Course Requirements (Number of Hours/Credits**)

English Composition: (3)
Oral Communications (Speech or Intro to Communications): (3)
Mathematics (College Algebra or higher): (6)
Biology I and Biology II with accompanying labs: (8)
Microbiology with laboratory: (4)
Chemistry I and Chemistry II with accompanying labs: (8)
Organic Chemistry I and Organic Chemistry II with accompanying labs: (8)
*Biochemistry: (3)
Physics I and Physics II: (6)
*Upper-level science/math electives: (12)
Humanities, fine arts, social and/or behavioral science electives: (15)

*Upper-level science/math electives are junior level or higher courses typically numbered 300/3000 and higher
**Number of hours listed is in semester hours. Students on the quarter system are required to complete a 3-course sequence in biology, chemistry and organic chemistry.

In light of many colleges and universities offering alternative grading options for the spring 2020 term as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Admissions Office at Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine will accept all satisfactory and passing grades for prerequisite classes taken only during the spring 2020 term. Following our normal protocol, any student making an unsatisfactory grade in a prerequisite class must successfully complete a retake of the class (with a grade of C- or higher, passing, or satisfactory) prior to submitting their application through VMCAS. 

PLEASE NOTE: The above information is subject to change. Please visit our website for the most updated information.

Veterinary Medical School Admission Requirements (VMSAR)

2023 Edition for Application Cycle 2024

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