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17. Can I meet admissions requirements by taking online courses?

In general, meeting science requirements for admission to a college of veterinary medicine requires rigorous coursework supplemented with hands-on laboratory experiences and proctored examinations.  Hence, prerequisite requirements cannot usually be met by online courses; laboratory requirements certainly cannot be met by online experiences.  However, on occasion a prospective applicant may request that an online course be considered from an accredited university for credit towards a requirement for admission.  In this case, the applicant should provide detailed published information and course materials to the Admissions Counselor which minimally includes a course description, course syllabus, description of examination procedures, and contact information for the course instructor(s).  Additional information may be required by the Admissions Counselor before conveying a written decision to the prospective applicant.  It is important to realize that online courses change from year to year and that there is no guarantee that any online course will be approved.  Thus it is advised that approval be sought prior to taking an online course intended to meet a prerequisite requirement.

Your request must be received by September 15th.

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1. What courses should I take in high school?
2. What should my college major be?
3. What subjects do most applicants to the College of Veterinary Medicine major in during their undergraduate education?
4. Which courses are required for admission to the College of Veterinary Medicine?
5. Whom can I ask if I'm not sure that a course will satisfy the requirement?
6. Which standardized tests are required?
7. Is there a minimum requirement for applications to be considered?
8. What else is required in the application process?
9. Can I substitute courses for those that are required? Can I waive required courses?
10. Do UGA students get special preference?
11. Who is eligible for the in-state tuition rate?
12. Where can I get an application?
13. What are the important deadlines in the application process?
14. Can I transfer to the College from another veterinary school?
15. Can I complete my bachelor's degree while I'm enrolled in the DVM program?
16. Where can I get information about master's degree and doctorate programs?
17. Can I meet admissions requirements by taking online courses?
18. Where should transcripts be mailed?
19. What is the AP credit policy?

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