interview.

What is CASPer and why is the College of Osteopathic Medicine using it?

CASPer is a situational judgement test comprised of 12 video and written scenarios. Following each scenario, you will be asked to answer a set of probing questions under a time constraint. The test typically takes 75-90 minutes to complete. No studying is required for CASPer, although you may want to familiarize yourself with the test structure at takealtus.com and ensure you have a quiet environment to take the test.

CASPer addresses many of the competencies that our Admissions committee is most interested in, such as: communication, ethical responsibility, and adaptability. We are including CASPer in our process as a more flexible alternative to the MMI.

What is the deadline to complete CASPer?

For DO applicants, the latest possible test date we will consider is March 14, 2023. For PA applicants, the latest possible test date we will consider is December 8, 2022. Please know that we must receive your CASPer score to complete your interview. We recommend that you complete the CASPer exam as early as is feasible.

Where can I learn more about CASPer?

Visit takealtus.com. Information is available on the exam, preparation, testing dates, and cost.

Is there anything I should do to prepare for my interview?

You will be emailed with specific instructions when invited to interview. There is nothing specific you need to prepare in advance.

What else should I expect?

Around the time that you interview, you will be invited to participate in a virtual admissions presentation, question & answer sessions with current MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine students, and a variety of other informational sessions. Admitted students will be invited to participate in other opportunities to connect with students, faculty, and staff. These sessions may help students select a preclerkship site, address financial aid questions, and outline student services and resources at the college. We expect to invite admitted students to campus for in-person activities in the spring prior to matriculation.