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International Veterinary Programs
Ï㽶ÊÓƵ has entered formal agreements with the following schools of veterinary medicine, and has established pathways for students in the Life Sciences (Biological and Agricultural) Major and the Animal Health and Disease Specialization.
Eligibility: The below pathways assume candidates have taken all of their foundation year-level (U0 or Cegep) science program pre-requisite courses, and follow the recommended course progression for the Life Science (Biological and Agricultural) Major and Animal Health & Disease Specialization in U1 and U2.
What do I need to apply for, at McGill? You need to apply for the B.Sc.(Ag.Env.Sc.) degree, Major in Life Sciences. After your first year at McGill, you will be able to declare a Specialization in Animal Health and Disease. All information about applying to McGill, including eligibility, requirements and deadlines, can be found on the Ï㽶ÊÓƵ website.Ìý
Any questions on the McGill portion of these pathways, should be directed to bsc-advisor.agenvsc [at] mcgill.ca. Questions related to eligibility and applying to vet school, must be directed to the vet school in question.Ìý
| Characteristic | The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh (R[D]SVS) | Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) | St. Matthew’s University School of Veterinary Medicine (SMUSVM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | not listed | not listed | |
| Length of program (post-McGill) | 4 years | 3.25 years (no summer break) | 3.25 years (no summer break) |
| Scholarship (tuition rebate) for student following the pathways | None, but eligible to apply for of GBP 5,000 per year (competitive award process) |
2,000 USD per semester for the first three semesters (lifetime cap of 6,000 USD) |
15,000 USD |
| Minimum GPA | 3.4 overall | 3.0 overall and in specific courses, no F or D grades in a pre-requisite course designated by RUSVM | 2.7 overall |
| Application fee | Waived | Waived | Waived |
| Number of spots reserved for McGill students | None (all places are offered based on interview performance) | 4 per admission term | 4 per admission term |
| Guaranteed interview | Yes, provided you are on track to meet all academic entry requirements and provide evidence of some relevant work experience | Ìý | Yes |
| Experience needed to apply | No minimum requirement, but evidence of relevant animal handling experience is expected | 150 hoursÌýin a professional veterinary practice | No minimum requirement, but evidence of relevant animal handling experience is expected |
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