LSU 2024-2025 (c/o 2029 hopefuls)

[supershorty]

This thread is for discussing applications to Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine in the 2024-2025 (class of 2029 hopefuls) cycle.

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[binx2002]

Hey guys! Goodluck to everyone this cycle. Just to be extra clear, the supplemental application are the VMCAS questions, right?

 

[amb.noelle]

Hey guys! Goodluck to everyone this cycle. Just to be extra clear, the supplemental application are the VMCAS questions, right?

yes! but there is a supplemental fee separate from VMCAS as well, i believe it was $100

 

[binx2002]

yes! but there is a supplemental fee separate from VMCAS as well, i believe it was $100

Thank you! 🙂

 

[FutureDVM02]

Application submitted, LSU is my in state. Denied last year, this is my second try.

Are we assuming they are not interviewing anyone this year? That seems so crazy to me, especially since their NAVLE pass rate has dropped so much.

If my timing is right they’d send word on acceptance/denial/waitlist on Dec 13th?

 

[TayARoca12]

Application submitted, LSU is my in state. Denied last year, this is my second try.

Are we assuming they are not interviewing anyone this year? That seems so crazy to me, especially since their NAVLE pass rate has dropped so much.

If my timing is right they’d send word on acceptance/denial/waitlist on Dec 13th?

Same here, but not my in state. Where did you see the NAVLE pass rate?

 

[FutureDVM02]

Same here, but not my in state. Where did you see the NAVLE pass rate?

It’s on their website and you can go back further, but here’s the last four:

2021- 96%
2022 - 90%
2023 - 79%
2024 -84%

A buddy of mine in year 3 said that the presumption is that Covid has impacted things, and they also changed up the curriculum although I don’t know when that exactly was. But you can Google any school’s pass rate and others I’ve checked (granted, I didn’t check all of them) are pretty consistent 90% and above with an occasional 80-something.

 

[TayARoca12]

It’s on their website and you can go back further, but here’s the last four:

2021- 96%
2022 - 90%
2023 - 79%
2024 -84%

A buddy of mine in year 3 said that the presumption is that Covid has impacted things, and they also changed up the curriculum although I don’t know when that exactly was. But you can Google any school’s pass rate and others I’ve checked (granted, I didn’t check all of them) are pretty consistent 90% and above with an occasional 80-something.

Wow, it makes sense though that Covid would have had an impact. I really like LSU and am glad that they have dropped there GPA cut off and are trying to be more holistic.

 

[FutureDVM02]

Wow, it makes sense though that Covid would have had an impact. I really like LSU and am glad that they have dropped there GPA cut off and are trying to be more holistic.

Yes, agreed. It’s so wild to me the schools that don’t interview. But the process is the process.

 

[TayARoca12]

Yes, agreed. It’s so wild to me the schools that don’t interview. But the process is the process.

Same!

 

[binx2002]

Is anyone else having trouble submitting the processing fee? I get an error of “No payment methods available. There may be a problem with your account, check the notifications on the overview page.” In which I have no notifications, it is empty. I’ve tried refreshing the page and entering the portal on Google Chrome and Safari. Nothing has worked. I emailed them, and hope I get quick response as the deadline to pay is Oct. 1...

 

[FutureDVM02]

Looks like the website has recently been tweaked a bit….

Thoughts on this statement? They didn’t interview anyone last year and gave all decisions around Dec 15.

“It is the prerogative of the Veterinary Admissions Committee to hold or not hold interviews each cycle. If held, interview performance will be a selection factor for those invited to interview. Information regarding interviews will be communicated to applicants in late December of the application cycle.”

 

[Cowsrcool]

Looks like the website has recently been tweaked a bit….

Thoughts on this statement? They didn’t interview anyone last year and gave all decisions around Dec 15.

“It is the prerogative of the Veterinary Admissions Committee to hold or not hold interviews each cycle. If held, interview performance will be a selection factor for those invited to interview. Information regarding interviews will be communicated to applicants in late December of the application cycle.”

Interesting… it previously said decisions acceptances denials and waitlists would be sent out around Dec 15. Maybe they’re considering interviewing this year?

 

[FutureDVM02]

Interesting… it previously said decisions acceptances denials and waitlists would be sent out around Dec 15. Maybe they’re considering interviewing this year?

I was so banking on finding out an answer before Christmas like they did last cycle. And I think the cycle before (2022). My anxiety is through the roof.

 

[Cowsrcool]

I was so banking on finding out an answer before Christmas like they did last cycle. And I think the cycle before (2022). My anxiety is through the roof.

