Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
The application for admission to the College of Veterinary Medicine consists of the primary application through the VMCAS system. The application deadline is September 15th, with all areas of the VMCAS application completed.
After verification that all admissions and application requirements have been met, each application is forwarded for review. Reviewers consist of college faculty. Applicants deemed acceptable are then invited for an interview. Interview days generally take place October – January each year. Candidate interviews are conducted by a college faculty member paired with another member of the veterinary profession (this may include another college faculty; alumni; or other veterinarians in public or private practice).
Candidates whose application files pass the file review and interview processes are placed in the acceptable pool from which the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, and the Chair of the Admissions Committee selects the class. The college attempts to select a class that reflects broadly diverse characteristics considering: areas of critical need in veterinary medicine, economic and educational backgrounds, and species interest of the applicant.
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Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) welcomes international students and their families to our diverse university community.
International Student Services (ISS) is responsible for providing support and assistance in immigration advising, maintaining immigration status, maintaining information and documents on foreign students and their dependents in the Student and exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), staying current with rules and regulations and interpreting and applying the rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland Security.
Western University of Health Sciences has approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive VA educational benefits. The School Certifying Officials that are located on the Pomona, California campus assist all students who receive VA educational benefits. We cannot assist you with determining your eligibility for benefits.
Upcoming Events
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Information Session
Thursday, October 30 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeHosted by WesternU’s College of Veterinarian Medicine located in Pomona, CA, this information session will help those who are interested in pursuing their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. We will discuss the community, the top-notch curriculum, clinicals, and other career preparation experiences. Admission personnel will also present and answer questions regarding to the application process.
WesternU Preview Day & Open House | California Campus
Saturday, November 15 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeGet to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success
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Your journey to an exciting career in health care is just getting started. Please review the program admissions requirement or request more information and we’ll reach out to you. You may also consider scheduling a virtual advising appointment. We look forward to meeting you and discussing your goals!