Q&A: Single Parent with a Job — Struggling with a Low Science GPA

Hi Sharon, I’m a non-traditional student (30 years old) and I have about 4 (possibly 5) more pre-requisites to take before I’ll qualify to apply. Can I ask you what your thoughts are on me getting into vet school given my situation? Obviously there are things that every entrance committee will like/not like and everyone’s Read More …

Q&A: Can GRE & GPA Make Up For A Lack Of Experience?

I am currently a junior zoology major at Suny Oswego in NY. I have the opposite problem in that my GPA is not to lo I currently have a 3.3 but I have not had a lot of time to gain many experience hours. I am putting myself through college and have been working while Read More …

Q&A: Which Minor Should I Choose?

Hi Sharon! I just applied to Vet School-whew!  I’m preparing my classes for the final semester and notice that I am just a few classes shy of a Biology Minor OR a Chemistry Minor (I can’t take both because the courses interfere).  I’m an Animal Science Major and register for my final semester in undergrad Read More …

Q&A: Failing Chemistry

I am so glad I found a blog dedicated to what vet school is like because I am trying to get into vet school.  Unfortunately, I am having serious trouble with my general chemistry course (I am just finishing up my freshman year).  I was wondering if you could provide me with any helpful advice.  Read More …

Q&A: When To Apply, How VMCAS Works, Shelter Medicine and Sponsorship

I graduated in 2008 with a degree in sociology and last month I finally decided to pursue my dream of becoming a vet. I’ll be going back to get my prereqs in August. I’m still doing a lot of research on schools and acceptance stats and I was hoping I could ask you a few Read More …

Q&A: I Might Not Be a Veterinarian All Because Of My GPA

I’m currently a sophomore in college and have only a 3.0. I work full time as a veterinary technician but have a constant battle in my mind if I have what it takes to be a veterinarian. I want nothing more in my life but I know that my GPA is no where even close Read More …

Q&A: Long Time to Complete Bachelor’s, When to Apply and Take the GREs

I was wondering if my situation would hinder me in any way application process. I started school at the University of Scranton as a biology/pre-vet major back in 2001 and switched to pre-med after much persuasion from friends and family. After putting in many of hours of volunteer at local hospitals and studying for the Read More …

Q&A: Do I Have a Chance? Experience, Areas of Interest & LOR’s Oh My!

Hi, I had a few questions and was wondering if maybe you could help me out. About me – I’m 27 years old, married and graduated from UCSD as a Biochemistry major last June. I was working in biotech labs for about 8 months before I moved up to Oakland in February. I only recently Read More …

Q&A: Tips for Second Application with a Low GPA & Graduate Degree

Hi! My question is pertaining to my situation. I am starting again to apply to veterinary school after a failure to get in right after finishing my BS degree. I will be finishing my MS in August of 2011 and have decided to apply again to veterinary school. I have geared my search toward schools Read More …

Q&A: Should I Focus My Hours of Experience on My Species of Interest?

Hi, My name is DS, and I am currently a sophomore at UC Davis (majoring in Animal Science). I wish to attend a veterinary school in the future, hopefully UC Davis, and I was wondering if you could tell me about the importance about animal-related experience because most of the hours that I have right Read More …