Purdue University

Office of Student Services and Admissions

Current College Students Other Factors and Experiences

• A well rounded academic background (including college honors courses and study abroad programs)
• Routine and responsible work experience with a variety of animals
• Familiarity with the veterinary profession through direct work experience with veterinarians
• Involvement in extracurricular activities and demonstrated leadership ability both in high school and college
• Development of time and stress management skills
• Demonstration of communication skills both oral and written
• Demonstration of critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Well-established work record through full-time summer employment and/or part-time academic year employment
• Commitment to a life-long learning process