PURSUE YOUR PASSION FOR ANIMAL HEALTH
Put your knowledge and compassion into practice.
Apply today and you can make an impact sooner. The Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine Admissions Committee reviews veterinary school applications throughout the year, accepting students for our January, May, and September classes—giving you the flexibility to start on your own timeline. No matter which semester you choose, you will begin acquiring the knowledge, skills, and technical expertise of a practice-ready veterinarian from day one.
HOW TO APPLY TO VET SCHOOL
Submit on our website or through VMCAS.
Use the Ross Vet online application or apply through VMCAS, the Veterinary Medical College Application Service—Ross Vet accepts both. If you apply via VMCAS, you need not submit a Ross Vet online application.
ASK AN ADVISOR
Let us help guide you through the application process.
Our Admissions team can help strengthen your chances of pursuing your DVM career aspirations. We can support you with:
- Academic program selection that best aligns with your career plans
- Application process and general program questions
- Online advising sessions to review your transcripts and CVto help you gain insight into your competitiveness as an applicant
Have you started your application and have outstanding items? Reach out to an Advisor. They can help you complete your application for timely consideration by the Faculty Admissions Committee.
Now is the perfect time to have a personal advising session and prepare for your future.
APPLY TO THE ONLY AVMA-ACCREDITED DVM PROGRAM WITH THREE START DATES
Start when it makes sense for you. You lead a busy life, so we’ve adapted our admissions process to meet your needs. And as for when to apply to vet school—at Ross Vet, the answer is: when you’re ready! We take applications year-round and you may apply for each semester start date until that class is filled.
* Students must successfully pass all courses prescribed in the Ross Vet preclinical and clinical curriculum without failing or repeating any courses, and pass the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination® (NAVLE®) to complete their degree within this time frame. Comparison to U.S. School is based on a traditional 4-year curriculum.
Find out what makes a competitive DVM Candidate
You’re more than just a number to us. We take a holistic view of the admissions process, reviewing not just grades and GRE scores, but so much more: your experience with animals and exposure to animal medicine, personal character, interpersonal skills, motivation, and passion for the profession.
THE THREE POSSIBLE ADMISSIONS DECISIONS
After reviewing the applications, the admissions committee provides you with one of three possible decisions:
- Acceptance
- Vet Prep Program
- Denial
The Vet Prep program is designed to promote self-directed learning that help prepare students to meet the rigorous demands of our DVM curriculum.
HOW TO APPLY TO VET SCHOOL WITH A STRONG APPLICATION
Review all requirements before applying.
At Ross Vet, it isn’t about the undergraduate institute you attended or a single test score. While these details are considered, they are only one part of your admissions decision.
Find out exactly what the admissions committee is looking for by reviewing our vet school requirements for admissions.
ASK YOUR NEXT QUESTION AT AN EVENT
Join alumni, current students and even members of your admissions committee in a virtual event or live info session to learn more about the application process.
FAQs:
At Ross Vet, applications are accepted year-round for our three flexible start dates in January, May, and September. We continue to accept applications for each semester until all seats are filled.
Ross Vet charges a non-refundable application fee of $100.
Complete and submit your application with all required documents. Applicants may use the Ross Vet online application or apply through VMCAS.
