Katelyn Cotnoir and Stepfanie George are both veterinary students at the University of Missouri. They share their experiences and insights on applying to vet school and discuss GRE preparation, animal-related experiences, tips on writing the personal essay prompts and how they prepared for the vet school interview. The discussion continues to include their current vet school experience, vet school “survival tips”, and future goals.
Topics discussed in this episode
1:15- Students share their path to a career in veterinary medicine
2:45 – Preparing for vet school during your undergraduate years
6:40- Helpful undergraduate courses for vet school, beyond the required prerequisites
9:17- Student factors that influenced their vet school choice
14:12- GRE preparation
18:29 – Letters of recommendation
22:20- Animal-related experience
26:30- Writing the personal essay questions
33:17- The vet school interview experience and tips for preparing
42:23- The vet school experience and school/life balance
50:01- The MPH (Master’s in Public Health) dual degree program
54:04- Students share their future plans
Resources mentioned in this episode
AAVMC (Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges):
- Main site - https://www.aavmc.org/
- Admissions requirements
- What to Know before you apply
- Letters of Recommendation
ETS GRE Preparation- https://www.ets.org/gre
Magoosh Test Preparation - https://magoosh.com/
The Student Doctor Network - https://www.studentdoctor.net/profession/veterinary/
- The Student Doctor Network Interview Feedback
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