How to Get Into Veterinary Schools
While many students want to become veterinarians, often because of a relationship with a beloved pet as a child, admission to veterinary school is very challenging.
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Take all the undergraduate-level classes required for admission to veterinary school and do well in them. While the requirements vary from school to school, most require extensive science coursework prior to admission. Check the requirements of every school you are considering attending to ensure that your coursework makes you qualified for admission. Check the requirements by calling the admissions office at each school or by visiting the school's website.
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While an undergraduate, work to make connections with professors so that you will have excellent letters of recommendation.
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Gain experience in the field. Volunteer at an animal shelter, a zoo or another environment where you will care for animals. Any experience with animals will add to your application. This will also help you build relationships with people outside your school who can write letters of recommendation.
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Work with a veterinarian so that you know what being one entails. Before you invest the substantial time and money required to become a veterinarian, be positive you'll enjoy the work. If finding work in a veterinarian's office proves difficult, try volunteering; it will also give you the right exposure to the field.
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Speak with your adviser at school. If she is unfamiliar with the veterinary school application process, find books on the subject. You can also contact the admissions departments at the veterinary schools you are considering for information.
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Apply to as many schools as possible. Admission to veterinary school is competitive because there are many more qualified applicants than there are seats in the programs. Apply to a wide variety of schools, including some where you'd be a highly competitive applicant. Provide all the information requested and present it in the best light possible. Many qualified applicants are turned away so it is important that your application is the best it can be.
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