Application Information

The DVM program application process typically begins in late January with a deadline in mid September, a year prior to enrolling. Only one application is required for admission, provided by the Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS).   Supplemental sections can be accessed in mid-May.  

NOTE: GRE'S (and MCAT's) are no longer required to apply to Cornell.

REMINDER: You can apply with up to 12 semester credits (or 18 quarter credits) of prerequisite course work pending completion by the end of the spring term prior to enrolling.

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:  You will establish a Cornell tracking page once you designate  Cornell on your VMCAS application and gain access to the Supplemental Section (mid May).  This is where we will communicate with you throughout the application process (including your admissions decision). The tracking page shows:

• When we have downloaded your VMCAS
• AP (optional)
• Dean's Certification (required of Admitted students and Alternates only- Deadline March 15th each year)
• NYS Residency Form (if a NY State resident)
• Prerequisite Substitution Form (optional)

Applicants to the CLASS of 2028- The Cornell Tracking Page will be available May 11, 2023.  Please do not start a Tracking Page prior to this date.  When you go to the Tracking Page web site to start an account pay close attend to the Class Year before you start a page.

How to Apply-At a Glance