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Dwyn said:
Turned down more than 1 school to go to RVC or to an American school?
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Sorry, I tried to make that clear. Turned down multiple american school acceptances to go to RVC.
 
Yea one girl I think said she turned down UCD and maybe a couple others like LSU to attend RVC. The rate is cheaper, even considering living in London + tuition. Although we'll really be in London for 1 year, Hawkshead I can imagine will be much cheaper.
 
I turned down Auburn and University of Missouri for RVC. I am beginning to get nervous but I know that I'm making the right decision. All the RVC stats are pretty impossible to beat!
 
VetBound said:
I turned down Auburn and University of Missouri for RVC. I am beginning to get nervous but I know that I'm making the right decision. All the RVC stats are pretty impossible to beat!
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Are you an American student and still opting to go the more expensive route just to go to RVC? My family is pressuring the crap out of me to go to U of IL and I got into RVC as well, but what it boils down to really is money vs. happiness. Since I'm paying for my own schooling it makes the most sense to go to U of IL because it's the cheapest option. I went there for undergrad and the only redeeming quality about that school is that I enjoyed most of the people I met there. Mind you, they're mostly all gone and graduated by now. I disliked the campus and I disliked the undergraduate program I attended. But it's projected $180K for U of IL versus projected $300K for RVC. Once again, money vs. happiness...

And AngSchmange, did you turn down American schools (as an American) to go to RVC?
 
Dwyn said:
Are you an American student and still opting to go the more expensive route just to go to RVC? My family is pressuring the crap out of me to go to U of IL and I got into RVC as well, but what it boils down to really is money vs. happiness. Since I'm paying for my own schooling it makes the most sense to go to U of IL because it's the cheapest option. I went there for undergrad and the only redeeming quality about that school is that I enjoyed most of the people I met there. Mind you, they're mostly all gone and graduated by now. I disliked the campus and I disliked the undergraduate program I attended. But it's projected $180K for U of IL versus projected $300K for RVC. Once again, money vs. happiness...

And AngSchmange, did you turn down American schools (as an American) to go to RVC?
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I would double check your financial calculations... (these are last year's class figures, so perhaps one of them spiked?)

Illinois (IS) is ~$ 22,000/yr
RVC (Int'l) is ~ $ 31,000/yr

Am I missing something here? I know COL will be higher in London, but the COL should be decreased for the last 2 years. RVC said they recommend students budget $1115/mo. for living expenses (roommate, eating cheaply, etc.).

So.... go to RVC!
 
Dwyn said:
Are you an American student and still opting to go the more expensive route just to go to RVC? My family is pressuring the crap out of me to go to U of IL and I got into RVC as well, but what it boils down to really is money vs. happiness. Since I'm paying for my own schooling it makes the most sense to go to U of IL because it's the cheapest option. I went there for undergrad and the only redeeming quality about that school is that I enjoyed most of the people I met there. Mind you, they're mostly all gone and graduated by now. I disliked the campus and I disliked the undergraduate program I attended. But it's projected $180K for U of IL versus projected $300K for RVC. Once again, money vs. happiness...

And AngSchmange, did you turn down American schools (as an American) to go to RVC?
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Yes, I am an American student who turned down other U.S. schools just to go to RVC. For me there were a variety of reasons but I actually tried to let money not be one of them. It does come down to money vs. happiness at points though. However, I know that where I get the best education that will prepare me for the best career, will be where I am happiest and there is not doubt that RVC is that place.

I would also check your financial calculations as they sound extremely high to me.
 
CurrySpice:

According to the website http://www.osfa.uiuc.edu/cost/grad/res_1112.html, it's anticipated to cost about $44K/year for University of Illinois. For the website http://www.rvc.ac.uk/Undergraduate/Documents/CostofAttendanceforUSLoans2010.pdf, it's anticipated to cost about $80K/year for RVC. The first is 2011-2012 Cost of Attendance (COA) and the second is 2010-2011. Cost of attendance is all encompassing, where it's tuition, housing, food, entertainment, etc. I know that the COA is completely projected and it's not necessarily that high for RVC or U of IL for that matter, but that is what I'm basing for my financial judgement. When I went to the interview, they told applicants to expect to spend about 900 pounds per month, which based off the Internet is about $1,500/month for everything. And yeah, I didn't take into account that I could potentially be living in Hawkshead for the last 2 years versus Camden (or an area near Camden) so that's true.

