The Pre-Veterinary Scholars Program is a collaboration between the Honors College (HC) and the OSU Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine (CCVM). This program is designed for incoming Corvallis HC students who have strong academic abilities and an interest in pursuing veterinary medicine as a career. Pre-Veterinary Scholars will obtain experience, knowledge, and mentorship that will help solidify their career goals and strengthen their application to a professional veterinary program.
Students admitted to the Honors College at Corvallis will be invited to apply to the Pre-Veterinary Scholars Program by the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine.
Fill out the HC questionnaire and indicate interest in veterinary medicine. The questionnaire is sent to admitted students via email and is typically sent in early to mid April.
Commit to attend Oregon State University and the Honors College by May 1st of the year you plan to start at OSU. Note: while the deadline to commit to OSU may vary, due to limited capacity only students who commit to the Honors College by May 1st will be considered for the Pre-Vet Scholars Program.
Students admitted to the program will be assigned a faculty mentor from the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine (CCVM) who will be responsible for overseeing the student’s progress. It is expected that the participants Honors thesis will be related to some facet of the veterinary profession. Students will participate in research and observe clinical medicine during the academic year and summer and will be encouraged to participate in CCVM activities including:
Gildha Cumming
HC Assistant Dean of Admissions, First-Year Engagement and Communications
Honors College
[email protected]
541-737-6432
Tess Collins
Coordinator of Admissions
Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine
[email protected]
541-737-6985