Admissions Statistics 

General Statistics 

# of applications received per year - 1169

# of out-of-state applicants per year - 1015

# of students accepted - 133

% of applicants accepted - 11.4%

% of in-state students enrolled - 42.9%

% of out-of-state students enrolled - 57.1%

% female - 80%

% male - 20%



GPA Statistics

Avg. cumulative GPA of admitted students – 3.58

Avg. last 45 credits GPA of admitted students – 3.62

Avg. required credits GPA of admitted students – 3.47

Avg. total science GPA of admitted students – 3.51



GRE Statistics

Avg. verbal score for admitted students - 155

Avg. quantitative score for admitted students - 155

Avg. analytical score for admitted students – 4.0

 

Subjective Review Components

- Academic Criteria = the admissions committee considers the academic qualities of the student in reference to the question of “how likely is it that this applicant will be able to successfully complete our rigorous, science based veterinary curriculum?” They look at the cumulative GPA, science GPA, last 45-credit hour GPA, prerequisite GPA, grades in upper division science courses, course load per semester, GRE scores, and the record of academic honor and scholarships.

 

- Non-Academic Criteria = the admissions committee considers a number of characteristics of the applicants to determine if the applicant has the potential to be a good veterinarian.

 

1. Veterinary Experiences and Animal Experiences = Veterinary experience provides a basic knowledge of the veterinary profession through closely observing the role of the various members of the health care team in a traditional practice setting. Participating in biomedical research, public health, academic medicine, regulatory medicine, or industry can enhance an applicant's appreciation for the breadth of the veterinary profession. Animal experience includes such things as breeding, rearing, feeding, and showing various species of companion animals, livestock, laboratory animals, zoo animals, or wildlife.

 

2. Employment Experiences = This information helps the committee better understand time commitments an applicant has beyond the classroom, as well as gives some insight into the applicant's work ethic.

 

3. Honors and Awards and Community Activity = Achievements, leadership ability, and participation in academic and other activities will be evaluated carefully. This includes extracurricular activities such as collegiate clubs, service organizations, sports or other interest-based activities. Community service activities are viewed as an indication of an applicant's desire to contribute to society.

 

4. Letters of Recommendation = Each applicant should obtain a minimum of three evaluations to help the admissions committee assess their personal traits. Students, however are allowed to submit up to six letters of recommendations. The best individuals for these evaluations are those who know the applicant well enough to provide meaningful comments. An evaluation from a veterinarian with whom the applicant has interacted fairly extensively is required.

 

5. Research Experience = The CVM Admissions Committee does value knowing about an applicant's experience in the broad field of research. This experience does not have to be directly affiliated with veterinary medicine, and research experience is NOT required for admission to the DVM program.

 

6. Diversity/Adversity = The committee seeks applicants who will increase the geographic, cultural, and economic diversity of the student body and the profession. Extenuating circumstances such as extensive extracurricular work commitments or family responsibilities are taken into consideration as well.

 

7. Personal Statement = The personal statement portion of the application is a candidate's opportunity to make a case as to why you are the best possible candidate for the DVM program at WSU. It is a chance to set yourself apart from other candidates, give the Admissions Committee background information that might not otherwise be included in the application, explain special situations or circumstances that have influenced you as a person, and where you see yourself in the future.

 

8. The Personal Interview = Non-academic evaluation of the top qualified applicants in the Washington, Idaho, Montana, Utah and out-of-area pools may include a personal interview. The interview consists of a 30 minute personal interview with two to three members of the Admissions Committee and a representative from the respective state veterinary medical association. The personal interview will be used to clarify any issues arising from the academic and non-academic evaluation. We will assess the applicant's maturity, motivation, communication skills, knowledge of the profession, and desire to contribute to society through veterinary medicine. 

 

Tuition and Fees

• In-state tuition = $22,352

 

• Out-of-state tuition = $53,406

 

• Is there an enrollment deposit required? There is a $200 deposit.

 

• Residency status options = The state of Washington allows professional WSU veterinary students who are accepted into the Pullman campus as non-residents (out-of-area)* to change their residency status (become WA residents) after residing in Washington state for one year and meeting certain criteria. See the link below.

 

​Funding Options​

• Scholarships - The WSU CVM maintains an active scholarship and awards program. Each year over $500,000 is awarded to students currently enrolled. WSU has some additional funds designated for incoming students that are awarded based upon academic achievement and need. Application at WSU for scholarships and awards is made through the Office of Student Services, College of Veterinary Medicine in June for incoming students and in January for currently enrolled students.