Long Island University

Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Long Island University

Faculty:College of Veterinary Medicine
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
Length:4 Year(s)
Careers:Veterinarians

Description:

The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program at Long Island University Lewyt College of Veterinary Medicine, is a 4 year long degree program, organized into 2 academic semesters per calendar year, totaling in 8 semesters.

The pre-clinical portion of the DVM program encompasses Years 1-3 and the clinical program consists of one academic year of a series of clerkships (rotations) each 2-4 weeks in length.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*78
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  • Completion of at least 60 credits of full-time postsecondary education at a recognized university, or at a college providing university-equivalent courses.
  • Preference will be given to applicants that have completed a baccalaureate degree with an overall grade point average (GPA) above 3.2. Minimum overall GPA is set at 2.8.
  • Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    • Statement of Research Interests
  • Application submitted through the Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS).
  • Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended and proof of degree of anticipated degree.
  • Descriptions of relevant animal, veterinary, and research experiences, along with the evaluations of three letters of reference
  • Resume or CV.
  • Personal and professional strengths and characteristics, showcased in a situational judgement test (CASPer)
  • Interview (by invitation only) - based on the review of the applications, the most competitive applicants will be invited to an online video interview with CVM Faculty (following the multiple mini-interview format).
  • Writing and communication skills, based on the applicant's personal statements/essays
  • * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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