collageStep 1: Prerequisites And Application Requirement
The first step in the admissions process is to ensure you are on track to complete both the course prerequisites and application requirements in time to apply for your preferred year of entry.
International Students: We do not require a separate application or fee, and you should be prepared to meet all of the prerequisite and application requirements as outlined. If you need assistance with immigration (I-20 form, F-1 visa, SEVIS, etc.), our International Student Services (ISS) staff are available to help you. Visit the ISS website to learn more.Step 2: Make Yourself A Competitive Candidate
Admission to the program is extremely competitive so you should strive to not only meet, but exceed the minimum requirements. To get a feel for the competitiveness of the applicant pool we recommend that you view our class statistics page and read what the admissions committee recommends you do to maximize your candidacy.Step 3: Preparing And Submitting Your Application
The apply now page will provide you with step-by-step instructions as well as an application checklist. There are a number of supporting materials that make up your completed application, and it is essential that you print and carefully follow the checklist to ensure that you properly submit these pieces by the deadline.
Prerequisite Courses
REQUIRED: ONE COURSE EACH – MINIMUM OF 3 SEMESTER OR 4 QUARTER UNITS
- Organic Chemistry w/ lab
- Online/Virtual lab is not accepted. Must be on-campus & in person.
- NOTE: Online/virtual labs will be accepted for labs taken during the 2020, 2021, and Spring 2022 COVID-19 pandemic. Labs taken online prior to or after the pandemic will not be accepted.
- Online/Virtual lab is not accepted. Must be on-campus & in person.
- Biochemistry or Physiological Chemistry – preferably with lab
- Online/Virtual lab is not accepted. Must be on-campus & in person.
- NOTE: Online/virtual labs will be accepted for labs taken during the 2020, 2021, and Spring 2022 COVID-19 pandemic. Labs taken online prior to or after the pandemic will not be accepted.
- Online/Virtual lab is not accepted. Must be on-campus & in person.
- Statistics
- Biostatistics course may be accepted on a case-by-case basis, must submit syllabus for review if course is not listed in the prerequisite database
Veterinary School Rankings
| SCHOOL NAME | SDN RANKING | RESIDENT TUITION | INTERVIEW FEEDBACK | SCHOOL FEEDBACK | AVG GRE | AVG GPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California Davis School of Veterinary MedicineVeterinary SchoolDavis, CA | 5 | $31,246 | 360 Responses | N/A0 Responses | 317 | 3.8 |
| Ohio State University College of Veterinary MedicineVeterinary SchoolColumbus, OH | 4 | $29,700 | 471 Responses | N/A0 Responses | 310 | 3.7 |
| Texas A & M University Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical SciencesVeterinary SchoolCollege Station, TX | 4 | $23,420 | 121 Responses | N/A0 Responses | 311 | 3.7 |
| University of Minnesota College of Veterinary MedicineVeterinary SchoolSt Paul, MN | 4 | $31,164 | 239 Responses | N/A0 Responses | 305 | 3.5 |
| University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary MedicineVeterinary SchoolPhiladelphia, PA | 4 | $49,456 | 491 Responses | N/A0 Responses | 318 | 3.6 |
collage