What is Pre-Veterinary Medicine?
Pre-veterinary medicine is a pre-professional track that consists of courses in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics which are required for admission consideration by veterinary schools. Veterinary schools do not require specific majors such as biology or chemistry. Students can choose any major and fulfill the pre-veterinary requirements. At UC, the requirements may be added to any degree program in any major. For some majors, this may add extra time to complete all academic requirements. Most veterinary schools require a baccalaureate degree. Success Factors While ability in the basic sciences of biology, chemistry and physics and success on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) are important in gaining admission to veterinary school, animal/veterinary experience is crucial. This is important in assisting applicants to explore if they are well-suited for the profession. Veterinary schools also explore a prospective candidate’s interpersonal skills, integrity, motivation and em