I wish if they were going to do interviews it could be communicated before the end of December. That way people don’t anticipate decisions coming out without interviews included

 

[FutureDVM02]

I wish if they were going to do interviews it could be communicated before the end of December. That way people don’t anticipate decisions coming out without interviews included

Exactly. I’m 100% sure they gave decisions second week of December 2023. And I’m pretty sure the same week December 2022.

Why would they push it now?

 

[FutureDVM02]

Exactly. I’m 100% sure they gave decisions second week of December 2023. And I’m pretty sure the same week December 2022.

Why would they push it now?

Ok- just combed back through and found the thread from 2022 (class of 2027).

On Dec 20 they gave out in state interviews and OOS acceptances. Then in mid-Feb they gave IS decisions.

I know for a fact decisions for IS were released second week of Dec last year. They did not interview anyone to my knowledge.

Seems they change it up every year. God this makes it even harder to stay calm. 😂

 

[abrew13]

Ok- just combed back through and found the thread from 2022 (class of 2027).

On Dec 20 they gave out in state interviews and OOS acceptances. Then in mid-Feb they gave IS decisions.

I know for a fact decisions for IS were released second week of Dec last year. They did not interview anyone to my knowledge.

Seems they change it up every year. God this makes it even harder to stay calm. 😂

decisions were released on friday december 15th last year, and it was just an email saying check your portal basically

 

[tal1214]

The system was updated today … my file is currently under review

 

[horsegirl976]

The system was updated today … my file is currently under review

Eek mine too! 😵‍💫

 

[fidge]

does anybody know if the 3.2 mentioned is a 3.20 or anything below 3.3? I have a 3.22🥲

 

[tal1214]

does anybody know if the 3.2 mentioned is a 3.20 or anything below 3.3? I have a 3.22🥲View attachment 393683

Good question … I’m not sure but since they just said 3.2 I mean you’re technically above that

 

[horsegirl976]

does anybody know if the 3.2 mentioned is a 3.20 or anything below 3.3? I have a 3.22🥲View attachment 393683

I read it as 3.20 or lower undergoes this extra review, so it seems like you should be good!

 

[binx2002]

does anybody know if the 3.2 mentioned is a 3.20 or anything below 3.3? I have a 3.22🥲View attachment 393683

It says greater than or equal to so I'd assume you're okay!

 

[Cowsrcool]

Is being in “folder review” something all applicants have or does that mean we passed some sort of pre-screening of our application?

 

[Dquinn1232]

Is being in “folder review” something all applicants have or does that mean we passed some sort of pre-screening of our application?

I’m 90% sure everyone gets that if u meet standard pre reqs and have under the required “in progress” amount

 

[FutureDVM02]

Is being in “folder review” something all applicants have or does that mean we passed some sort of pre-screening of our application?

Correct. If you meet the requirements you’ll get a folder review. I also think every IS applicant is guaranteed a folder review.

 

[iloveruminants]

So, we will find out decisions in December if there are no interviews held?

 

[catsandsnakes]

So, we will find out decisions in December if there are no interviews held?

Yes, I believe we'll find out by December 15th!

 

[Chickencupcake01]

Has anyone recieved an email from LSU at all? I have not got an email about anything from them - UGA and MSU sent emails about portals and that they were doing application review.

 

[TJLJLS]

Has anyone recieved an email from LSU at all? I have not got an email about anything from them - UGA and MSU sent emails about portals and that they were doing application review.

The only email I got was back in September of confirming they received my application with a link to a portal.

 

[Really??]

Has anyone recieved an email from LSU at all? I have not got an email about anything from them - UGA and MSU sent emails about portals and that they were doing application review.

For OOS applicants, last year at least, you won’t hear anything until them admit/WL/deny decision in December. Just keep looking at the portal

 

[Chickencupcake01]

UGA has a portal?

no my bad ! I meant more like the pay portal - but mississippi does / UGA sent a pay portal to pay for the supplemental fee - and ive received emails from UGA from parker about being in application review - I have not recieved any emails at all from LSU since the supplemental fee was due - Didnt know if that was normal - Mississippi sends emails about admission hours and information all the time.

I've been checking my portal! Just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing anything

 

[laxbro14]

no my bad ! I meant more like the pay portal - but mississippi does / UGA sent a pay portal to pay for the supplemental fee - and ive received emails from UGA from parker about being in application review - I have not recieved any emails at all from LSU since the supplemental fee was due - Didnt know if that was normal - Mississippi sends emails about admission hours and information all the time.

