Pre-Requisite Chart Update
- Date pre-reqs must be completed: Must be completed by the end of the Spring term prior to matriculation (or June 15 at the latest)
- Pre-requisite required grade: C or better
VMCAS application: Yes
Supplemental application: No
Transcript Requirements
- ALL official transcripts are to be submitted directly to VMCAS and received by the deadline
- AP Policy – must appear on official college transcripts and be equivalent to the appropriate college level coursework. AP test subject and number of credits must also be specified on the transcript. (e.g. total/sum of credits not accepted)
- International Transcripts are accepted with an official WES evaluation report submitted and received by VMCAS by the deadline (course-by-course evaluation with GPA)
  - WES Report Required: Yes, report must be received by VMCAS on or before the application deadline
    - Foreign transcripts (including French-Canadian Institutions) must be evaluated by World Education Services (WES) and submitted to VMCAS. VMCAS requires a course-by-course evaluation from WES. It is recommended that transcript(s) be submitted to the translation service at least one month before the VMCAS deadline
    - VMCAS does not require a WES from English-speaking Canadian institutions
Test Requirements
- TOEFL Test Deadline: VMCAS Deadline
- Required if you are not a US citizen and English is not your primary spoken language
  - Exception: The TOEFL can be waived if you have or will graduate with a confirmed baccalaureate or higher degree from a United States institution at the time of application
- Scores must be received by WesternU on or before the application deadline – No exceptions
Experiences
- Requirements statement
  - Minimum hours requirements: Candidates must complete at least 300 hours by the application deadline and 500 hours by June 1, 2026
  - Must have Veterinary experience hours
Letters of Recommendation (eLOR)
- Letters should come from individuals who can speak to the candidate’s anticipated success as a student and/or future veterinarian and should include behavioral example
  - Minimum number required: 3
  - Veterinarian Required: Yes
Bachelor’s degree required: No
Academic Statement
- Required minimum cumulative GPA: 2.75
- Required minimum science GPA: 3.0
- Required Grades C or higher in all prerequisite courses
- Other GPA requirements: Minimum GPA requirement must be met the end of the Summer term of the application year
Interview Required: Yes
- Virtual interview. Comprised of two, 15-minute interviews and optional student panel with current DVM students

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