Doctor of Veterinary MedicineOntario Veterinary College

Preparing for Your CareerOVC prepares you for the world of veterinary medicine by ensuring that you are educated in science and medicine, as well as in economics, computer technology, human and client relations, and business man-agement. You will learn about private practice as well as careers in govern-ment, teaching, research and industry.

Clinical Careers (75%)

Companion Animal 45% Mixed Animal 21% Large Animal 9%

Non-Clinical Careers (25%)

Government 10% Industry 6% Research and Teaching 5% Other 4%

Career Choices of Veterinarians in Canada

A History of ExcellenceFounded in 1862, the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) at the University of Guelph is the old-est veterinary college in North America. Dedicated to the advancement of veterinary and comparative medicine, OVC has a distinguished international reputation for excellence in teaching, research and service.

Entrance Information and Requirementsn Complete a minimum of three years of an undergraduate science program (applications to the DVM program may be submitted during a student’s third year)

n During undergraduate years, complete eight required courses: two biological sciences, one cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, statistics and two humanities and/or social sciences.

n Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)

n Background Information Form

n Letters of Reference

n An interview

n Practical hands-on experience with animals

n Ontario Residency

For detailed information and course descriptions, visit ovc.uoguelph.ca

AccreditationThe Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at OVC is accredited in Canada and the United States by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association and American Veterinary Medical Association, and in the United Kingdom by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

“The Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) is highly regarded among veterinarians worldwide. It was be-cause of this that I was attracted to the University of Guelph. The curriculum allows us a first-hand look into the academia side of medi-cine, and that allows us to make an informed decision about what we’d like to do with our career. The OVC Health Sciences Centre is staffed with highly trained experts with diverse knowledge, and equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. This provides us an opportunity for hands-on, case-based learning exercises that are coupled with our theoretical classroom learning. OVC has many different clubs that focus on different areas of vet medicine, allowing students to explore different interests and train for a variety of species. My experiences in and out of class fully prepared me to practice small animal medicine after graduation.”

Marie Ramoutar, Class of 2009 Algonquin Animal Hospital, Ottawa

Colonel By Secondary School, Ottawa, Ont.

Campus Involvement: OVC Business Club, Student Chapter of the Veterinary Emer-gency and Critical Care Society, Central Veterinary Student Association council member

For more information or to arrange a tour of the Ontario Veterinary College, please contact us at 519-824-4120, Ext. 54430 or by email at vetmed@uoguelph.ca

“The DVM program prepares us for a di-verse array of careers. We are given oppor-tunities to be involved in wildlife medicine and conservation. Opportunities in inter-national veterinary work are also made available, through groups such as Global Vets and Veterinarians Without Borders.”

Jason Hsiao, Class of 2008 Cavan Hills Veterinary Services, Cavan, Ont.