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Pre-Vet Advising

Pre-Vet Advising. NYSACAC’s 34 th Annual Conference Pre-Vet Advising Thursday, June 8, 2012 Ithaca College. Pre-Vet Advising. Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Pre-Vet Advising. Jennifer Mailey Director of Admissions Cornell University

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Pre-Vet Advising

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  1. Pre-Vet Advising NYSACAC’s 34th Annual Conference Pre-Vet Advising Thursday, June 8, 2012 Ithaca College

  2. Pre-Vet Advising Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine

  3. Pre-Vet Advising Jennifer Mailey Director of Admissions Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

  4. Pre-Vet Advising Advice for Advisors • Advanced Placement & Course Advise • College Search & Choosing a major • General Academic Information • Veterinary and Animal & Research Experiences • Summer Programs for High School Students • Application Process & Letters of Evaluations • Advice - how to help pre-vets • AAVMC & VMSAR • Strengthen Application & Advice our Vet Students have offered • Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine- admissions and DVM degree program • Careers in Veterinary Medicine • Research Opportunities

  5. Pre-Vet Advising High SchoolAdvanced Placement & Course Advise • Breadth of course work • Advise students to take some of the sciences required in college to prepare • AP- Chemistry & Physics- score of 4 or higher for our prerequisites • AP English & Biology- course work still needed in college at the upper level

  6. Pre-Vet Advising College Search • A college that has rigorous and challenging curriculum • Guidebooks: Petersons and Barron’s • A college that meets the students learning style and academic needs • College that has the students major

  7. Pre-Vet Advising Class of 2016 Sample of Colleges & University’s Attended NY Colleges Cornell University Syracuse University Barnard College SUNY Plattsburgh Ithaca College SUNY Brockport City College of NY SUNY ESF Hunter of CUNY SUNY Geneseo Sarah Lawrence University SUNY Stony Brook Hobart & William Smith RPI University of Rochester Nazareth College Vassar College NYU

  8. Pre-Vet Advising Class of 2016 Sample of Colleges & University’s Attended Non-NY Colleges UConn Rutgers University UVM Boston College UNH Villanova University Penn State Emory University Wellesley College Harvard University Yale University Mt. Holyoke College Clemson University Tuskegee University University of Florida UC Berkeley UCLA UC Davis University of Pennsylvania University of Notre Dame Vanderbilt University Loyola University

  9. Pre-Vet Advising Choosing a Major • No required major • Pre-Vet is a concept (often a biology major) • Be able to take the require lab science and English prerequisite courses • Minor, honors program, concentration, thesis will strengthen an application • Choose a major that student will be successful in and enjoy

  10. Pre-Vet Advising Class of 2016 Sample of Majors Animal Science Spanish Biology Political Science Economics Math/Computer Chemistry Biochemistry Environmental Studies Engineering Psychology Fine Arts Sociology English Neuroscience Religion

  11. Pre-Vet Advising General Academic Information • In college, take prerequisite course work • 90 semester credits minimally (bachelors degree not required) • No required major • Course work in full-time study • Take lab sciences together • Start chemistry early in college

  12. Pre-Vet Advising Prerequisite Courses • English~ full year (1 course composition or writing intensive) • Biology- full year with labs • Microbiology- 1 semester with lab • Chemistry- full year with labs • Organic Chemistry- full year with labs • Biochemistry- 1 semesters (4 credits) • Physics- full year with labs

  13. Pre-Vet Advising Veterinary Experience Experience Examples~ • Experience in large and small animal veterinary practice under the supervision of a veterinarian • Working with exotics veterinary practice • Working with zoo veterinarian • Working with lab animal veterinarian

  14. Pre-Vet Advising Animal Experience Experience Examples~ • Livestock, breeding or showing various species, working at a zoo, aquarium • Volunteering at an animal shelter.  • Time spent performing animal care, such as cleaning stalls or cages in a kennel, veterinary practice, or animal shelter

  15. Pre-Vet Advising Research Experience • Undergraduate research is valued (not required) • For applicants to dual degree programs (DVM/PhD) research experience is weighed more heavily • Students may want to consider research based organizations and conferences for undergraduates: • Council on Undergraduate Research (www.cur.org) • National Conference on Undergraduate Research (http://ncur.org)

  16. Pre-Vet Advising Summer College Summer Programs for High School Students 3 week Summer Courses for 3 credits; juniors &seniors • Veterinary Medicine: Small Animal Practice • Veterinary Medicine: Conservation Medicine • Animal science: Captive Raptor management • Animal Science: Sustainable Animal Husbandry • www.sce.cornell.edu

