Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Western University of Health Sciences
United States of America, Pomona
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
Effective with the 2015 entering class, WesternU/COMP will require confirmation of a baccalaureate degree as a requirement for matriculation
Completion of the majority of prerequisite courses listed
Completion of a minimum of 90 semester units from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or its equivalent abroad at time of application
Submitted official Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) scores to AACOMAS
- Scores cannot be older than three (3) years
Two letters of recommendation
- One (1) from a physician (MD or DO only, DO preferred)
- One (1) from a science professor OR from a university health professions committee
Proof of Legal U.S. Residency – If Required
- International applicants, or any other applicants who are not U.S. citizens and who are living in the U.S., must provide proof of legal U.S. residency prior to matriculation.
English Program Requirements
- Required if you are not a US citizen and English is not your primary spoken language
- EXCEPTION: The TOEFL exam will be waived if you have or will graduate with a confirmed baccalaureate or higher degree from a United States institution at the time of application.
- Minimum score requirements
- 550 paper-based
- 213 computer-based
- 79 internet-based
- TOEFL scores are to be submitted electronically to Western University of Health Sciences and valid for 3 years prior to the planned year of matriculation
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
USD 56,535 / yearHow to Apply
The first step in the admissions process is to ensure you are on track to complete both the course prerequisites and application requirements in time to apply for your preferred year of entry.
International Students: We do not require a separate application or fee, and you should be prepared to meet all of the prerequisite and application requirements as outlined. If you need assistance with immigration (I-20 form, F-1 visa, SEVIS, etc.), our International Student Services (ISS) staff are available to help you.Visit the ISS website to learn more.
Admission to the program is competitive so you should strive to not only meet, but exceed the minimum requirements. To get a feel for the competitiveness of the applicant pool we recommend that you view our class statistics page, review the national statistics for Dental Medicine and read what the admissions committee recommends you do to maximize your candidacy.
The apply now page will provide you with step-by-step instructions as well as an application checklist. There are a number of supporting materials that make up your completed application and it is essential that you print and carefully follow the checklist to ensure that you properly submit these pieces by the deadline.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Western University of Health Sciences
United States of America,
Pomona
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