Application & Timetable
Application Information
The DVM program application process typically begins in May, a year prior to enrolling. Only one application is required for admission, provided by the Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VCMAS).
UPDATE: GRE'S (and MCAT's) are no longer required to apply to Cornell starting with this application cycle and all future application cycles going forward.
The VMCAS collects:
- Biographical data
- Academic information
- Animal experiences
- Veterinary experiences
- Evaluator information
- Essays, etc.
- Three electronic letters of evaluation (eLors)
- Official transcripts
Application Instructions
Tracking page: Once you begin your VMCAS Application, you will establish a Cornell tracking page, where we will communicate with you throughout the application process (including your admissions decision). The tracking page shows:
- AP (optional)
- Dean's Certification
- NYS Residency Form
- Prerequisite Substitution Form (optional)
We recommend you start your Cornell Tracking Page as soon as possible!
How to Apply-At a Glance:
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When: |
Send To: |
What: |
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January-Sept 15, 2020 May 12-Sept 15, 2020 |
VMCAS Delegate Veterinary Colleges |
Complete and Submit VMCAS Application |
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January 22-Sept 15, 2020 |
VMCAS
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VMCAS eLors (electronic Letters of Evaluation) |
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January 22-Sept 15, 2020 |
VMCAS |
Official Transcripts from All Colleges Attended (note if in college Spring term, have official transcripts sent at end of semester or quarter) |
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May 12-Sept 15, 2020 |
VMCAS
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Cornell Supplemental section available in the VMCAS application (deadline September 15, 2020). There is no extra supplemental application fee required (just the VMCAS application fee) |
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January 22- Sept 15, 2020 |
VMCAS
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May - Sept 15, 2020 |
Cornell Vet Admissions Tracking Page
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New York Residents - NY Residency Form (link on Cornell Tracking Page) |
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May - Sept 15, 2020 |
Cornell Vet Admissions
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International Applicants- TOEFL |
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January 22-Sept 15, 2020 |
VMCAS
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WES Credit/Grade Conversion Report if education outside US |