  17. Pre-Vet Advising Veterinary Medicine: Small Animal Practice • Become familiar with anatomy and physiology of small animals (cats, dogs, and other domestic animals) • Basic form and function of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary and digestive systems • Lab experiences, hands-on experience • Understanding of diagnosis and treatment of animals

  18. Pre-Vet Advising Veterinary Medicine: Conservation Medicine • Introduction to conservation practices, veterinary medicine, biological principles, wildlife management • Discover how veterinary medicine is making a impact on conservation and protection of biodiversity • Study animals from bats and birds to rhinoceros and giraffe • Lectures, labs, workshops, field trips, speakers • Learn about college majors & careers in conservation medicine

  19. Pre-Vet Advising Animal Science: Sustainable Animal Husbandry • Gain insights into sustainable animal husbandry • Learn about relationships between humans and domestic animals • Work with live animals (dogs, cats, rabbits, cattle, horses, goats) • Hands-on experience, labs, speakers, demonstrations • Topics discussed: genetics, reproduction, toxicology, nutrition)

  20. Pre-Vet Advising Animal Science: Captive Raptor Management • Learn how to care and manage birds of prey • Hands on experience in basic raptor care, management and handling techniques • Inside look at animal science and veterinary medicine • Avian husbandry and breeding practices

  21. Pre-Vet Advising Application Process Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS) • Essay • Extensive information, including animal/veterinary experiences, community service • Electronic Letters of Evaluation-eLors (minimum of 3; maximum of 6) • Essay

  22. Pre-Vet Advising Cornell Supplemental Application • Short Answer Questions • Animal/Veterinary/Biomedical Research Experiences (with letters) • All official college transcripts • Graduate Record Exam (GRE’s) • Verbal and quantitative • We do not collect high school transcripts or SAT scores

  23. Pre-Vet Advising Evaluations • At least one letter from a veterinarian • Letters from supervisors of animal/veterinary/biomedical research experiences the applicant lists on the Cornell Supplemental Application • College academic advisor or faculty member • Ask for GOOD letters

  24. Pre-Vet Advising Connecting Pre-Vets with Experiences • Help pre-vets connect with local veterinarians • Prepare the pre-vets on how to network with veterinarians and other animal experiences • Invite a veterinarian to speak to students • Help pre-vets find internship experiences with animals

  25. Pre-Vet Advising Connecting Pre-Vets with other Pre-Vets • There are many pre-med students on college campuses and in high school; assist pre-vets in finding each other and including them in pre-health club meetings • Contact your colleagues at other schools to see if they have pre-vets that want to meet and talk • Connect pre-vets with science and research opportunities • Connect pre-vets with animal & science clubs

  26. Pre-Vet Advising Advice for a Pre-Vet who is feeling lost • Gain animal experience: seek out opportunities to work with animals ; meet and talk with veterinarians • Visit vet colleges- tour days or Open House programs • Talk to vet students: many vet colleges have a student ambassador group who communicate with pre-vets to answer questions and offer advice • Connect pre-vets with other pre-vets : • At your college • With students at local colleges • APVMA

  27. Pre-Vet Advising AAVMC Important Documents & Forms http://aavmc.org • College General Information Chart http://www.aavmc.org/data/files/vmcas/vmsar%20general%20info%20chart%202013.pdf • College Prerequisite Comparison Chart for 2013 Matriculation http://www.aavmc.org/data/files/vmcas/prerequisite_chart_2013.pdf • VMCAS Applicant Checklist http://www.aavmc.org/data/files/vmcas/checklist_2012.pdf

  28. Pre-Vet Advising AAVMC Important Documents & Forms • Sample VMCAS Application (2011) http://www.aavmc.org/data/files/vmcas/sampleapp2011.pdf • VMCAS Fact Sheet http://www.aavmc.org/data/files/students_advisors/aavmc_vmcasfactsheet.pdf • Accreditation and Licensure Information http://www.aavmc.org/data/files/students_advisors/accreditation_licensuredocument.pdf • AAVMC Privacy Policy http://www.aavmc.org/data/files/students_advisors/aavmcprivacypolicy.pdf

  29. Pre-Vet Advising Veterinary Medical School Admissions Requirements (VMSAR) • Contact information for all 28 U.S. Vet Colleges • Also listings for Canadian Vet Colleges as well as UK, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the Caribbean, and Mexico • http://aavmc.org/Publications/VMSAR.aspx • 1-800-247-6553 • Cost $21.95 plus shipping

  30. Pre-Vet Advising Advice to strengthen an application • Undergraduate GPA and GRE scores • Depth and breadth of veterinary and animal experience • Letters of evaluation • Pay attention to objective and subjective parts of preparation and application • Write thoughtful essays and be sure to edit • Prepare for interviews (research school, mock interviews, etc.)

