Vet School Coach

11/19/2025

As interview invites and rejections are rolling out now, please request a file review from schools you don’t get into. Not all do them, but for those that do, it can be very helpful.

For those with acceptances or interviews already- Congratulations!

I do offer interview prep and mock interviews to help prepare for those seeking extra guidance and practice. You can reach out through my website at www.vetschoolcoach.com

Dr. Michelle West, DVM. Coaching for Veterinary School acceptance. Avoid costly mistakes, select the right school, help prepare for your interviews and more guidance.

11/16/2025

Not every vet school graduate goes into clinical practice. There are so many opportunities in veterinary medicine to use one’s degree.

A veterinarian turned disease detective works to stop outbreaks, safeguard communities during disasters, and serve on the front lines of America’s public health response.

11/10/2025

This is a winning program all around helping those in need and teaching future vets invaluable skills!

10/30/2025

One of my goals as an advisor, consultant and mentor is to personally tour as many veterinary colleges as possible so I can better advise on location, facilities, curriculum and student satisfaction. If possible, I also try to arrange a meeting with admissions. Otherwise, I tour with previous clients to get an insider student perspective. Yesterday, I had the privilege of a tour at North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh. The large animal and small animal hospitals are all on one campus with the vet school providing easy student access to all areas of the school. In the second year of their new curriculum, adjustments have been made and the students overall seem to like it and are doing well. Student support from administration and professors is good. Raleigh is easy to navigate and the vet school is within close proximity to the undergrad campus. Lots of parks, restaurants and an airport, make the location a plus. Add in one of the lowest tuitions and ability to establish residency if out of state, and NC State becomes one of the more affordable schools. Unfortunately, the number of seats for OS applicants is small and is highly competitive.

10/23/2025

From Tuskegee University to being named one of Vet Candy’s 2025 Rising Stars, Aaryn DuBose is proving that representation in veterinary medicine matters! 🐾🎓 A proud HBCU graduate, Aaryn is breaking barriers in a field where only 2% of veterinarians are Black. His story is fueled by perseverance, leadership, and a vision to inspire the next generation while preparing to become an international veterinary surgeon. 🌍💉 “Every time I walk into a room, I know I’m representing more than just myself. If I can show one kid from a background like mine that this is possible, then all the hard work is worth it.” – Aaryn DuBose 🙌🏾

10/09/2025

Apply today!

The Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine has officially opened its application window for the inaugural class of students. Prospective veterinarians have five weeks to apply to join South Carolina’s first College of Veterinary Medicine, with classes beginning Fall 2026.

The new program will prepare graduates to meet critical animal health needs across the state and beyond, advancing Clemson’s land-grant mission and commitment to transforming lives.

Learn more and apply today. Application linked in the comments below.

The deadline to apply is November 17, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST.

10/09/2025

CLEMSON application for their new vet school’s first class is open!

09/16/2025

Congratulations to everyone who submitted applications this cycle! It is a lot of hard work and now comes the waiting. My best advice is to keep busy. Continue to improve yourself as an applicant and potential vet student. Do not take your foot off the gas waiting to see if you get an interview or a seat. Good luck everyone!

09/12/2025

08/15/2025

VMCAS applicants- check out this scholarship on the menu under scholarships to help with the cost of your applications this cycle! Apply by 8/31.

The Angel Project Foundation is a nonprofit organization that helps families experiencing financial crisis pay emergency vet bills.

08/09/2025

Orientation for the class of 2029 is getting underway at many vet schools. It is an exciting time for these students!

08/09/2025

Congratulations to all of the first year vet students beginning the next chapter in pursuit of their dream this month! Good luck!