Pre-vet Presentations & Tours

These two-hour programs are open to all who are interested in a veterinary medicine career. They include an admissions presentation by the Director of Admissions and a student-guided tour of the College. Guests of pre-vet students are also welcome to attend the Presentations and participate on the Tours.

• Presentation: includes information about the DVM curriculum, how to prepare to (one day) apply, the application process, ways to strengthen an application, careers in veterinary medicine, and financial aid.
• Tour: A guided walk-through of the educational and clinical facilities (companion animal hospital).  Note, these are the only tours offered of the College; individual tours are not available.

Register for a Pre-Vet Presentation and Tour

• Friday, September 29th from 3:00-5:00
• Friday, October 27th from 3:00-5:00
• Friday, November 10th from 3:00-5:00

Please note - spaces are limited for this program and we ask each attendee to limit their guests to one person in order to allow more students to attend.  When you click the Registration link above you will be taken to an RSVP system where you can let us know the date you would like to attend, your name, email address, and your guest's RSVP.

Click Here for Virtual Tours

VIRTUAL ADMISSIONS PROGRAMS

These programs will be in the form of virtual roundtables for small groups via Zoom, with each dedicated to where students are in the admissions process.  To register, please email us with the date and time you are interested in attending (a Zoom link will be sent a few days before the program). These programs are only open to those who register at the above email address. Note all times are east coast time zone.

Virtual PRE-VET Roundtables:

• Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 5:00 EDT
• Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 4:30 EDT
• Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 5:00 EST

For On-Campus Admissions Presentations & Tours:
Registration confirmation will be sent closer to the date of the program,
along with details on the time and location of the program.

If you find you cannot attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer those on the wait list an opportunity to attend.  You can email us at vet_admissions@cornell.edu or call (607) 253-3700.

Restrictions: Children 14 years old and under are not allowed on tours for health and safety reasons. 

Warning: There are many steps to climb; you may see dead or sick animals; you may see blood and animal tissues; you will not be allowed to touch or pet any animals. Photography is not allowed at any point during the Tour. Close toed shoes only in hospital (no sandals).

Waitlist: We will create a wait list if the event or program is full.  If you are interested in being on a wait list for one of the upcoming programs that is marked “Full” please email vet_admissions@cornell.edu to let us know. Include the date(s) you are interested in attending and the total number attending including you and any guests. In many cases we do have cancelations and those on the wait list are able to attend.
 

Virtual Pre-Vet Club Meetings

Pre-Vet Clubs who would like to set up a virtual 'Zoom' meeting with the Director of Admissions please send an email to vet_admissions@cornell.edu.

Individual Appointments

Individual appointments are available with Jennifer Mailey, Director of Admissions.  Whether you are a college pre-vet, high school student, career changer, or postbac student this is an opportunity to discuss your preparation for a future application and how to apply, as well as learn more about our DVM degree program and ask questions.  Please use this Bookings link (appointment details such as phone number to call, or Zoom  contact information can be found under the 'i' info button).  On campus appointments (Tuesday-Friday only) can be made by calling (607)253-3700 and selecting Admissions.

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