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*Degree: at least two years of university. However, neither the number of years of pre-professional study nor the degree(s) held are factors in selecting students | *Degree: at least two years of university. However, neither the number of years of pre-professional study nor the degree(s) held are factors in selecting students | ||
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| − | **English (6 credits) | + | **English (6 credits) |
**Chemistry (6 credits) | **Chemistry (6 credits) | ||
**Organic Chemistry (3 credits) | **Organic Chemistry (3 credits) | ||
| − | **Biochemistry ( | + | **Biochemistry (3 credits) |
| − | **Physics (3 credits) | + | **Physics (3 credits) |
**Mathematics or Statistics (6 credits) | **Mathematics or Statistics (6 credits) | ||
**Biology (6 credits) | **Biology (6 credits) | ||
Revision as of 10:08, 10 September 2018
Contacts
Website: http://www.usask.ca/wcvm/
Phone: 306-966-7459
Email: wcvm.admissions@usask.ca
Program Information
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
- 4 years in length
- first two years focus on basic and applied science core courses
- clinical experience during their final years
- 2017-18 Entry admission statistics: 547 applications with 78 students accepted
- Preference given to 4 Western Provinces and Northern Territories (BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northern territories)
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Admission Requirements
Course and Degree Requirements
- Degree: at least two years of university. However, neither the number of years of pre-professional study nor the degree(s) held are factors in selecting students
- Required Courses
- English (6 credits)
- Chemistry (6 credits)
- Organic Chemistry (3 credits)
- Biochemistry (3 credits)
- Physics (3 credits)
- Mathematics or Statistics (6 credits)
- Biology (6 credits)
- Genetics (3 credits)
- Introductory Microbiology (3 credits)
- Electives (21 credits)
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GPA
- Average accepted GPA 2017-18: 80.5% to 95%
- All university work undertaken is considered when evaluating student performance
- The courseload of the applicant is a consideration (prefer students with a full courseload)
Animal and Veterinary Experience
- any application will be strengthened if the applicant can demonstrate good knowledge of the veterinary profession accompanied by first-hand experience
- significant animal experience goes beyond having a pet. It could include responsibility for the care and husbandry of a food-animal unit
Required Documents
- Official transcripts sent at time of application sent to WCVM Admissions Office
- Two references
- One reference must be veterinarian
- One reference with animal related or agricultural background
- The application must be completed online [1]
Timeline
- December 1 – Deadline for the Application plus Supporting Documents
- January 31 - Transcripts for fall due
- Feb 15 - Reference forms due
- May 15 - Unofficial transcripts emailed for spring
- May 31 - Official transcript spring term due
- Late April - Early June - Interviews take place
- Mid June - Admission decisions released
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Tuition 2012-2013
- Yearly Tuition: $9,761
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