EIU Health Professions

Pre-Veterinary

Most students accepted into a four-year professional veterinary medicine program have earned a baccalaureate degree before they enter that program. Many pre-veterinary students at EIU prepare for application for admission to the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, since preference is given to Illinois residents. A limited number of seats are available to non-resident students.

Application is made during the spring semester of the junior year through a centralized application service (VMCAS), and a student may apply to many schools simultaneously. Acceptance to the professional school is based on the grade point average in college courses, scores on the Graduate Record Exam, letters of recommendation, and experience in the field of veterinary medicine.

For additional information, including links to the VMCAS, visit the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges website.

Advising Sheet

Non-Biology Advising Sheet

Necessary Undergraduate Coursework

The minimum requirements for admission to the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine* include:

*These prerequisites are typical of most veterinary medical colleges. Students should work with the University Pre-Health Professions Advisor to confirm admission requirements for other veterinary medical colleges and visit the Veterinary Medical School Admission Requirements (VMSAR) website.