Message from the Director - Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

I am delighted you are considering the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University and hope you find our web site informative. Veterinary medicine is not only an exciting and challenging profession, but one that offers a variety of career opportunities within this diverse field. It is my hope you will spend some time exploring our web site and learn more about the profession and all our college and faculty can offer you and your educational future.

Whether you are preparing to apply soon or are years away, you will find the College of Veterinary Medicine's admissions web pages have a great deal of information and advice to offer. You should pay particular attention to the information on academic preparation, animal experience recommendations, the admissions formula, frequently asked questions, and opportunities to visit campus. Please also consider subscribing to our free electronic Pre-Veterinary Newsletter for updates regarding admissions and the profession of veterinary medicine.

Application to veterinary college is highly competitive and it is to your advantage to be prepared for this future challenge. Making sure you have solid grades in the recommended courses, have taken the GRE's or MCAT's, gained substantial experience with animals in a variety of settings are just a few of the critical components of the application process. Providing as competitive a background as you can increases your chances for admission to this challenging and rewarding academic experience.

As you review the web site and prepare for the time you will apply, please let us know what questions you might have.

I wish you every success as you prepare for your future in veterinary medicine.