Information for Students and Parents
Frequently Asked Questions
Review commonly asked questions as you explore the field of veterinary medicine.
High school to Veterinary School Timeline
Discover the various steps per year to map out your preparation.
Parents of High School Students
Learn how to best motivate and support your student.
Parents of College Students
Learn how to best motivate and support your student.
Free and downloadable Resource
"How To Get Into Vet School"
Want to learn more about your path to veterinary medicine? Our free eBook shows you the way!
Recursos en Español
Gator Vet Camp (for Florida High School Students)
The Gator Vet Camp recognizes talented high school students and provides them with enriching and personal exposure to the veterinary medicine profession and college life. The rigorous activities, shared experiences, and challenging exercises enable participants to identify courses important for college readiness and explore careers in veterinary medicine. Gator Vet Camp is a part of the College of Veterinary Medicine’s commitment to provide a diverse and inclusive learning environment through aggressive recruiting of underserved and historically underrepresented communities.
Videos
Why UFCVM?
Challenge Accepted
Learning and teaching at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.
For Middle school students
From Middle School to Vet School
Watch this introductory video to the field of veterinary medicine.
For High school students
From High School to Vet School
Watch this introductory video to the field of veterinary medicine.
Middle/High school students
Annual Open House
Watch our recap video to see how thousands of visitors enjoy a full day of animal and educational activities.
why a veterinarian?
Student Testimonials
Listen as current and former students share their stories of why they chose UFCVM.
what to expect
Student Panel
Learn from current and former students as they share about their pathways to veterinary medicine.
