Oklahoma State CVM C/O 2027 (Ok State)

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Hello all! 2021 grad from Ok State CVM here. Was showing a 2027 hopeful this wonderful site and did not find this thread started. Hopefully some of you all are applying to Ok State this year! Good luck!

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Thank you for starting this! I am a second time applicant to OSU, third time overall. Good luck to everyone!!
 
Thanks for making the thread! First time OOS from CA, good luck to you guys!
 
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First time OSU applicant! 3rd time vet school applicant. Has anyone heard anything?
I talked to their admissions team in-person last week, and they said they will probably send a timeline out soon. But for OOS, you pretty much don't hear anything until January 15th at the earliest.

(First time OOS applicant here!)
 
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First time OOS applicant, third time applicant overall. Good luck everyone!
 
Has anyone heard anything yet? I know it says we'll hear by the 30th, but ... The wait is killing me
 
Has anyone heard anything yet? I know it says we'll hear by the 30th, but ... The wait is killing me
I’m OOS and haven’t heard any decisions. The last email I got from them said fall transcripts were due by Jan 17th 5pm cst, Considering that was yesterday, it’s not surprising they haven’t sent decisions yet.
 
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Also, a friend of mine got an IS interview invite this morning
 
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OOS INVITE!!!! My first acceptance!! I am over the moon
 
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OOS acceptance! Hope you guys all get good news!!!
 
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Good morning! I'm just curious to know if anyone has started potentially looking at housing options in Stillwater yet. If anyone is familiar with the area (OOS here) I'd love some insight on what CVM students usually do for housing! I know we're all still in the process of hearing back from other colleges, but provided this is where we go I'm really looking forward to meeting everyone!:giggle:
 
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There are lots of rent houses in the neighborhood directly south of the vet school that many vet students live in and it’s easy to walk to class. But really, it’s a small town and you can live anywhere, especially if you have a car. I lived clear on the other side of town and it still only took about ten minutes to drive to class. There are a lot more apartment complexes that have been built since I moved away from Stillwater but I’d say most of my classmates had houses throughout town. There really isn’t a ‘bad area’ of town. There are areas with older homes that are maybe a little more rundown but crime isn’t a huge issue. Historically the admissions group has sent a page of landlords and properties owned by alumni or other housing resources with your info packets you get sent after decision day…idk if they still do that but I bet they do.
 
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There are lots of rent houses in the neighborhood directly south of the vet school that many vet students live in and it’s easy to walk to class. But really, it’s a small town and you can live anywhere, especially if you have a car. I lived clear on the other side of town and it still only took about ten minutes to drive to class. There are a lot more apartment complexes that have been built since I moved away from Stillwater but I’d say most of my classmates had houses throughout town. There really isn’t a ‘bad area’ of town. There are areas with older homes that are maybe a little more rundown but crime isn’t a huge issue. Historically the admissions group has sent a page of landlords and properties owned by alumni or other housing resources with your info packets you get sent after decision day…idk if they still do that but I bet they do.
How lenient are the landlords in terms of pets do you know? I have 3 cats (they’re littermates) and my current landlord is fine with it but I’m worried it will be hard to find another apartment that is okay with it. Thanks!!
 
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How lenient are the landlords in terms of pets do you know? I have 3 cats (they’re littermates) and my current landlord is fine with it but I’m worried it will be hard to find another apartment that is okay with it. Thanks!!
That’s going to vary a lot from landlord to landlord. I owned the house I lived in all during vet school so it wasn’t a concern for me. My roommate and I each had a dog. I’d say that landlords who often rent to vet students know that vet students usually come with animals or get them during school and private landlords may be willing to bend rules for vet students and allow more pets. It can’t hurt to ask how flexible the policy is…the worst they can say is no and you keep looking. I’d say apartments are less flexible in general.

But with that said, I do think in general it’s smart not to collect a ton of animals during vet school, especially if you might specialize or be moving around a lot. Obviously if you have three cats now that ship has sailed, but (for people who don’t have any or many pets right now) my advice as someone who has moved around a lot for veterinary educational purposes would be to try to limit yourself to just 1 or 2 personal animals, stay away from commonly “banned breeds” of dogs like pitties, shepherds, huskies, etc. or huge breeds, etc. especially if you need to have roommates. Make it easier on yourself to find housing. When you’ve got seven cats, three pitbull mixes and a Great Dane you’re going to have a much harder time finding housing than someone with one cat or one small to medium breed dog. Your social circle in vet school is mostly vet students so your roommate pool is mostly vet students who also usually have pets themselves. Pet limits can definitely limit who you can room with so be smart.
 
