Pre-Veterinary
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Program Description
Many wonder how to become a veterinarian, and RU鈥檚 pre-veterinary degree is the perfect jumping-off point. This program, based in the Division of Natural Sciences, leads to a BS degree and provides students with the undergraduate courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and math necessary to pursue the Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine, D. V. M. Since the requirements from one College of Veterinary Medicine to another vary somewhat, it is important that students interested in this program should consult with the pre-Veterinary Medicine advisor.
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Learning Outcomes
Veterinary schools want students who are well-rounded, articulate in their communication, able to solve problems and think critically about new challenges, capable of adapting their study skills to new disciplines, able to effectively manage their time commitments, and specifically knowledgeable about the veterinary profession.
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Experiences
All veterinary schools require shadowing hours and the RU pre-vet advisor has contacts throughout the Kansas City area.听Any student interested in veterinary medicine should meet with Joanna Cielocha听to set up a plan for shadowing and assistance throughout the veterinary school application process.
Outcomes
Each accredited College of Veterinary Medicine establishes their own set of prerequisite courses, including both specific science courses and general courses designed to prepare students for working with clients and the public.听There is no official 鈥減re-vet program鈥 required to enter veterinary school but 射精视频 does offer courses that are required for any veterinary college to which students may apply. The Core Curriculum required for all Rockhurst majors also provides solid preparation for taking the GRE which is required as part of the application process.
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- Programs
- Student Success
- Bachelor's Programs
- Graduate
- Online
- Schools
- College of Arts and Sciences
- College of Business and Technology
- Saint Luke's鈩 College of Nursing and Health Sciences
- Academic Support
- Academic Advising
- Aylward-Dunn Learning Center
- Greenlease Library
- Honors Program
- Registrar
- Study Abroad
- Resources
- Academic Integrity
- Center for Service Learning
- Advanced College Credit Program
- Commencement
- Institutional Review Board
- University Press
- Humanities