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Hi all,
I apologize if my questions may have been repetitive to others who may already have posted something similar, but I hope some of you can share your thoughts.
My Background:
I got my Bachelor's Degree in Applied Computer Science from Illinois State University in December 1999 with a cumulative GPA 3.24 and a major GPA 3.2. I worked in the Information Technology field in Chicago and NYC serving the Health Care and Commercial Banking businesses since my graduation. Two months ago, I finally had had enough of IT and decided to pursue my dream to become a vet. I started volunteering in a city-run animal shelter since. I am ready to move out of NYC as long as my next destination will give me a better shot to get into vet schools. I am even willing to relocate to a place where it can give me a better chance to get into vet school.
Questions:
1. Do vet schools only consider applicants who complete a formal post bac pre-med program? Can people apply for vet schools after they complete all the Math and Science prerequisites in schools that do not offer post bac pre-med programs?
2. What post bac pre-med/pre-vet programs have a good reputation and a high acceptance rate to vet school?
3. Are there any respected post bac pre-med programs in NYC area, other than the one by Columbia? Any successful stories from those who finished post bac pre-med in NYC and entered vet schools?
4. What is your opinion of completing post bac pre-med prerequisites in one of the VMCAS schools and then apply for vet school?
Your advice is truly appreciated!
I apologize if my questions may have been repetitive to others who may already have posted something similar, but I hope some of you can share your thoughts.
My Background:
I got my Bachelor's Degree in Applied Computer Science from Illinois State University in December 1999 with a cumulative GPA 3.24 and a major GPA 3.2. I worked in the Information Technology field in Chicago and NYC serving the Health Care and Commercial Banking businesses since my graduation. Two months ago, I finally had had enough of IT and decided to pursue my dream to become a vet. I started volunteering in a city-run animal shelter since. I am ready to move out of NYC as long as my next destination will give me a better shot to get into vet schools. I am even willing to relocate to a place where it can give me a better chance to get into vet school.
Questions:
1. Do vet schools only consider applicants who complete a formal post bac pre-med program? Can people apply for vet schools after they complete all the Math and Science prerequisites in schools that do not offer post bac pre-med programs?
2. What post bac pre-med/pre-vet programs have a good reputation and a high acceptance rate to vet school?
3. Are there any respected post bac pre-med programs in NYC area, other than the one by Columbia? Any successful stories from those who finished post bac pre-med in NYC and entered vet schools?
4. What is your opinion of completing post bac pre-med prerequisites in one of the VMCAS schools and then apply for vet school?
Your advice is truly appreciated!
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