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I still miss Stillwater a little bit. Not the dining options (though its better now that is was when I first got there in 2004 lord jesus I'm old) but the community and the littleness of it. You could find most everything you need and for the few things you couldn't (or for like, Koran food) then you'd make a trip to OKC or Tulsa on the weekend.

I lived off a bit from the school and it was never an issue. I kinda liked living separate from all the other school kids, because the undergrads can be a bit annoying... especially when you are getting towards 30 like I was when I started out.
 
That’s going to vary a lot from landlord to landlord. I owned the house I lived in all during vet school so it wasn’t a concern for me. My roommate and I each had a dog. I’d say that landlords who often rent to vet students know that vet students usually come with animals or get them during school and private landlords may be willing to bend rules for vet students and allow more pets. It can’t hurt to ask how flexible the policy is…the worst they can say is no and you keep looking. I’d say apartments are less flexible in general.

But with that said, I do think in general it’s smart not to collect a ton of animals during vet school, especially if you might specialize or be moving around a lot. Obviously if you have three cats now that ship has sailed, but (for people who don’t have any or many pets right now) my advice as someone who has moved around a lot for veterinary educational purposes would be to try to limit yourself to just 1 or 2 personal animals, stay away from commonly “banned breeds” of dogs like pitties, shepherds, huskies, etc. or huge breeds, etc. especially if you need to have roommates. Make it easier on yourself to find housing. When you’ve got seven cats, three pitbull mixes and a Great Dane you’re going to have a much harder time finding housing than someone with one cat or one small to medium breed dog. Your social circle in vet school is mostly vet students so your roommate pool is mostly vet students who also usually have pets themselves. Pet limits can definitely limit who you can room with so be smart.
Thanks so much for the input! That helps a lot.
 
If anyone knows, does OSU have specific computer requirements or does it only have to be at least compatible with ExamSoft?
 
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I was going to but I have a conflict on that day :/
 
Hope everyone's IS interviews went well! Currently waiting for that email, said it could be any day this week 🙃🤞
 
Does anyone have any insight on the state of OSU vet school? I am IS, and have heard from several people that they are short staffed and lack specialists. I am trying to decide between attending OSU as an in-state student, or different OOS schools I have also been accepted in to. It is a tough decision because tuition and cost is obviously a factor, however I feel as if I have heard several negative things about Oklahoma State within the last couple years. Any current students that can touch on this? Or anybody at all? Just wanting to make the best decision for me and my education… and my bank account :)
 
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Does anyone have any insight on the state of OSU vet school? I am IS, and have heard from several people that they are short staffed and lack specialists. I am trying to decide between attending OSU as an in-state student, or different OOS schools I have also been accepted in to. It is a tough decision because tuition and cost is obviously a factor, however I feel as if I have heard several negative things about Oklahoma State within the last couple years. Any current students that can touch on this? Or anybody at all? Just wanting to make the best decision for me and my education… and my bank account :)
I also have the same concern. The cost as an IS student is superrrr tempting but I also want to consider my future and my education. Also, could any current OKstate CVM students talk about diversity in the student body or school initiatives for inclusion and also overall student wellness?
 
What is LGBT student life like at OKstate CVM? I've heard that vet schools in general have substantial queer populations but I'm curious about OSU specifically
 
I’m a straight female so hopefully someone actually in the community can chime in with a more specific opinion, but fwiw, even ten years ago at OSU I had multiple friends and classmates who were openly gay (including one of my best friends from school), and there are several long term faculty who are openly LGBT as well. There were two student clubs for members of the community+allies, but I’ve been gone long enough I don’t know what is in place now. I’d definitely say the vet community is significantly more open minded and welcoming and safe than you’d expect being in such a red state.
 
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Did they send out the email with the details for accepted students day yet? Or does anyone know what time on April 1st it starts and ends? Thank you!
 
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Anybody planning on accepting their seat feel free to reach out / message me! I would love to start making connections with future classmates! :)
 
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Anybody planning on accepting their seat feel free to reach out / message me! I would love to start making connections with future classmates! :)
I accepted my seat last night!! Would love to talk!
 
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Anybody planning on accepting their seat feel free to reach out / message me! I would love to start making connections with future classmates! :)
I am still waiting to hear back from a couple of schools, but right now I think I will most likely accept my OOS seat here. I would love to talk!
 
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