VetBound:

When you said there was a variety of reasons, may I ask what they are? If not, I'm totally okay with that. For me, I already did my undergrad at U of IL and I didn't enjoy the campus/program but I did enjoy the people, so that is kind of another reason why I don't want to go back. The campus will not have changed drastically because it's still in the middle of central IL and surrounded by hours of corn fields, so that's no difference. And the program may be different but it sounds like it's about 8am-5pm solid Monday through Friday and that frightens me. I'm afraid I'd fail out! Plus no lectures are recorded or anything like they are for RVC, so if I accidentally miss a lecture for whatever reason (sickness, car troubles, etc) then I'm SOL unless I have nice, caring friends that would take notes for me or something.

I agree that money shouldn't be the defining factor, but since I'm paying for my own education and it seems like we won't get our loans in until a month into the program, I can't help but think about finances. I think if I subtracted finances as an issue, I'd still go to London. I've never been to Europe before and I've been to U of IL and it's nothing new and exciting to me like RVC would be. Plus I'd feel more like an individual there and not like just another Midwestern applicant like I would at U of IL.

Both/All of You:

To be honest, I'm interested in wildlife/exotics/companion animals, and I know the first two aren't going to be an option for further study at EITHER institution, so it's really a matter of where I want to receive my companion/farm animal experience.

I just don't know what to do because my family/relatives/some friends are pressuring me to go to U of IL and my other friends are like "It's a once in a lifetime experience - go to RVC" so it's so tough for me and it's eating me inside. I'm just wondering if you American applicants have been suffering from the same problems as me and what epiphany you had to make your final decision.

Thanks for all your help, everyone! I appreciate any/all advice I get!
 
Did you see the zoo animal dissections on youtube that were done at RVC?

If they did that, I wouldn't underestimate the amount of exotic experience you could get if you work hard. I'm sure London has a great zoo, but you probably would only be involved during breaks... which you could do from IL too.

That's bizarre how much higher the COA is for RVC when the tuition is relatively similar. I would be curious as to how accurate it actually is. London is expensive, I suppose.

It sounds like you want to attend RVC, but you're afraid that you will regret spending the extra money to study abroad. No one can make this decision for you, but I would be hesitant to take out the extra loans. Call RVC and demand a full-ride! hahahaha
 
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Did you see the zoo animal dissections on youtube that were done at RVC?

If they did that, I wouldn't underestimate the amount of exotic experience you could get if you work hard. I'm sure London has a great zoo, but you probably would only be involved during breaks... which you could do from IL too.

That's bizarre how much higher the COA is for RVC when the tuition is relatively similar. I would be curious as to how accurate it actually is. London is expensive, I suppose.

It sounds like you want to attend RVC, but you're afraid that you will regret spending the extra money to study abroad. No one can make this decision for you, but I would be hesitant to take out the extra loans. Call RVC and demand a full-ride! hahahaha
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Yeah, you'd think that since the tuition is relatively similar that it would cost just about the same as being an out-of-state student. Maybe I'll make that as a justification to my family. I'm actually looking into housing that's not student housing that's hopefully somewhat of what I'd pay if I lived on my own at U of IL. I remember from undergrad that to live on campus by oneself it costs about $600/month for rent and I don't remember if that includes utilities or not. So that being said, it's about 368 pounds per month for rent excluding utilities. Based off the websites I'm using it's possible to find, but I won't necessarily be near RVC since Camden is a bit "trendy" from what I'm told from English citizens, so it's a bit higher priced. I'm looking into other suburbs where I can just use the tube to get to RVC.

I haven't seen the zoo dissections at RVC. That's pretty cool! The closest zoo to U of IL is about 45 minutes to an hour away driving, and I don't even know if U of IL has affiliations with those zoos (they may not even be AZA accredited for all I know).

It's a double edged sword. I will regret NOT going to RVC considering that I know how wonderful it is to live and study overseas. I've done it twice now and I wasn't homesick at all! Granted, both times were 4 months or less, but still. I'm not the type to really get homesick. But I also am concerned that it's going to cost me another $100K just to study at RVC and I already have about that much from undergrad/grad school. I just don't know what the 'right' choice is in this matter, and I have to make a decision before April 15th. I was hoping I'd get one of the three scholarships available to international students at RVC but unfortunately I didn't. Such is life...
 
