Veterinary medicine involves preventing, diagnosing, and treating animal diseases across various species. Veterinarians provide medical care, conduct surgeries, vaccinations, and offer advice on animal welfare. Their work contributes to animal health, public health, and environmental preservation.
Application Service
To apply to most veterinary medical schools in the U.S. and some internationally, you must use VMCAS. This allows applicants to apply to multiple programs by submitting a single online application.
Graduate Records Exam (GRE)
The Graduate Records Exam (GRE) is required by some veterinary medicine programs. It evaluates a candidate’s verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing. The GRE may be a factor considered for admission decisions.
Required Courses:
One year of General Biology: BMS 130L & BMS 131L (with Lab)
One year of Organic Chemistry: BMS 210L & BMS 211L (with Lab)
One year of General Chemistry: BMS 140L & BMS 141L (with Lab)
One year of English Composition: ENG 111 & ENG 112
One year of Physics: PHY 250L & PHY 251L (with Lab)
One year of Calculus: MTH 230 or MTH 231
One semester of Statistics: MTH 150
One semester of Microbiology: BMS 320L (with Lab)
One semester of Biochemistry: BMS 303L
One semester of Genetics or Molecular Biology: BMS 410 or BMS 333
Recommended Courses:
One semester of Humanities: HUM 231 or HUM 232
One semester of Anatomy & Physiology: BMS 310L
Requirements often vary from one school to the next. Students should verify course selection with individual programs.
