Admissions News & Updates

VMCAS/Transcript/eLOR Deadline Has Passed!
October 2nd, 2009 - The October 2nd deadline for VMCAS applications, eLORs, and official transcripts has now passed. The next dates to watch are the November 15th and 16th deadlines for the GRE scores and Supplemental Applications/Fees, respectively.

2009-2010 LSU SVM Bulletin is Ready!
August 18th, 2009 - The new 2009-2010 LSU SVM Bulletin is now available for interested persons. To receive the new bulletin, simply complete the online request form on the "Request 09-10 SVM Bulletin" web page.

Class of 2013 Roster is Now Finalized!
June 8th, 2009 - The LSU SVM's Faculty Committee on Admissions has filled the final seat in the Class of 2013 which is slated to begin the professional DVM program in the fall '09 semester on August 14th, 2009. There is a total of 87 students in this new class.

2010 VMCAS Application Opens on June 3rd, 2009!
March 25th, 2009 - The 2010 VMCAS application will kick off on June 3rd, 2009! For those of you who are eager to get a head start on the application process, you can start identifying evaluators that will submit electronic letters on your behalf. Any and all questions related to the VMCAS application must be directed to VMCAS by email at vmcas@aavmc.org or via the toll-free number at 877-862-2740.

'09-'10 Application Information Now Available!
March 18th, 2009 - The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine's Admissions web site is now updated for the 2009-2010 application/admissions cycle. Please carefully and thoroughly read through all of the available information on the LSU SVM Admissions web site.

LSU SVM Admissions Office Re-Opened
January 5th, 2009 - The LSU SVM Admissions Office staff has returned from the holiday break and is back in the office.

LSU SVM Admissions Office Closed for Holiday Break
December 18th, 2008 - The LSU SVM Admissions Office will be closed beginning December 20th until January 5th. During this break, the admissions staff will not be able to return any phone calls, emails or any other correspondence so please hold any questions until after January 5th.

VMCAS 2009 Application Now Closed
October 2nd, 2008 - The 2009 VMCAS application closed at noon (est) on Oct. 2, 2008. No more applications will be accepted at this point for possible entrance into the Class of 2013.

October 2nd Deadline Only Days Away!
September 30th, 2008 - It is vitally important for all applicants to understand that the application deadlines must be met. All application material must be RECEVIED BY - NOT POSTMARKED BY - the given deadlines. Failure to meet these deadlines can result in an applicant being removed from the applicant pool. Please remember, acceptance into any of the professional DVM programs across the country is very difficult, as there are hundreds of applicants being received for a much smaller number of available seats in the upcoming classes. The first step to the application process is submitting all material in a timely fashion.

Request a new '08-'09 LSU SVM Bulletin Today
September 29th, 2008 - The new 2008-2009 Bulletins for the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine are now available. The LSU SVM Bulletin has information regarding undergraduate prerequisite coursework, the application/admissions procedures, necessary GPA/GRE scores, class statistics, the graduate programs, school history, and much more. You can submit an online request form to get your '08-'09 LSU SVM Bulletin today!

'08-'09 Online Status Check System Now Available
September 10th, 2008 - The 2008-2009 Online Status Check system is now available. Applicants must submit a COMPLETED VMCAS application in order to have access to the LSU SVM Online Status Check feature. An account will be created for the student once the LSU SVM Admissions Office receives an applicant's application from VMCAS. Please allow 5-7 days for your account to be set up after submitting your VMCAS application. More information regarding the LSU SVM Online Status Check system will be sent out to all applicants over the next several weeks.

NEW! Applicants can check their status on any web-enabled mobile phone by going to www.vetmed.lsu.edu/admissions/mobilestatus!

VMCAS Application Now Open!
June 4th, 2008 - The VMCAS application is now open to all applicants! All '08-'09 applicants are strongly advised to complete the application process as soon as possible. Please go to "How to Apply for Admissions" for more information.

AAVMC Hosts 2008 Summer Career Fair in New Orleans, LA
May 26th, 2008 - The 2008 AAVMC Summer Career Fair is being held on July 18th, 2008 from 2:30pm to 6:00pm at the New Orleans Hilton Riverside in New Orleans, Louisiana. There will also be two Veterinary Career Information Sessions held during the Career Fair. At the career fair, students will have a chance to meet with representatives from many of the Veterinary Colleges in the country so all prospective applicants are urged to attend. Interested participants should pre-register for the Career Fair now and visit the AAVMC web site for more information. You can also download the AAVMC Career Fair Flyer!

VMCAS Application Opens on June 4th, 2008
May 5th, 2008 - The VMCAS application will open on June 4th. All '08-'09 applicants are strongly advised to complete the application process as soon as possible. Please go to "How to Apply for Admissions" for more information.

Overall Scoring and Admissions Changes
May 5th, 2008 - Effective in the '08-'09 application cycle, major changes have been made to the overall scoring system used for applicant rankings as well as to the admissions process. The objective evaluation of the selection process accounts for 65% of an applicants overall score, with the subjective evaluation having a 35% weight. Another major change is with regards to the interview process. Beginning in '08-'09, not all Louisiana and Arkansas applicants will be interviewed. Also, interview invitations will now be extended to a select number of qualified out of state applicants. For greater details, visit the following link - "Applicant Selection Procedure".

Changes to GPA Calculations
May 5th, 2008 - Effective in the '08-'09 application cycle, changes have been made to the manner in which GPAs are calculated. Fall '08 coursework will count towards the Required Course GPA and Last 45 Credit Hour GPA for Louisiana and Arkansas residents only. Fall '08 credit hours and grades will NOT be used in GPA calculations for Out of State applicants. Please go to "How are GPA's Calculated?" for more information.

New Deadlines for '08-'09 VMCAS App Oct. 2 eLORs Oct. 2 Official Transcripts Oct. 2 Supp. App/Fee Nov. 15 Gen. GRE score(s) Nov. 15 Fall '08 T-scripts Jan. 15

VMCAS Deadline Changes
April 21st, 2008 - The Veterinary Medical Colleges Application Service (VMCAS) has changed the application deadline from October 1st at midnight to October 2nd, 2008 at noon (EDT). All applicants must submit the VMCAS application, application fee, and Letters of Recommendation (eLORs) absolutely no later than October 2nd, 2008 at noon (EDT). There will be no exceptions to this deadline. Early submission of all application material is strongly encouraged.

New Deadlines for Supplemental App/GRE Scores
April 21st, 2008 - The deadlines for the LSU SVM Supplemental Application/Fee and GRE score submission have been moved up to November 15th, 2008. All supplemental applications/fees and GRE scores must be received - NOT postmarked - no later than November 15th, 2008.

eLORS (Letters of Recommendation)
April 21st, 2008 - Beginning in the '08-'09 application cycle, ALL letters of recommendation (eLORs) MUST be submitted electronically through the VMCAS application process. All applicants must have a minimum of three eLORs submitted with the VMCAS application, and a maximum of five. Letters of recommendation sent directly to the LSU SVM will not be accepted.