AVM Adult Program
- April 12, 2013
- We are only continuing to accept applications for our Middle School Session 5, which runs from June 17-21, 2013.
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2013 Adult Application
and Instructions
Do you enjoy science and have an interest in working with animals? Have you been out of school for a few years, and for now reconsidering your career choices? Are you thinking seriously about making a change? Has veterinary medicine always interested you as a possible career and you want to know if it's the right next step?
If you can answer yes
to any of these questions, then the Adventures in Veterinary Medicine Adult program is for you. Join other bright and motivated people in experiencing a stimulating and interesting week on the campus of one of the finest institutions in the country to get a taste of what veterinary medicine is all about. This unique career exploration program will provide students with the opportunity to attend lectures from Tufts faculty and veterinary students, and discuss the realities of a veterinary education with them. Students will get a first-hand look at the demands of veterinary school as they shadow a fourth year DVM candidate in the clinics as they perform their medicine and surgery rotations. The program includes lively discussions about critical issues—including ethics and public policy—with other committed students who care about animal health. Students will also have a chance to attend admission and financial aid presentations, to get an idea of what it takes to be a competitive veterinary school applicant and what the financial realities of veterinary school are.
This one week program consists of lectures which include topics such as Wildlife Medicine, Emergency Medicine, International Veterinary Medicine, just to name a few. Students will also participate in laboratories and hands-on activities with animals. One-on-one admission counseling is also included.
View the entire 2013 AVM schedule here.
Sessions
- Eligibility
- The AVM Adult program is designed for college graduates and those over 23 years of age. It is designed for non-traditional individuals who are interested in a possible career change and exploring more about the field of veterinary.
- Classes
- Classes begin daily at 9am and end at 5pm Monday through Friday.
- Housing
- Adult sessions are day sessions and do not include housing. Local accommodations can be found on the Visitor Information page. You may also find a list of additional accommodations here.
- Tuition
- Tuition of $990 includes lunches, program materials, activity and laboratory fees.
- Sample Schedule
- You may find a sample adult session schedule here.
Application and Instructions
- Please click on the link below to access the 2013 College/Adult Instructions.
2013 College and Adult Instructions - Application Fee
- A nonrefundable application fee of $40 is required and may be paid by credit card when completing the online application.
- Academic Transcripts
- Official transcripts must be sent directly from your school. We require the following documentation:
- High school transcripts from students who are in their first year of college
- Official transcripts from every institution you have attended
- Fall grades as soon as they are available (make sure they are indicated on your most current transcript)
Adventures in Veterinary Medicine
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University
200 Westboro Road
North Grafton, MA 01536
- Completed File Requirements for Adult Applicants
- A completed file consists of the submitted AVM electronic application, two letters of evaluation and all transcripts. It is the applicant's responsibility to follow through with the AVM office to ensure that their file is complete. Please refer to the application instructions for all additional required supporting materials.
Early application is advised as our sessions are extremely competitive with a limited number of spaces available.