  31. Pre-Vet Advising Advice our Vet Students have passed along • Take liberal arts courses as well as a breadth of sciences • Get involved! Build leadership and communication skills • Meet other pre-vets to feel connected • Take advantage of what your school has to offer: study abroad, internships, off-campus programs, research opportunities, etc. • Don’t feel rushed- it is worth it to take your time and prepare • Connect with the Vet Colleges early in the process—informational meetings, tours, faculty

  32. Careers in Veterinary Medicine • Private Practice or Corporate Practice • Small Animal Practice: dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, reptiles, fish • Large Animal Practice: Horses and/or farm animals • Mixed/General Practice: Combination of the above

  33. Careers in Veterinary Medicine • Public Health • Investigating animal and human disease • Examples food-borne illnesses, West Nile disease, rabies, influenza, etc. • Work at USFDA, Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Homeland Security, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, National Institute of Health (NIH) • NOTE: DVM/MPH Dual Degree program with the University of Minnesota

  34. Careers in Veterinary Medicine • Regulatory Medicine • State & federal regulatory agencies • Prevent foreign diseases coming into US, ensure healthy animals enter food supply, animal care, research • US Department of Agriculture

  35. Careers in Veterinary Medicine • Research & Teaching • Faculty at colleges and universities • Teach through classroom and clinical experiences • Research at universities, government agencies, corporate • Research can associate with disease, treatments and methods/procedures

  36. Careers in Veterinary Medicine • Other • Aquatic Animal Medicine • Zoo Medicine • Shelter Medicine • Wildlife Medicine • Military • Government • Business and industry

  37. Research Opportunities • DVM/PhD Dual Degree Program • Leadership Program • Veterinary Investigator Program • Veterinary Training in Biomedical Research • Summer Dairy Institute • Aquavet

  38. Pre-Vet Advising Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine DVM Degree Program • General degree of all species • Veterinary curriculum includes small- and large-group exercises, lectures, laboratory exercises, and discussion • Students are actively engaged in learning, working with faculty, peers, and independently • Required clinical rotations and pathways

  39. Pre-Vet Advising Class of 102 students (900-1000 applications) • 250-300 NY applications for approximately 55 NY seats • 650-700 Non-NY applications for approximately 47 seats

  40. Pre-Vet Advising Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Admissions Formula 25% Overall GPA 25% GRE (V & Q) or MCAT 5% Quality of Academic Program 20% Animal/Veterinary/Biomedical Research (supported by letters of evaluation) 10% Non-cognitive Skills 10% All Other Achievements and Letters of Evaluation 5% Personal Statement

  41. Pre-Vet Advising Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Prerequisite Courses • English~ full year (1 course composition or writing intensive) • Biology- full year with labs • Microbiology- 1 semester with lab • Chemistry- full year with labs • Organic Chemistry- full year with labs • Biochemistry- 1 semesters (4 credits) • Physics- full year with labs

  42. Pre-Vet Advising Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Veterinary, Animal & Biomedical Research Experiences • Minimally 1 veterinary medical experience (400 hours) • 1 letter of evaluation from a veterinarian • Understanding of the veterinary medical profession • Breadth and depth of experience • Competitive applicant engaged in 2 or more areas • Substantial depth in 1 • Proper animal care and husbandry

  43. Pre-Vet Advising Cornell University College Required Clinical Rotations • Ambulatory & Production Medicine • Community Practice Medicine • Small Animal Medicine • Small Animal Surgery: Soft Tissue • Large Animal Medicine • Large Animal Surgery: Soft Tissue • Anesthesiology • Dermatology • Ophthalmology • Pathology • Imaging • Small (or Large) Animal Emergency & Critical Care of Veterinary Medicine Pathways • Small Animal • Equine • Exotics • Zoo and Wildlife • Production Animal

  44. Pre-Vet Advising Visit Cornell Summer Admissions Presentations & Tours: • June 15, 2012; 3:00-5:00 • July 6, 2012; 2:00-4:00 • July 13, 2012; 2:00-4:00 • August 3, 2012; 2:00-4:00 • Off-Campus Presentation: • Cornell University Veterinary Specialists, Stamford, CT • July 17, 2012, 6:00pm • Annual Open House • April 2013

  45. Pre-Vet Advising Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Contact Information Jennifer Mailey, Director of Admissions jam333@cornell.edu (607)253-3702 Subscribe to the Pre-Vet Newsletter: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/admissions/PreVetNewsletters.cfm

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