Veterinary School Timeline
Spring 2023
Complete LHSI research project and present at the showcase
Lock in an animal-related opportunity for the summer
Applied to a research internship at Purdue - was not accepted
Apply for pre-veterinary internship at the zoo
Complete BIOL-K324, BIOL-K325, CHEM-C342, CHEM-C344, PSY-B 110, CSCI-N200
Begin researching and planning visits for the veterinary schools of interest and complete required pre-requisites.
Purdue University
Ohio State University
Cornell University
North Carolina State University
Meet with the Preps office to ensure I'm completing necessary classes and preparing for veterinary school
Summer 2023
Consider taking English credit during the summer to lighten courseload in upcoming semester.
Complete an animal-related volunteer opportunity and try to shadow veterinarians in a variety of specialties
Fall 2023
Host a successful philanthropy event for my sorority and raise $10,000 for Riley's Children Hospital
Continue / find a new veterinary related experience
Complete BIOL-K384, PHYS-P201, PHIL-P 120, STAT-30100
Start considering who to ask letters of recommendation from
Meet with academic advisor to make sure I'm on track to graduate.
Spring 2024
Ask faculty, supervisors, or veterinarians for recommendation letters
Complete BIOL-K356, BIOL-K375, BIOL-K331, PHYS-P202,
Make an appointment with the PREP's office to discuss application process.
Transition the next sorority philanthropy chair and be an active resource to help her.
Summer 2024
Take the GRE (if necessary for specific schools I'm applying to)
Complete VMCAS Application
Start using online resources to practice for the interview (Big Interview)
Fall 2024
Schedule a mock interview with PREPs
Begin receiving interview invitations.
If not begin working on an alternative plan if not asked back for interviews
Complete BIOL-K490, BIOL-K350, BIOL-K341, BIOL-K342
Graduate!
Spring 2025 & Summer 2025
Continue to work at a veterinary facility and plan move for veterinary school
Fall 2025
Start veterinary school