I'm 17 I have no idea what to major in… Vet school?

Pre-Vet & Veterinary Medicine
1

<p>I was suppose to graduate last June but i couldn't because I didn't pass one of my state regents exam. So I would be graduating upcoming January.</p>

<p>I was always an average student and my grades are average except for areas such as foreign language and visual arts which i excel in the most. I went to an Arts high-school. I am more of an artistic side then the academic math/science side.
However one of my career goals is to be a Veterinarian. And I understand how competitive vet school can be.
my highschool avergade was around 78%-83%. Im not a bad student, I know I can put work into my grades but what discourages me the most is math. Ive always had issues with math. Understanding certain concepts in Algebra has been very hard for me in highschool. </p>

<p>I'll be applying to college this upcoming January-February. I'll very much most likely have to attend a community college because i didnt get accpeted by the few 4year colleges/universities. If i countinue the Veterinary route would attending a CC lessen my chances of addmission?</p>

<p>What exactly are "pre-requisites" for vet school?
Do you usually take these in your first and secound years of college?
Are they math, biology,english sort of subjects?</p>

<p>If I take the prerequisites for vet school within my two years and then choose my major which maybe, maybe not be bio-related the next 2 years does this effect my chances of addmission? Meaning that having only taken prerequisite 2 years ago is too much time behind from all the rigorousity of as a future vet school student?</p>

<p>I live in NY state, thus my best option is Cornell University, its the #1 vet school. And an ivy leauge so i know its hard. Very soon ill be working at a pet store and doing some volunteer ing at a local animal shelter. </p>

<p>I appreciate informed answers very much as they will resolve all of my questiona about vet school.</p>

2

<p>Hi Vazzio,</p>

<p>You mention you are strong in the arts and have issues with math, but how about the sciences? If you really wish to pursue a vet school track, you’ll have to establish a very strong science background, including the dreaded organic chemistry. </p>

<p>As far as the per-requisites, you need to visit the web site for the vet school you’re interested in and get a listing there, because they can vary. For example, some vet schools require undergrad hours in animal nutrition, some do not. You’ll also be able to see the statistics for accepted students so you know what the benchmark is. I’ll warn you, it will be very high. </p>

<p>Vet school admission is very, very competitive. If you make a grade of C or below in any core science courses in undergrad, you’ll need to retake the class and bring that grade up. Grades matter, GRE scores matter, and you’ll need a ton of applicable volunteer and work experience to boot.</p>

<p>It’s not my intention to scare you off if you are determined to go this route, but best to go with eyes open.</p>

<p>Good luck to you.</p>