I think it would be tough to cut down living expenses if you're in London. It would be a 1x/lifetime experience, and you don't want to be counting pennies instead of enjoying British theater.

If I were you... (I would already be biased, and obsessed with the UK), but I would make some extra sacrifices to attend RVC. I would tell myself that I could visit home 1x/year, live in a tiny apartment with a bunch of roomies, and eat super cheaply. It's amazing how much you can save if you share a 2br flat with 3 other students! But, I would probably blow some money at the theater and other essential London experiences.

On a side note, I wish one of the scholarship recipients would come on SDN. I can't imagine I have a great shot, but I would love to hear what sort of experience they had!
 
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I think it would be tough to cut down living expenses if you're in London. It would be a 1x/lifetime experience, and you don't want to be counting pennies instead of enjoying British theater.

If I were you... (I would already be biased, and obsessed with the UK), but I would make some extra sacrifices to attend RVC. I would tell myself that I could visit home 1x/year, live in a tiny apartment with a bunch of roomies, and eat super cheaply. It's amazing how much you can save if you share a 2br flat with 3 other students! But, I would probably blow some money at the theater and other essential London experiences.

On a side note, I wish one of the scholarship recipients would come on SDN. I can't imagine I have a great shot, but I would love to hear what sort of experience they had!
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Yeah that's why I'm looking into housing that's far away and asking people on different websites if they're looking for a roommate. Because ideally I'd like to spend less than 100 pounds/week on rent/utilities. It seems like those options are available but everyone is offering that I come and have a look at their house/apartment/room and clearly I don't have a visa to go over there and I'm nowhere near England to be checking it out. And/or they give me their number and clearly I can't call them either, since I don't have an English phone! I could Skype call them but then again, it's no guarantee they'll lease the room to me. It's all chance, really. But hopefully there are good people out there who would be sympathetic of my situation and work with me.

And yeah... I wish I knew the people who got the scholarships and how they got them. If it was need based, merit based, or what.
 
Dwyn,

Not sure if you have seen this or not but check out RVC's break down of financial needs on their website. The link is http://www.rvc.ac.uk/Undergraduate/Finances.cfm#tuitionfees.

Also, if you inbox me your email I can send you a financial outline that another student going to RVC and her father put together. It is dramatically different from the $80,000/yr predicted as well.

As far as my reasons for choosing RVC? Well, I'm going to be a bit wordy but you asked! Keep in mind I sent this to another student asking not that long ago so its a little more formal and composed.

There were multiple facets of my decision to choose RVC over other US schools. I was accepted to the University of Columbia and Auburn. Both allow you to get in state tuition after a certain period of time which would be much cheaper than RVC. I tried to look at it from the stand point of no matter how much money I payed, wherever I was happier is where I would be the most successful. If that meant paying more to get a better education and truly enjoy myself I decided it would be well worth it.

Another reason I chose RVC was for the unique opportunities it would offer me as a future Veterinarian as well as the state of the art facilities and laboratories. Currently I do not have the desire to do general practice but would instead like to do some form of research and translational medicine. RVC offers not just research projects for this area but many others ranging from diabetes to locomotion of ostriches. It would be false to say that RVC does not offer a project for anything you want to do. I would also like to do international work for a period of time. Upon graduating from RVC you are licensed to practice in the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. All you have to do to return to the US is pass the NAVLE which RVC had a 99% pass rate of last year. RVC also boasts the largest small animal referral hospital in Europe ensuring that you will be exposed to any type of disorder, ailment, or disease you could possilby think of.

Third, I had the opportunity to meet with the staff of RVC while visiting New York in January. The professors were not only kind and easy to get along with but you could tell they possessed a general passion for working with students and helping them accomplish all of their goals. I felt very comfortable while I was there.

I can't forget about London! It would also be a lie to say that being in one of the biggest and oldest cities in Europe does not play a role in my decision. I love to travel and the city will offer an adventure in itself. As far as my mom goes, she is having a hard time with the move but she is supportive. Really it has just become me taking care of most of the financial aid paperwork, etc. to alleviate a little bit of the stress and anxiety from her. My father passed away when I was in high school and it has been a tough decision to leave my mom and my sister but I know that more than anything my mom wants what is best for me and I think she knows just as well as I do that RVC is that right now. The other students have also been very supportive and it has encouraged my mom to know that there will be several non-traditionals joining our class.

