We’re driven by a deep passion and commitment to define and deliver all that veterinary medicine can and should be. That passion and commitment are reflected in our curriculum and the areas that you can choose to study. You’ll cover all aspects of veterinary medicine during your four years at the CVM – and leave fully prepared to take your next step.
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Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 4 of the program allows veterinary students some flexibility to concentrate on their interests in specific areas. It begins immediately following the conclusion of Year 3 (late April) and continues for 12 months.
Each course in Year 4 is taught as a 2- or 3-week block, and students take each course as a separate block. Students select clinical rotations with guidance from faculty advisors, and they may focus on small animal, large animal, or a more general, mixed-animal course of study.
Because Year 4 in the program is continuous, some blocks may end or begin during holidays or semester breaks.
Clinical Rotations:
All DVM courses are offered in-person except for two one-week elective didactic options (Euthanasia and Equine Nutrition), which are offered through distance education during the last 18 months of the program.
Didactic Instruction (Classroom & Lab-Based)
DVM students admitted for fall 2023 (Class of 2027) or later are graded on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading scale for their didactic courses and labs. Students admitted prior to fall 2023 are graded on the traditional A-F grading scale.
Clinical Instruction (Rotations)
All clinical rotation courses are graded on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading scale.
Withdrawal Policy
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine Withdrawal Policy
Purpose
This policy establishes the procedures and expectations for students who are considering withdrawal from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. The policy distinguishes between withdrawal between academic terms and withdrawal during an active semester.
Withdrawal Between Academic Terms
Students who decide not to continue their studies at the College are not required to complete a formal University withdrawal process. A student may withdraw from the University by choosing not to register for courses for the subsequent semester. Students considering withdrawal are encouraged to have a discussion with the appropriate Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs before making a final decision. This conversation is intended to ensure that the student understands the academic and administrative implications of withdrawing and is aware of any available options or resources.
Failure to register for the subsequent semester will result in the student being considered withdrawn from the University.
Withdrawal During an Academic Semester
Students who are considering withdrawal during an active semester must first have a conversation with the appropriate Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs. The Assistant Dean will discuss the circumstances of the withdrawal with the student making them aware of any available options or resources. Following this conversation, a student may withdraw from their current courses in accordance with applicable University procedures and deadlines. Withdrawal from courses may affect the student’s academic record, financial obligations, or financial aid. A student who withdraws from courses during the semester may be eligible for a partial refund of tuition and/or applicable fees, depending on the timing of the withdrawal and the University’s applicable refund policies. A partial refund is not guaranteed.
Once the student has completed the appropriate course withdrawal process and their withdrawal from the University has been confirmed through the appropriate Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs, the student will be considered withdrawn from the University.
Re-Enrollment
A student who has withdrawn from the University and later wishes to return must follow the College’s applicable re-enrollment procedures in effect at the time of their return. To initiate this process, please communicate with the Office of Academic Affairs.
Questions
Questions regarding withdrawal from the College should be directed to the appropriate Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs.
