Veterinary Medicine

College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM)

Program Highlights:

- Nationally renowned veterinary educators with a commitment to teaching and lifelong learning.

- “Hands on” veterinary education that begins your first semester.

- Clinical experience with a varied and busy caseload that emphasizes a team approach.

- World-class DeBusk Veterinary Teaching Center (DVTC) that students utilize from the first semester and onwards.

- Education that includes leadership skills, communications, and community service.

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Application Requirements (to be completed prior to beginning undergraduate coursework):

Submit LMU online undergraduate application. Recommended program: Veterinary Health Science (BS),
Submit LMU undergraduate admissions requirements (Math ACT ≥ 24 (SAT 570-580), Reading ACT ≥ 24 (SAT 570-590), high school GPA ≥ 3.5)
Submit GPA Program Application (including reference letters)

Undergraduate Benchmarks/Requirements (to be completed during undergraduate study):

Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.35 or higher (3.35 in science & major courses)
Achieve 66th percentile on CASPer (or higher)
Complete 400 hours (or more) in veterinary experience or animal research
Submit essays as required by the CVM
Complete the Veterinary Medical College Application System (VMCAS) application for the admissions cycle that is applicable to the students' desired start date in the veterinary program

STUDENTS SHOULD WORK CLOSELY WITH THEIR ACADEMIC ADVISOR TO ENSURE TIMELY ACADEMIC PROGRESSION AND THAT ALL ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS ARE COMPLETED.

Number in parentheses denotes number of courses required.

Number in parentheses denotes number of courses recommended (if applicable).