Assuming they follow the same timing as last year, we had to have our rabies series COMPLETED by September 30th. You can definitely get that done once you move to Columbus & get started on the student health insurance - I did not do that and I WAAAAAAAAAAY overpaid for my vaccines. The most popular option was to get it done at Kroger, $40 a shot!
As for books, Iām going to tell you right now, you should have access to free or online copies of virtually all your books - I got the anatomy guides for dog & horse, and thatās it. You can also likely find cheap/free copies of textbooks from upperclassmen, I was able to get a copy of the radiology textbook from my 3rd year roommate. Try to find ways to save money where you can!