Prerequisite changes for upcoming application cycle (c/o 2029)

[MouseDoctor]

If you're a non-traditional or second-career applicant like me, you're likely sitting on a bunch of old coursework from undergrad wondering what the prerequisite expiration policies are like at the different vet schools. I'm posting this thread to share the information I have in one convenient spot.

The information below is for AVMA CoE accredited vet schools in the continental United States only and is up to date as of January 2024. Most of the information is sourced from the school websites, but a few are from conversations I've had with admissions counselors.

I did my best to post the source of the information provided below. I highly recommend e-mailing the admissions team for the vet school you're interested to confirm their policies. They're busy with the current admissions cycle so give them some time to write you back. Those I've reached out to have always written me back eventually.

I couldn't find policies for every school. If anyone has information on the schools with missing info, let me know and I'll update the OP. Same if you find any corrections.

Good luck you guys. It's never too late to give it a shot!

Institution	Older coursework expiration​	Older coursework policy	Source
Auburn University
Colorado State	10 years​	Biochemistry, cell biology, genetics and systems physiology must be taken within the last 10 years. Other courses are recommended within 10 years.	Admission Requirements - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - D.V.M. Program Review admission requirements for the D.V.M. Program, which include prerequisite courses and letters of recommendation. vetmedbiosci.colostate.edu
Cornell University	None​	Science courses taken more than 10 years ago are acceptable, but not preferred.	Prerequisite Credits and Courses Credit Requirements 60 completed semester credits (no bachelor's degree required) At least 30 of the 60 credits must be completed at the upper-division level (300- and 400-levels) at a four-year institution. You may apply with up to 12 semester credits (18 quarter credits) of prerequisite course... www.vet.cornell.edu
Iowa State	8 years​	Required courses must be completed within the past 8 years.	College of Veterinary Medicine | Iowa State University Catalog catalog.iastate.edu
Kansas State	6 years​	All required science courses must be taken within the last 6 years. Questions regarding exceptions may be directed to admissions.	Required Prerequisite Courework
Lincoln Memorial University	10 years​	Courses for all science prerequisites must have been completed within the last 10 years of application.	Requirements to Apply www.lmunet.edu
Long Island University	​
Louisiana State	10 years​	Prerequisites will be accepted for up to 10 years from the time of completion to DVM matriculation.	Prerequisites | LSU Vet Med www.lsu.edu
Michigan State	8 years​	Biology coursework expires after 8 years. If any ONE biology prerequisite is completed within the time limit, all other courses beyond the limit will be accepted.	E-mail from admissions counselor
Midwestern University
Mississippi State	5 years​	The student must update their coursework by completing 6 semester hours of upper-level science or math course work within the previous 5 years.	Application & Requirements | Vet Med The Application www.vetmed.msstate.edu
North Carolina State	​
Ohio State	10 years​	Science prerequisites expire after 10 years. Letter and resume may be provided to admissions committee to prove mastery in the field and waive expiration.	E-mail from admissions counselor
Oklahoma State	8 years​	Math and science based courses have to be taken within eight years of the year of application.	Frequently Asked Questions - Oklahoma State University Applying to veterinary school can be a challenge, but we have resources available for you. Check out some frequently asked questions. vetmed.okstate.edu
Oregon State	None​	No expiration date.	Academic Requirements for Admission No specific undergraduate program is preferred at Oregon State University, but students must complete the prerequisite courses listed below. Many students choose an animal science or biological science major because these bachelor's degree programs generally include most of the pre-veterinary... vetmed.oregonstate.edu
Purdue University	None​	Non-traditional applicants apply via VMCAS and are considered equally to all other applicants.	Frequently Asked Questions Answers to frequently asked questions about the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. vet.purdue.edu
Texas A&M University	10 years​	Any required coursework taken more than 10 years ago will need to be retaken.	Prerequisites The prerequisites required for entry into the DVM Professional Program are selected to best prepare applicants for the rigorous curriculum. Applicants are vetmed.tamu.edu
Texas Tech University	10 years​	Exceptions to the 10 year requirement may be considered on a case by case basis based on a holistic review of other coursework or experiences by the Admissions Committee.	Admissions Requirements | How to Apply | DVM Admissions | School of Veterinary Medicine | TTU www.depts.ttu.edu
Tufts University
Tuskegee University	6 years​	Only science courses completed within six (6) academic years of the date of application will be considered.	CVM-Course Requirements | Tuskegee University www.tuskegee.edu
University of Arizona
University of California Davis	None​	No expiration date.	Academic Preparation & Prerequisite Courses Academic Preparation & Prerequisites Courses No specific undergraduate program or major is required or preferred for admission into the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program. Applicants may select majors and schools on the basis of interest and aptitude as long as prerequisites are... www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu
University of Florida	​
University of Georgia	10 years​	All required science courses must be taken within the last 10 years.	DVM Application Process - University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine DVM Application Process University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine vet.uga.edu
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign	None​	Applicants who completed a BS/BA degree 6 years or more prior to matriculation for DVM studies at Illinois may petition to have all course work related to the BS/BA studies ignored in the admission decision process.	Special Considerations - Veterinary Medicine at Illinois RESIDENCY CONSIDERATIONS IN ADMISSION Preference is given to applicants who are residents of Illinois and who do not claim residency in another state. Half the seats are reserved for Illinois residents. A significant portion of... Read More > vetmed.illinois.edu
University of Minnesota	10 years​	All math and science prerequisite courses must be recent within 10 years of the application deadline.	Prerequisite courses Information on the prerequisite courses for the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. vetmed.umn.edu
University of Missouri
University of Pennsylvania
University of Tennessee
University of Wisconsin
Virginia-Maryland	5 years​	Must show at least one current science course OR work experience in the biological or physical sciences, clinical investigation or working as a licensed healthcare provider	2023-2024 Requirements and Prerequisites dvm.vetmed.vt.edu
Washington State	​
Western University of Health Sciences	None​	No expiration date.	E-mail from admissions counselor

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[TayARoca12]

Hi!
I wanted to start a thread with information on which schools are changing their prerequisite requirements for the upcoming application cycle (VMCAS 2024-2025).
For example VMCVM will require 24-30 credits for science competencies. Meaning you will get to choose the sciences they look at. So for those of us who let’s say struggle with physics, that no longer is a requirement and upper level sciences can be used.
I hope this makes sense!
Hopefully we can all share new updated prerequisite requirements here for those of us applying for the first time or having to reapply.
Thank you!!

 

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