Last but not least, you need to weigh the pros and cons and decide what would be best for you. TN is a great school and I can only give you a huge congratulations for getting first alternate at Colorado as it is a fantastic school as well. Both sets of schools have their ups and downs and it honestly comes to which combination of characteristics fits you best!

Also, RVC does offer Masters in Wild Animal Health and Wild Animal Biology that you can matriculate into during your time in the BVetMed program.

Hope this helps, let me know if you have any other questions!
 
VetBound,

Did you get my personal message?
 
You will not EVER be needing to spend 80 grand a year at RVC! That is so crazy, seriously, I'm in shock!! This is FAR from the truth and only true really if you want to live in Regents Park (about 6 grand a month!). The student I met took out 60 grand a year and that was BEFORE tuition went down for American students, and she said she even had some left over each year that she paid off interest with. With the current exchange rate it's about $32,000 a year. I'll be taking out $50 grand per year, and living within walking distance of the Camden Campus. You will DEF pay less once you move to Hawkshead for the last THREE years, because almost everyone moves into houses with each other, so rent will AT LEAST half from the London price. I'm in the 4-year accel, so I'll be living in London for 1 year and the Hawkshead campus for the next 3.

I interviewed at Western but was denied; however, I decided on RVC after my interview with Western. The cost is MUCH cheaper (for off-campus living AND Tuition!), and the stats of RVC, which is hundreds of years old, is AMAZING!

I'm also interested in exotics/zoo, and there are at LEAST 60 zoos/wildlife centers/rehab centers and other places with exotic animals around England, which is way more than 1 particular state I would think. Remember England is about the size of NY so it's much easier to get around and things are much closer together.

And living in London is NOT expensive, however it is if you're coming from a non-city or a cheaper cost of living state! For instance, living in Manhattan is about $1600 for a TINY TINY apartment, but I've been looking into places in Camden (studios) which are about 200 dollars a week, so like $900 a month, and they're bigger and nicer than NYC studios. Of course, you could always find a 4 or 5 bedroom flat and live with other people which is probably what'll end up happening to me, and the rent will really decrease when it's split. Internet is also cheaper in the UK, but the iPhone might be more expensive, which is what I'm going to get. Also, there are MUCH cheaper places to buy food and clothes in England/London. They have ASDA (owned by Wal-Mart), Tescos (which is like wal-mart, super cheap!), and Primark (for RIDICULOUSLY cheap clothes, I bought leggings for like 8 dollars, socks for 2, shoes for 5 dollars).

And don't forget, free healthcare! woot! We'll get free health care being students with student visa's in England, that's a huge appeal for me, not that I get sick often, but paying for health insurance would be a real downer. Plus the Underground (London subway system) is pretty cheap and very simple, and 100x nicer than NYC subway.
 
Dwyn said:
Yeah that's why I'm looking into housing that's far away and asking people on different websites if they're looking for a roommate. Because ideally I'd like to spend less than 100 pounds/week on rent/utilities. It seems like those options are available but everyone is offering that I come and have a look at their house/apartment/room and clearly I don't have a visa to go over there and I'm nowhere near England to be checking it out. And/or they give me their number and clearly I can't call them either, since I don't have an English phone! I could Skype call them but then again, it's no guarantee they'll lease the room to me. It's all chance, really. But hopefully there are good people out there who would be sympathetic of my situation and work with me.

And yeah... I wish I knew the people who got the scholarships and how they got them. If it was need based, merit based, or what.
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Living in Camden, I seriously doubt you'll be able to find anything worth living in for 100 pounds a week. Unless you move in with other U London students and there's like 8 of you haha. London isn't the most expensive city, but it's not cheap. Also, Camden is like the 'upper east side' of Manhattan, and it's a very popular place for people to live, so it's one of the more expensive neighborhoods in London. It's NW1 if you want to use some websites to get an idea of price.
 
