AAMC PREview Prep

Master the AAMC PREview Professional Readiness Exam

Practice with 186 situational judgment scenarios across all 9 core competencies. Learn to rate behavioral effectiveness like the experts.

186 practice items
9 competencies

Required by AAMC Member Schools

Johns Hopkins University
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
University of Michigan Medical School
University of Chicago Pritzker
Washington University in St. Louis
University of Colorado
More schools adopting annually
Exam Format

How PREview Works

Unlike CASPer where you write responses, PREview asks you to rate the effectiveness of given behavioral responses on a 1-4 scale.

Read the Scenario

Review a professional dilemma involving one or more competencies

Rate Responses

Evaluate 4-8 behavioral responses on a 1-4 effectiveness scale

Get Feedback

Compare your ratings to expert consensus and improve

186 Practice Items

Complete situational judgment scenarios across all 9 AAMC competencies.

30 Scenarios

Expert Consensus Scoring

Rate behavioral responses using the same 4-point scale as the actual exam.

1-4 Scale

Competency Breakdown

Detailed feedback across all 9 pre-professional competencies.

9 Competencies

Realistic Format

Text-based scenarios that mirror the actual PREview exam experience.

4-8 Items/Scenario
Professional Assessment

9 Core Professional Competencies

AAMC PREview evaluates your judgment across these essential competencies for medical school and healthcare careers.

Teamwork & Collaboration

Working effectively with others toward common goals

Core Competency

Commitment to Learning & Growth

Demonstrating dedication to continuous improvement and lifelong learning

Cultural Awareness

Understanding diverse cultural perspectives and their impact on healthcare

Cultural Humility

Recognizing limitations in cultural knowledge and seeking to learn

Empathy & Compassion

Understanding and responding to others' emotional experiences

Ethical Responsibility

Acting with integrity and moral accountability to self and others

Interpersonal Skills

Communicating effectively and building positive relationships

Reliability & Dependability

Consistently fulfilling commitments and meeting expectations

Resilience & Adaptability

Managing stress and adapting to changing circumstances

Student Results

PREview Success Stories

I was applying to schools that required both Casper and PREview, and I did not realize how differently they needed to be approached. This made that difference obvious really quickly.

ML

Mei L.

Accepted • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

The PREview practice scenarios helped me stop answering based on instinct and start thinking about how AAMC actually scores the options. It is very different from Casper.

DR

David R.

Accepted • UCLA David Geffen School

Having practiced rating responses on a 4-point scale made the actual exam feel familiar. I knew exactly how to approach each scenario and felt confident throughout.

JC

Jessica C.

Accepted • University of Michigan

PREview FAQ

How is PREview different from CASPer?
PREview asks you to rate the effectiveness of given behavioral responses on a 1-4 scale, while CASPer asks you to write your own responses. PREview is multiple choice; CASPer requires written responses.
Which medical schools require PREview?
AAMC PREview is required by 13+ AAMC member schools including Johns Hopkins, UCLA, University of Michigan, and others. Check with your specific schools as requirements change annually.
How is PREview scored?
You receive full credit when your rating matches the expert consensus, and partial credit when you're within one rating point and on the same side of the effectiveness scale (effective vs ineffective).
When should I take the PREview exam?
Take PREview between April-October of your application year, ideally by May-June so scores are available when you submit secondaries. Registration opens in March.
What are the 9 core competencies tested?
PREview tests: Commitment to Learning & Growth, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Humility, Empathy & Compassion, Ethical Responsibility, Interpersonal Skills, Reliability & Dependability, Resilience & Adaptability, and Teamwork & Collaboration.
How long is the PREview exam?
The exam consists of 30 scenarios with 186 total items (4-8 items per scenario). You have up to 75 minutes to complete the exam, with most test-takers finishing in 45-60 minutes.

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