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START EARNING YOUR DVM IN MAY, SEPTEMBER, OR JANUARY

Submit your application to Ross Vet through the Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS)! You can select from our three available start dates in January, May, or September 2025. Alternatively, we also welcome applications directly through our website.

Submit your application to Ross Vet through the Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS)! You can select from our three available start dates in January, May, or September 2025. Alternatively, we also welcome applications directly through our website.

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Apply Now to start earning your DVM in January, May, or September!

Start Sooner, Finish Sooner

While most students choose to wait until a fall intake, many Ross Vet students take advantage of an early start by enrolling in our January and May semesters.

Combined with our accelerated curriculum, starting at Ross Vet in January allows you to finish up to a year earlier* than waiting and starting in the following September at most U.S. vet schools. Similarly, a May start allows you to finish up to nine months sooner* than starting in the following fall at U.S. schools.

  • Graduate as early as May 2028 by starting in January 2025 semester
  • Graduate as early as September 2028 by starting in our May 2025 semester
*Time frame based on student maintaining continuous enrollment, successfully passing all courses prescribed in the Ross Vet preclinical and clinical curriculum (without failing or repeating any courses), and passing the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination® (NAVLE®). Comparison to U.S. vet schools is based on a traditional 4-year curriculum.
Ross Vet Curriculum (3.25 years)

How it Works

AVMA®-Accredited1 3.25 Year DVM Program

Our 3.25 year accelerated DVM curriculum includes ten semesters of learning experiences.

7 Semesters in St. Kitts

Your first seven semesters (2.25 years) are spent on campus in St. Kitts completing specifically prescribed coursework.

Clinical Year at an AVMA-Accredited School 

Your final year of the program will be spent in intense clinical training in one of our 29 AVMA-accredited school affiliates in the U.S., Canada, UK, Ireland, New Zealand, or Australia.

Eligibility for Licensure

Upon graduation and passing the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination®, you will be eligible to apply to practice in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.

DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE (DVM)

  • 3 start dates a year: May, September, and January
  • 10 semester curriculum is designed to be taken year-round without summers off
  • Upon graduation and passing the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination® you will be eligible to practice in the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico
  • Option to complete your DVM and MSc at the same time by adding only one additional semester when you choose the integrated DVM/MSc option

VET PREP PROGRAM

  • 1-semester bridge program that teaches foundational knowledge, skills, and terminology to set you up for success (and even give you a head start) in the DVM program
  • Hands-on learning and animal experience through coursework and wet labs
  • Upon passing, you are guaranteed a spot in the next first-semester class of the DVM program

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

  • Graduate Certificate in One Health
  • Master of Science (MSc) in One Health
  • Master of Science (MSc) by Research
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Research

Flexible Start Dates in:

January 9, 2023
May 8, 2023
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
May 8, 2023
3.25 Years for DVM Program, 28 Clinical Locations, 500+ Animals living on campus, AVMA Accredited DVM Program

WHY ROSS VET?

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Flexibility

From our three start dates to our Dual-Degree program options, earn your degree(s) your way.

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Community

Approachable professors and student clubs provide opportunities to enhance and apply classroom teachings in the real world.

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Unique Opportunities

Our location on St. Kitts offers exposure to exotic marine and wildlife for research and learning.

Frequently Asked Questions

If I’ve filled out the VMCAS application do I need to fill out Ross Vet’s as well?
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If I’ve filled out the VMCAS application do I need to fill out Ross Vet’s as well?

A: No. If you have completed and submitted your Ross Vet application with VMCAS, you do not need to apply separately through the Ross Vet website.

Can I earn my DVM without completing a Bachelor's degree?
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Can I earn my DVM without completing a Bachelor's degree?

A: Yes! It is possible to be accepted into our DVM program as long as you have completed the pre-requisite courses and meet all of the admission requirements.

Can I use Federal Direct Loans?
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Can I use Federal Direct Loans?

A: Yes, eligible U.S. citizens and qualified non-citizens may apply for federal student loans through the Federal Direct Loan program.

How long will I live in St. Kitts?
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How long will I live in St. Kitts?

A: The first seven semesters (2.25 years) for the DVM program take place in St. Kitts. The last three semesters are completed at an AVMA-accredited school or college of veterinary medicine in the U.S., Canada, or abroad.

Does Ross Vet require the GRE?
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Does Ross Vet require the GRE?

A: The GRE® is not required to apply to Ross Vet. However, applications that include the GRE, regardless of GRE score, will be given priority in the review process. At Ross Vet, we know there is more to your story than GPA and GRE, and that’s why we take into account each applicant’s unique attributes and experiences in addition to important academic elements. 

What are the application requirements for the DVM program?
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What are the application requirements for the DVM program?
Along with meeting all of Ross Vet’s admission requirements, students must submit:
 
• Personal essay or VMCAS personal statement: A personal essay is required as part of your application. If applying through VMCAS, the personal statement will be accepted as your essay.
• Official undergraduate transcripts: You may send your transcripts before or after submitting your application, but we must receive them before your application can be considered complete.
• Two letters of recommendation: One from a science professor and one from a veterinarian acquainted with your vet work.
• CV or resume: Use your Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume as a chance to highlight your experience working with animals. If your letters of recommendation do not provide proof of the required 150 working hours, then your CV must be included.
• GRE scores (optional): The GRE is highly recommended, but not required for Ross Vet applicants. Applications that include the GRE, regardless of GRE score, will be given priority in the review process.
 
A full list of required materials and prerequisite coursework can be found here.
“I would definitely recommend going to Ross Vet. It is going to be different, but that’s why there is a real sense of community. Everyone is supportive. Everyone is looking out for you, making sure you’re succeeding, because the professors and your classmates want you to succeed.”

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