AngSchmange said:
Living in Camden, I seriously doubt you'll be able to find anything worth living in for 100 pounds a week. Unless you move in with other U London students and there's like 8 of you haha. London isn't the most expensive city, but it's not cheap. Also, Camden is like the 'upper east side' of Manhattan, and it's a very popular place for people to live, so it's one of the more expensive neighborhoods in London. It's NW1 if you want to use some websites to get an idea of price.
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Hey, did you already find a place to stay while in Camden? If not, would you be interested in living together? Or are you living in student housing this academic year? I've been looking into places that aren't necessarily Camden but are cheaper rates per week/month for housing. And yeah, coming from the Midwest where land is cheap and housing is cheaper, I can see what you mean. I also got into the accelerated program. I was under the impression for the 5 year program that the first 3 years were at Camden campus and the last 2 years at Hawkshead? Or is it 2 years Camden 3 years Hawkshead?

I appreciate all you guys for answering my questions. I talked to some vet students at U of IL (even a second year) and it sounds like 'the experience is what you make of it', leading me to believe that it's not as fun as what London would be. I asked my mom this morning if she's okay with my decision about going to London, and she said she's concerned about the cost of it all but it's ultimately up to me. That being said, I think I may choose London. I've already been to U of IL and it seems like some of the students in the program aren't even that satisfied with the program. They just instilled a new program so that you get clinical experience at every year instead of waiting for year 3 and 4, but it sounds like since it just started out last year there's a lot of 'kinks' in the program that need to be fixed. So yeah, I don't know if I want to be a guinea pig to that.
 
Dwyn said:
Hey, did you already find a place to stay while in Camden? If not, would you be interested in living together? Or are you living in student housing this academic year? I've been looking into places that aren't necessarily Camden but are cheaper rates per week/month for housing. And yeah, coming from the Midwest where land is cheap and housing is cheaper, I can see what you mean. I also got into the accelerated program. I was under the impression for the 5 year program that the first 3 years were at Camden campus and the last 2 years at Hawkshead? Or is it 2 years Camden 3 years Hawkshead?

I appreciate all you guys for answering my questions. I talked to some vet students at U of IL (even a second year) and it sounds like 'the experience is what you make of it', leading me to believe that it's not as fun as what London would be. I asked my mom this morning if she's okay with my decision about going to London, and she said she's concerned about the cost of it all but it's ultimately up to me. That being said, I think I may choose London. I've already been to U of IL and it seems like some of the students in the program aren't even that satisfied with the program. They just instilled a new program so that you get clinical experience at every year instead of waiting for year 3 and 4, but it sounds like since it just started out last year there's a lot of 'kinks' in the program that need to be fixed. So yeah, I don't know if I want to be a guinea pig to that.
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The 5-yr program is 2 yrs camdan and 3 yrs hawkshead. I'm currently in Philly, and the housing is a little cheaper here than what I've found in London. But it seems like, in London, if you get roommates and live just a little north of RVC, it can definitely be affordable (maybe not midwest rates, but in comparison to other cities.)
When I was deciding where to apply money wasn't really the issue, my IS is Penn and its just as expensive as RVC. Honestly, my biggest deciding factor was I wanted to live in a city because I didn't want to have to get a car. I haven't owned a car in 4 yrs. I didn't want to have to deal with buying a car + gas + insurance as well as maintenance and breakdowns. As silly as this seems, it was a big deal to me. Thus, the UK was very appealing to me (I applied to RVC and Edinburgh.) Not only are the schools there in cities, but I couldn't drive if I wanted to. The only schools that might have kept me in the US were Penn and UMinn, and I didn't get into either so the decision was easy.
Sounds like you have your mind made up about where you want to go. So, hopefully I get to meet you in the fall!
 
laitmanvet said:
The 5-yr program is 2 yrs camdan and 3 yrs hawkshead. I'm currently in Philly, and the housing is a little cheaper here than what I've found in London. But it seems like, in London, if you get roommates and live just a little north of RVC, it can definitely be affordable (maybe not midwest rates, but in comparison to other cities.)
When I was deciding where to apply money wasn't really the issue, my IS is Penn and its just as expensive as RVC. Honestly, my biggest deciding factor was I wanted to live in a city because I didn't want to have to get a car. I haven't owned a car in 4 yrs. I didn't want to have to deal with buying a car + gas + insurance as well as maintenance and breakdowns. As silly as this seems, it was a big deal to me. Thus, the UK was very appealing to me (I applied to RVC and Edinburgh.) Not only are the schools there in cities, but I couldn't drive if I wanted to. The only schools that might have kept me in the US were Penn and UMinn, and I didn't get into either so the decision was easy.
Sounds like you have your mind made up about where you want to go. So, hopefully I get to meet you in the fall!
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The same question applies to you! Did you find housing already in Camden? And would you be interested in looking for housing with me? I'm up for living with as many or as few people as possible, I just want to be with other students and have rent that's not super expensive! And also, thanks for your views as well. I feel such a huge sense of relief now that I know I'm making the right decision. If a second year from U of IL isn't having that great of a time there and also went there for undergrad like I did, then clearly it's not the "right" choice. I'm so happy finally!
 
