Assuring Fairness in the Medical School Admission Interview

• Published in: College and University Vol. 56; no. 2; p. 160
• Main Authors: Markert, Ronald J, Shores, Jay H
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 1981
• Subjects: Academic Achievement; Admission Criteria; College Admission; College Applicants; Competitive Selection; Higher Education; Interviews; Mathematical Formulas; Medical Schools; Questioning Techniques; Reliability; Statistical Studies; Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine

The reliability and difficulty level of faculty interviewing of applicants to the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine are assessed. An index is proposed for classifying interviewers, along with a point system for assuring fairness in assigning interviewers. Tabular data are included. (MSE)