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Careers in Veterinary Medicine

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Clinical Involvement

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Application Process

• Application System
  • In Canada, applications to DVM programs are done through the individual institution.
• Entrance Exam
  • Most veterinary schools require the CASPer test, some schools require the MCAT.
• Selecting Schools
  • If applying in Canada, it is important to note that most veterinary schools require you to be a resident of the school’s province. This will be an important deciding factor in which schools you apply to.
  • It is important to select schools that are not only a good fit for your academically, but also a good fit for your values, skills, and interests that will help you become the professional you want to be. Take time to research programs prior to the application process. Here are some factors you should consider:
    • Admission Requirements
    • Institutional mission, goals, and values
    • Size of cohort
    • Location
    • Your professional interests as it aligns with the school’s mission and training
• Reference Letters
  • Confirm your letter writers at least 3 months before you plan to apply. You should determine specific letter requirements and quantities from your programs of choice. Letters are most commonly required from at least one of the following categories:
    • 2 Science Faculty 
    • 1 Non-Science Faculty
    • Faculty Advisor
    • Employer
    • Research Mentor
    • Healthcare Provider
    • Volunteer Supervisor
    • Veterinarian
• Timeline
  • The application process including entrance exams, references, interviews, and the physical application lasts approximately 12-14 months depending on the school.
• Personal Statment
  • This is an important part of your application to DVM Programs. Visit the BeMo Site for veterinary school personal statement tips and examples.

Academic Prerequisites

• OneApply Veterinary Medicine in Canada
  • Ontario Veterinary College
  • University of Saskatchewan
  • University of Calgary
  • University of Prince Edward Island
  • University of Montreal

• AAVMC Veterinary Medical School Admission Requirements
• AAVMC College Descriptor Pages

Course	Required for Canadian Schools?	Required for American Schools?
General Chemistry	Yes	Yes
Organic Chemistry	Yes	Yes
Cell Biology	Yes	Yes
Genetics	Yes	Some
Animal Sciences	Recommended	Few
Physics	Some	Yes
Calculus	Some	Some
English	Many	Yes
Microbiology	Yes	Some
Biochemistry	Yes	Yes
Statistics	Some	Some
Humanities & Social Sciences	Some	Yes