Dwyn said:
The same question applies to you! Did you find housing already in Camden? And would you be interested in looking for housing with me? I'm up for living with as many or as few people as possible, I just want to be with other students and have rent that's not super expensive! And also, thanks for your views as well. I feel such a huge sense of relief now that I know I'm making the right decision. If a second year from U of IL isn't having that great of a time there and also went there for undergrad like I did, then clearly it's not the "right" choice. I'm so happy finally!
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I PM'ed you.
 
To address the $80K a year: there is no way that you will actually spend that much money. I mean, unless you try. I took out the max that I could (I think for this year it was $78K) and my bank account has PLENTY of money in it still from the last loan payment. As long as you live frugally, take care to limit how much you spend going out, and find a place with a decent and affordable rent, you'll be golden.

Dwyn, I'm glad you made the decision that was best for you! You're gonna have a good time here, I think. 🙂 I had a similar decision to make last year, and I'm so happy that my decision landed me here at RVC. It's probably the best decision I've made thus far in my life.
 
Changing the subject a little - another question for the current students. How are you finding the exam system there - of just one large exam at the end of the year, and no smaller exams throughout to let you know how you're doing?
Do you find it hard to know if you're keeping up with the material and leaning it adequately, or do the MCQ/other things they provide help enough with that.

Do you fear that you could think you're studying well and learning the material, then come to hte exams at the end of hte year and be surprised and not pass? It seems like in the US system, with exams every few weeks/month you are constantly aware of how your doing, and have more time to fix it if things go wrong...
 
PM'd you, Dwyn!! I'm definitely interested in roommates, another girl and I are already planning on living together, but we would like to have at least 3, and maybe even 4 of us split a house (and obvi me and my bf in 1 room)/flat/whatever either right in camden or within biking distance of campus. I defffff want to be close to campus lol I'm not all about a long commute, or paying whatever amt of pounds everyday to take the Tube lol
 
lei-

do you know the rules the dorms have for visitors??
 
VB: Dorm rules technically say that you can't have visitors...but we all do ALL the time. So as long as you're smart about it, it's fine. I'm sure the same is true for Mary B. as well as College Grove.

As to the exam question...this I can't gloss over. It sucks not knowing if you're studying the right things or the right way until the end of the year. I mean, the 2 end of term MCQs help a little, but really, we all freak out about the fact that the rest of our time here is completely dependent on passing the final exams (by the way, there are 5 over a two week period). But as long as you keep on the ball, pay attention, and study hard, you should be fine. I've heard from others that have gone through the exam process that it's really not THAT bad, but if you're not prepared, you'll either just scrape by or miss the pass mark by a few points (passing is a 50).
 
lei325,

What is the dynamic of the vet program like? Is it mostly people aged 18th or is there an age range of what a first year vet student may expect to see? I'm just curious.

Also, when you say that you had heaps of money left over in your account, may I ask approximately how much? I'm trying to take out less loans than the maximum since I'm paying for my own education. Or would it be wise to take out the max and then later on take out significantly less?

Did/do you have a job while studying at RVC?

How much do you pay a week for housing? And what do you recommend to applicants that are from overseas for housing? I'm looking into spareroom.co.uk, gumtree (a bit unreliable though?), and studenthousing.lon.ac.uk. Any other suggestions? Or ideas of places near Camden campus that are reasonably priced?

I read on spareroom.co.uk that there's Council tax or something like that if you live off-campus? What is that?

Finally, what do people do about phones? What is the best phone service providers over there? Or is it best to have a 'global phone' from the U.S.?

Thanks!
 
