Why vet school, why now?
Friends, as I wait to hear about acceptance and all of the anxiety around it, I was hit with a full on 2 hour interrogation at a family dinner as to why I want to be a veterinarian at 47 years old. Why would you want to put yourself through this at your age? Why would you want that much student loan debt so late in life? Can’t you just be a CVT and still have the same feeling of accomplishment and fulfillment? Aren’t there other ways to help animals? You have so much experience that you can...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - January 2, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: lacieisme24 Tags: Pre-Veterinary Source Type: forums
WAMC - undergrad senior needing to strengthen my application
Penn undergrad here with a lack-luster GPA. Reading this forum has really humbled me, and I am daunted by the long road ahead to prove that I do belong in a vet school. Does my application demonstrate that I belong there?
I ended up failing Organic I, which is on my transcript, but I retook it and got an A-. Other than that, I am a mostly B’s with some C’s and A’s (A’s from freshman year of undergrad) kind of student. My explanation for these grades isn’t really special (mental health...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - January 1, 2024 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Esha.vet Tags: What are my Chances? WAMC Veterinary Source Type: forums
Seeking Advice for enhance application
Hello! I’m a current applicant for the 28 cycle
Since my current work concludes next month, I hope to receive some advice. I've applied to several schools in this application cycle, but just in case I don't get accepted, I want to start planning my next step, but I'm not quite sure how to enhance my application.
I'm aware that my GPA is not very high, and I also lack experience with large animals. I just want some advice on which type of work I should focus on. I hope to focus on wildlife...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - December 30, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: sssww Tags: What are my Chances? WAMC Veterinary Source Type: forums
Waitlisted c/o 2028
I thought it be a good idea to start a thread for those of us on waitlists. It’s incredibly confusing and frustrating so let’s talk about it🤣 currently waitlisted OOS at Oregon State. (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 30, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: the-cat-whisperer Tags: Pre-Veterinary Source Type: forums
UC Dublin Alumni
Hi there,
I have an interview with UC Dublin on the 4th and was hoping to get some extra insight into the program from vets/students who attended UCD. I’ve gone over the website and curriculum thoroughly but want something extra to make me stand out from the other applicants if possible.
I would like to become an equine vet and have spoken with some interns from UCD already but didn’t get any details that would make me seem super well prepared and having done my research.
Thanks! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 29, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: theSAvet Tags: Veterinary Source Type: forums
Third time's the charm? WAMC C/o 2029
26 y/o F, non-traditional, LA resident
My primary interests are exotic companion animals and wildlife with special focus on infectious diseases. I spoke about how I love that I can practice clinically but then do research down the line as I really enjoy both. I mentioned a lot my interests in the ideas behind One Health and hoping to contribute to that mission. I think that's the only reason K-State didn't outright reject me.
Applied: LSU, UMN, tOSU (rejected all 3), K-State...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - December 28, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: PlumPoppy Tags: What are my Chances? WAMC Veterinary Source Type: forums
WAMC - lowish GPA, c/o 2028/2029
Hello! I am a current applicant for the 2028 cycle but received a 4th rejection this morning. I am starting to get worried and gear up for reapplying. This is less of a WAMC and more of a 'where do I go from here.'
Cumulative GPA: 3.53 per VMCAS, 3.68 at my current institution
Pre-Req GPA: 3.48
Last 45: 3.68
Degrees: December graduate from my undergraduate institution, double major in animal science and biochemistry, magna cum laude and honor distinction. I did a...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - December 28, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Finley-cj Tags: What are my Chances? WAMC Veterinary Source Type: forums
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Source: The Student Room - December 27, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: lilysilly_5454 Tags: Medicine Source Type: forums
Internship/Residency Interview Costs
It's coming to be that time of year for the VIRMP match and I had a strange question, for programs that require in-person interviews do they generally cover any/some/all the costs associated with travel or lodging? Is there a difference in the expectations for internships vs residency applicants? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 25, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: PepeLeMew Tags: Veterinary Source Type: forums
WAMC First Time Applicant!
Hello! I am a first time applicant and a senior this year in my bachelors.
21, F, FL, Traditional, First Application
Applied to: Cornell, Ohio, Colorado, and UF
Overall GPA: At the moment, 3.508. Hoping to end with a 3.53
Science Prerequisite GPA: Current 3.33. Hoping to end with a 3.42
GPA Explanation:
I was all A's and Deans List for the first 3 semesters of college, but I started to drop a bit in grades in my sophomore spring. I've gotten a few C's and...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - December 22, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: FutureDrMP Tags: What are my Chances? WAMC Veterinary Source Type: forums
WAMC? First-time applicant c/o 2029, GPA Concerns (Whole Application + Lots of Questions!)
Hello, I am a senior in college planning on applying this next cycle. I plan on taking a gap year and want to travel but also want to work on my application if I do not get in the first time around. Wondering what my weak points may be and how I can improve them. I have sketched out my application below, if anyone has any input, or suggestions that'd be great. Also, wondering about my list of school choices. Thanks!
22, F, NY, Traditional (except gap-year), First Application
Notable...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - December 16, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: arw6410 Tags: What are my Chances? WAMC Veterinary Source Type: forums
Residencies- salaries/ GPA
Where can you find average salary data for the veterinary specialties? Also, does your GPA factor in as much if you have been practicing for a few years prior to applying to residency? (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 14, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: fdvet Tags: Veterinary Source Type: forums
Uploading fall 2023 transcripts
Hi all, I was wondering if anyone knew which schools required their fall 2023 transcripts? The only one i’m aware of is Iowa and colorado (if admitted/waitlisted). I would just like to know so I know how many transcripts to order later this month. Thanks! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 11, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: MintyMoose Tags: Pre-Veterinary Source Type: forums
Tuskegee University c/o 2028
Decided to go ahead and make a thread! (Source: Student Doctor Network)
Source: Student Doctor Network - December 11, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: ExoticDocLoading Tags: Pre-Veterinary Source Type: forums
Noob WW Game 2023 Sign Ups OPEN!
WWelcome all WW Noobs!
Just what the heck is going on here?
Have you seen the WW (Werewolf) threads around here and wondered just what exactly they were? Have you wandered into a thread, only to see talk of yeeting and murder and decided to run quickly in the other direction? Did you find yourself a little intrigued despite your misgivings? Maybe you even played a game or two, but you only lived like three days (or fewer) and were confused the entire...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - December 10, 2023 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: SportPonies Tags: Pre-Veterinary Source Type: forums
