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Good luck to you as well!
She didn’t specify! I just got an email informing me I was put on the waitlist. I’m not totally sure how to feel as I absolutely hate deciding things at the last minute. If anyone has any advice on how to navigate this pls let me know ://///
Same! I wish we were told what number we were on the waitlist just to estimate if we even have a chance. 🙁
Honestly I think it’s a common practice for state schools. I might ask what my rank is tbh. WCVM is lowkey my top choice atm so I’m willing to be perceived as antsy if it means I’ll feel better about my chances. I was looking at last year’s thread and it looked like there was a decent amount of movement so hopefully this year echoes that.
@zoolforever i feel the same! I haven’t heard anything so far. I’m pretty nervous , it’s been difficult to prepare and I usually feel more motivated once an interview invite but the interview is so soon after they come out this year😬
I just got a rejection email from UCVM. My 4-term GPA is a 3.7, if they calculated it the same as I did, which would put me within the range of admitted applicants two years ago iirc. It's crazy to think people got admitted to UCVM in years past with GPAs below the current interview cut off.
Holy **** that is insane. I'm so sorry.
Never mind! Just got an invite! Good luck everyone else still waiting!
Hey zoolforever I was just wondering do you know what email address they want us to email the consent form to for that research project?
Hey, the email address is in the interview offer document sent out (page 3). We can send it directly to Kristy, the admission coordinator--I don't know if I should post her email online but I can DM you if you can't find it 🙂
It's definitely new! I did CASPer last year and it didn't exist then. All I know is what can be found readily on Google. Has UCVM said it will be required? It sounds like everyone taking CASPer this year can do it, but not all schools are using it.
Interesting. I wonder if UCVM will even look at them 🤔. Could be worth emailing Kristy to ask about, if they haven't specified. Or just do it "for fun" regardless!
Looking at the info sheet they sent us, it looks like you can do it either before or after the CASPer, as long as you submit it before the CASPer distribution date, whenever that is!
I think the people talking about CASPer are talking about UCVM (both schools are in the same thread). 🙂
Should probably split the schools up in future years now that the AB seats at WCVM aren't around lol
Yeah and especially with WCVM now taking international applicants. I think I mentioned that earlier in the thread haha.
Yesss I came here to post this haha!
Aaa awesome! Thank you so much! I will look that up! 🙂
Ah, nice idea to make a Google doc with everything in one place! Yeah, I've been looking through the forum from past years too. So much good info there. Cheers and good luck!
You might be able to borrow it from your university or public library, that's what I did!
I'm pretty sure you have the ask your reference to fill out another form!
Okay thank you !!
I personally don't think WCVM would. UCVM has been talking about changing the application process (and hinting about adding MCAT) for years. And they changed a lot of stuff besides MCAT. Since WCVM and UCVM seats no longer overlap at all, I see no reason WCVM would follow suit.
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Hi! I would say go for it- and apply with confidence! I applied with a mixture of 4 courses and 3 courses per term (majority was 4 courses/term and never once took a full course load of 5 courses per term). I had a little panic moment thinking I messed up and they'd never accept me at WCVM, but I received an interview offer and got in. I think what's more important is to have a competitive GPA and many varied experiences that you would be able to effectively elaborate on during the interview: small animal, large animal, exotics/zoo medicine, aquaculture, experience on a farm, sports/recreation and charity (you name it!). Show them that while taking 4-course loads rather than a full 5 courses per term, you used that extra time to volunteer and learn more about veterinary medicine. Know that experience like the back of your hand. And just a reminder for WCVM, I believe the deadline for applications is every December for entry into the upcoming school year (unless they changed this?). Good luck! 🙂
Yes, and hoping to connect with others who have received invitations.
It might be tight but you definitely have a chance! The averages vary from year to year and I think it may be a low year as I got a first round offer which I was not expecting at all, but that may just be the case for the MB pool. Either way, don't give up hope! My average was on the cusp for the last two years so I know exactly how you feel, fingers crossed for you!
Thanks So Much 🙂