Hey guys,

To those of you most definitely going to (or already going to) RVC, what all did you bring? I know when I went to Australia I just brought clothing and basic female necessities, but is there anything that if I went to RVC that I should not leave home without (besides the obvious answers like passport and money). Any specific clothing TYPES? I know it's a bit cooler in London a lot of times so I'm guessing don't forget jackets and stuff. I just wanted general recommendations. Thanks!
 
Heyy... so I just got my acceptance package in the mail yesterday...
I think it would be awesome to be able to go to England for school, but I really would like to wait and see what happens with the vet school where I am (though I probably won't hear till June). Regardless, I was thinking if it's possible to defer for a year (I'm planning a wedding now and would really have to figure out how to pay for school overseas too), plus there's more things that I'd like more time to figure out.
Do they allow you to defer at all? Or is it bad if I do?
Is there a polite way to ask that at all?
I was just wondering what other people think or if anyone else has had experience with this or know someone who has.


Another thing I was wondering was, do they end up not offering admission to any international students? I guess if you meet all their requirements and do good in the interview then you'll get in...but is there a certain amount that don't get in? I'm not sure how many seats there are for international students versus how many apply.
 
dee vee emm said:
Heyy... so I just got my acceptance package in the mail yesterday...
I think it would be awesome to be able to go to England for school, but I really would like to wait and see what happens with the vet school where I am (though I probably won't hear till June). Regardless, I was thinking if it's possible to defer for a year (I'm planning a wedding now and would really have to figure out how to pay for school overseas too), plus there's more things that I'd like more time to figure out.
Do they allow you to defer at all? Or is it bad if I do?
Is there a polite way to ask that at all?
I was just wondering what other people think or if anyone else has had experience with this or know someone who has.


Another thing I was wondering was, do they end up not offering admission to any international students? I guess if you meet all their requirements and do good in the interview then you'll get in...but is there a certain amount that don't get in? I'm not sure how many seats there are for international students versus how many apply.
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The 2009 admission stats are here: http://www.rvc.ac.uk/Undergraduate/BVetMedAcc/GeneralInformationforGraduates.cfm
It includes total international though, not just US and Canada.
 
Hey all,

I know I have read some of your previous posts about the scholarship recipients. Well, by some miraculous work of god, I received an email this morning from RVC stating that I have received one of the scholarships! I am still in shock I think!!
 
VetBound said:
Hey all,

I know I have read some of your previous posts about the scholarship recipients. Well, by some miraculous work of god, I received an email this morning from RVC stating that I have received one of the scholarships! I am still in shock I think!!
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Congrats!!!! 👍

Did you put your stats on the successful applicants thread?
 
Curryspice-

No, I believe I just listed where I was from and my major.
 
VetBound said:
Hey all,

I know I have read some of your previous posts about the scholarship recipients. Well, by some miraculous work of god, I received an email this morning from RVC stating that I have received one of the scholarships! I am still in shock I think!!
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Congratulations! I must admit, since finances are the main reason for my stress in going to RVC over U of IL, I'm very jealous of you! Congrats again! I wonder... do you know if the scholarship is merit based or by some other aspect?
 
Dwyn: I sent you a PM. 🙂

Dee: I don't think they let people defer unless there is illness or a family issue going on. I would email RVC and see what their policy is to make sure.
 
Dwyn said:
Congratulations! I must admit, since finances are the main reason for my stress in going to RVC over U of IL, I'm very jealous of you! Congrats again! I wonder... do you know if the scholarship is merit based or by some other aspect?
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On the website, it appears that the scholarship is merit-based. I assume that other factors may play a role as well, though.
 
So I was reading that we use a practical 'holistic' approach to the varied anatomy and physiology of domestic animals in one of our first year classes for the 4 year program. Does that mean we're not going to dissect animals but use pictures and stuff instead? What does that mean? Anyone?
 
Heyyy....
So I was just wondering... for those of you that are in RVC already and those that are going this year, when/did you plan on moving there? Sometime in August or beginning of September???

When does the school year start?
 
dee vee emm said:
Heyyy....
So I was just wondering... for those of you that are in RVC already and those that are going this year, when/did you plan on moving there? Sometime in August or beginning of September???

When does the school year start?
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We haven't gotten an official schedule yet, but last years pre-sessional started the second week of September. I think we are supposed to move a day or two before that. And not sure on the actual start date of classes (as we don't have the calendar yet.)
 
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