UW Madison School of Veterinary Medicine Admissions

School of Veterinary Medicine DVM Admissions

Information regarding the admissions process for the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at the University of Wisconsin Madison.

Required Coursework

Specific courses such as chemistry, biology, physics, and others that applicants must complete to be eligible for the DVM program.

Academic Factors

Components like undergraduate GPA, GPA in required courses, and GPA in the last 30 credits considered during the evaluation of DVM applicants.

Non-Academic Factors

Factors beyond academic performance, including animal-related experience, letters of recommendation, work experience, and extracurricular activities, that are taken into account during the admissions process.

Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS)

A centralized application service used by many veterinary schools, including UW-Madison, for students applying to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine programs.

DVM Curriculum

Overview of the four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine curriculum at UW-Madison, including different stages like VM1, VM2, VM3, and VM4.

Tuition

The cost of attending the DVM program at UW-Madison, varying for Wisconsin residents and non-residents.

Collaborations and Initiatives

Involvement in shelter animal medicine, service to underserved communities, and other collaborative efforts within the School of Veterinary Medicine.

Additional Opportunities

Various opportunities for students in the DVM program, such as engaging in research, participating in the UW Summer Scholars program, and more.