Getting Into Vet School

Veterinary School is one of the most competitive academic pursuits. The resources below answer the questions, “How do I get in?,” “What can I do if I don’t go to Vet School?,” and more!

Members of the Herbert College of Agriculture Communications team interviewed key faculty, staff, and alumni to gain their advice for students looking to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine. To navigate the interviews below, click on the tabs on the left-hand side of the screen.


Advisors and Faculty

Amber Rayborn and Jeremy Mobley – Herbert Student Success Advisors

Dr. Neal Schrick – Head of Dept. of Animal Science

Dr. Cheryl Kojima – Associate Professor of Animal Science

Dr. Deb Miller – Professor of Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries and professor, UTCVM Biomedical and Diagnostic Sciences

Amber Rayborn and Jeremy Mobley

Dr. Neal Schrick

Dr. Cheryl Kojima

Dr. Deb Miller

Amber Rayborn and Jeremy Mobley

Dr. Neal Schrick

Dr. Cheryl Kojima

Dr. Deb Miller

Amber Rayborn and Jeremy Mobley

Dr. Neal Schrick

Dr. Cheryl Kojima

Dr. Deb Miller

Dr. Cheryl Kojima

Dr. Deb Miller


Dr. Wesley Lyons (Audio Only) – UTCVM Class of 2014 – Health and Production Veterinarian, Pipestone Veterinary Services


Alexis Tolbert – UTCVM Class of 2021