I've been checking my portal! Just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing anything

Got it. Had me worried there haha. Wish you the best!

 

[zoogrl29]

I would just like to put it out there that when you’re accepted (stay positive!), the pre class offered (WIT) is not really an Anatomy class and more of a “how to study” class. It was a waste of money and time for most of us. Especially because you will be subjected to all of that study information again and forced to attend during your 1st semester. The anatomy time you get is (maybe?) an hour (of the 5 hours) in the lab with a cat and it’s so minimal it’s not worth the precious time you have left to rest and get set up for the start of the year. You do get your badge early and a feel of the school so that was a positive, but you can always just walk in and do that on your own time. Good luck everyone!

 

[futuredvm29]

I would just like to put it out there that when you’re accepted (stay positive!), the pre class offered (WIT) is not really an Anatomy class and more of a “how to study” class. It was a waste of money and time for most of us. Especially because you will be subjected to all of that study information again and forced to attend during your 1st semester. The anatomy time you get is (maybe?) an hour (of the 5 hours) in the lab with a cat and it’s so minimal it’s not worth the precious time you have left to rest and get set up for the start of the year. You do get your badge early and a feel of the school so that was a positive, but you can always just walk in and do that on your own time. Good luck everyone!

if you do not mind me asking, how much does it cost?

 

[zoogrl29]

if you do not mind me asking, how much does it cost?

I think around 700.00.

 

[justachillgirl]

First time OOS applicant! Good Luck!!

 

[K10P]

First time OOS applicant, 7th VMCAS CYCLE

I’m no rookie to this but good luck everyone.

 

[primefox]

Is anyone else an Arkansas resident?

 

[K10P]

UPDATE—according to my mentor ( an ACLAM DVM and LSU alum), the application reviews are due December 2 so it will be a few weeks before word is spread. Now is it my understanding they’re not doing interviews??
He also told me that they increased class size to 200

 

[catsandsnakes]

UPDATE—according to my mentor ( an ACLAM DVM and LSU alum), the application reviews are due December 2 so it will be a few weeks before word is spread. Now is it my understanding they’re not doing interviews??
He also told me that they increased class size to 200

LSU hasn't done interviews the past couple cycles to my knowledge. Last year, acceptances/denials were sent on the 15th of December.

 

[Cowsrcool]

UPDATE—according to my mentor ( an ACLAM DVM and LSU alum), the application reviews are due December 2 so it will be a few weeks before word is spread. Now is it my understanding they’re not doing interviews??
He also told me that they increased class size to 200

Of the 200 do you know what the new split OOS/IS is?

 

[Really??]

Of the 200 do you know what the new split OOS/IS is?

30 are out of state (Not LA or AR)

 

[Cowsrcool]

30 are out of state (Not LA or AR)

ok wait so from class of 2028 according to their website they admitted 48 people outside of LA/AR/& Puerto Rico so I’m sure it’ll be around that still +/- a few

 

[ErPikBeary]

UPDATE—according to my mentor ( an ACLAM DVM and LSU alum), the application reviews are due December 2 so it will be a few weeks before word is spread. Now is it my understanding they’re not doing interviews??
He also told me that they increased class size to 200

Wow! Increase to 200 is good to hear. Thank you!

 

[justachillgirl]

UPDATE—according to my mentor ( an ACLAM DVM and LSU alum), the application reviews are due December 2 so it will be a few weeks before word is spread. Now is it my understanding they’re not doing interviews??
He also told me that they increased class size to 200

So we might know our status on mid/late Dec or did your mentor not specify anything?

About interviews, I understand from their portal that it's up to the committee to decide on a case basis if they will grant interviews. So yes and no?

 

[futuredvm29]

UPDATE—according to my mentor ( an ACLAM DVM and LSU alum), the application reviews are due December 2 so it will be a few weeks before word is spread. Now is it my understanding they’re not doing interviews??
He also told me that they increased class size to 200

I heard this as well! I was also told from some of the students that this incoming class (I know it increases every year) that they received 2,600 applicants this cycle. Still hopeful they release decisions around December 15th-20th like last cycle!

 

[Cowsrcool]

UPDATE—according to my mentor ( an ACLAM DVM and LSU alum), the application reviews are due December 2 so it will be a few weeks before word is spread. Now is it my understanding they’re not doing interviews??
He also told me that they increased class size to 200

Did your mentor say whether or not they were planning to stick to their usual timeline of around Dec 15~

 

[beatrice.z]

Is anyone else an Arkansas resident?

I am!