FAQ
What training does a veterinarian receive?
A veterinarian holds a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine, D.V.M., which
is an applied degree equivalent to an M.D. A practicing veterinarian has
also passed State Board Examinations.
How does one obtain a D.V.M.?
The D.V.M. is awarded after the successful completion of fours years of
specific training in a College of Veterinary Medicine.
How many years does it take to prepare for Vet
School?
That depends on how extensive your high school
preparation was. Although some outstanding applicants with considerable
high school preparation will be competitive for admission after 2-3 (e.g.,
MSU) or 3 (e.g., Tufts) full academic years in an accredited college or
university, the majority of successful candidates will have earned bachelor’s
or higher degrees prior to enrolling.
What courses should I take in high school if I
want to be a vet?
To prepare for college-level pre-veterinary courses, you should
complete a college-preparatory curriculum that includes:
At least 1½ years of algebra, one year of geometry, and ½ year of
trigonometry
One year each of chemistry, biology, and physics
Academic core subjects, including English (writing and literature),
social sciences, history, and any other subjects required by your high
school and by the college(s) you plan to attend.
Can I transfer into the
Veterinary Program at Michigan State?
No. Admission to the Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine at
Michigan State
University is a highly selective process and you must be accepted into the program after completing all pre-requisite
coursework and examinations. You may transfer to MSU to do your
pre-veterinary studies however.
Would it be better for me to transfer to MSU to do my
pre-veterinary studies?
CMU provides a competitive program of pre-veterinary study that
fulfills the pre-requisites for admission to MSU's professional degree
program. MSU does not preferentially accept students who have done their
pre-veterinary studies at MSU so transferring to MSU does not provide an
advantage as far as admissions is concerned.
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