The Lyon College Experience

All applicants to the LCSVM program must meet minimum program requirements that include a minimum GPA of 2.9 overall, 3.1 for the last 45 semester hours, and 2.9 science and math. Only coursework from accredited U.S. colleges and universities of higher education will be used for computation of grade point averages. Course prerequisites must be fulfilled by all applicants. All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better by the end of the spring semester of the year in which they would enter the DVM program. All applicants will be encouraged to provide evidence of a background of relevant experience and an appreciation of the breadth of veterinary medicine and OneHealth. Completion of the CASPer® Test will be required. Students must provide a statement of interest and goals, and two letters of reference will be considered (excluding family members or friends).

In January of the year following receipt of a Letter of Reasonable Assurance from the COE (our accrediting body), LCSVM will utilize the AAVMC’s Veterinary Medical College Application Service (VMCAS). At that time, applicants will be directed to review information on the VMCAS website. At LCSVM, one of the foundational tenets for all aspects of student, faculty, and staff engagement is the application and development of innovative approaches to veterinary medicine and education. The admissions process is completely in line with this concept and student selection and admission to the LCSVM will be holistic. The admissions process will be consistent with AVMA policies and procedures commonly utilized in U.S. pre-veterinary education and will select and admit applicants in a timely manner. The LCSVM will seek to admit a diverse student population with demonstrated academic capabilities, a wide array of life experiences, and a commitment to veterinary medicine.