Veterinary Medical School Admission Requirements in the United States and Canada: 2000 Edition for 2001 Matriculation (Veterinary Medical School Admission Requirements, 2000)

The opportunities and options for veterinarians are more varied than ever. Today's veterinary student can choose to train for a career in environmental problem-solving, local community health, food resource management, zoo animal care, space and marine biology, and wildlife preservation in addition to the more traditional small or large-animal practices. Last year, only 35 percent of all applications to vet schools resulted in an acceptance, so the choices begin with early preparation for these highly selective admission standards. Students, parents, mentors, and counselors need help to make sure that such important decisions are based on sound knowledge, and Veterinary Medical School Admission Requirements is an invaluable source for this essential information. This compact volume, which is updated annually, gives a general overview of the application process, including detailed information on the Veterinary Medical Colleges Application Service and residency requirements. Each of the thirty-one veterinary medical colleges in the United States and Canada provides information about campuses, deadlines, specific prerequisites, expenses, and special programs. Extensive tables provide data on veterinary medical school applications and acceptances over the last nineteen years.