The validity of the Remote Associates Test (RAT) was investigated. Graduate student advisors rated individuals on a research creativity check list. These ratings were intercorrelated with RAT and Miller Analogy Test scores and with grade point averages. The ratings correlated significantly only with RAT scores (r = .55, p < .005 for 43 Ss). This supports the use of this test as a selection device where research creativity is a desired trait. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved)