Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (Ross Vet) leads the nation among all universities in total graduates matched into selective internships and residences through the Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program (VIRMP).
Each year, The Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program (VIRMP) offers a limited number of competitive postgraduate placements sought after by veterinary graduates. The VIRMP acts as a matching service, pairing graduates seeking internships and residencies with suitable programs.
Ross Vet Ranks No. 1 For Veterinary Matches in 2025
During the 2025 VIRMP Match cycle, Ross Vet had more in total graduates match into postgraduate positions than any other institution — surpassing UC Davis, Cornell, and the University of Pennsylvania, among 40 universities with candidates seeking specialized veterinary training. Over the past five years, Ross Vet has consistently ranked among the top five veterinary schools for placing graduates into postgraduate training programs.
Nearly 100 graduates from Ross Vet secured placements, highlighting the institution’s outstanding reputation.
The Match Day Process
The VIRMP process adheres to a structured timeline to maintain fairness and organization in the selection system. Starting in October, applicants can explore available programs and begin formal ranking in November. They then have until the first week of January to finalize their applications before participating in interviews with their ranked programs. The process varies slightly between internships and residencies. Final rankings must be submitted by mid-February, and the eagerly anticipated Match results are revealed on the first Monday in March.
“Many internships require little to no interviews, while residency interviews vary widely—ranging from brief one-on-one meetings to extensive multi-hour sessions with entire departments,” Summer Foyle, DVM ’24, says. “Preparing for residency interviews takes much more time because it's crucial to find the right fit for a 3-year program.”
Internships and Residencies Provide Invaluable Clinical Training
While completing an internship or residency is not required to begin practicing as a veterinarian, graduates interested in specialized fields of veterinary medicine usually seek out these opportunities. Postgraduate internships and residencies offer additional clinical experience in specialized areas such as cardiology, emergency care, internal medicine, and surgery. These programs can open doors to board certification and leadership roles within the profession.
Internships are one-year postgraduate programs that allow graduates to rotate through various disciplines. Upon completing their year-long internship, veterinarians then decide whether to pursue a career in general practice or begin a multi-year residency program in a specialized field.
Dr. Foyle has been in a small animal rotating internship she found through VIRMP at the University of Pennsylvania last year. “I have had a great time as an intern. Some days are harder than others, but it has been an overall very rewarding experience,” she says.
After re-enrolling in VIRMP’s 2025 cycle, Dr. Foyle will continue at the University of Pennsylvania, pursuing a 3-year small animal internal medicine residency. “I chose small animal internal medicine because of the types of cases you get to manage while being able to follow up with patients and owners over time,” Dr. Foyle says.
Shaping the Future of Veterinary Medicine at Ross Vet
“Our graduates’ success in securing these positions is a testament to their talent, perseverance and the outstanding education they receive here,” said Dr. Erika Little, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs and Professional Opportunities at Ross Vet. “We take immense pride in seeing them take this next step in their careers and know they will make meaningful contributions to veterinary medicine.”
