Admission Standards
The LMU-EVEP is an early acceptance program (EAP), meaning admitted students will have a guaranteed spot in the Richard A. Gillespie College of Veterinary Medicine, provided they meet the LMU-CVM admission requirements at the end of their 2.5 years of undergraduate coursework.
As such, the admission process is rigorous and holds high academic standards, in addition to requiring extensive horse experience.
To be considered for admission to the EVEP, applicants must have:
● a Math ACT ≥ 24 (SAT 570-580)*
● a Reading ACT ≥ 24 (SAT 570-590)*
● a High School GPA (grade point average) ≥ 3.5
* Please note that, while general admission to LMU as an undergraduate does not require ACT or SAT scores, the EVEP requires applicants to submit these scores because of its status as a G.P.A. program. Applicants to the EVEP must submit either ACT or SAT scores to be considered.
Eligibility
The EVEP is for first-time college freshmen only. A limited amount of AP and dual enrollment credit will be accepted. Contact the Undergraduate Admissions office for more information.
Interested applicants with some college coursework, please see the Frequently Asked Questions page of this e-brochure.
Required Materials
The following items are required for EVEP admission consideration:
● LMU Undergraduate Application (Major: AS in Equine Veterinary Science)
» Official High School Transcripts
● EVEP Supplemental Application
» On a scale of 1 - 10, how would you score your horsemanship abilities?
» On a scale of 1 - 10, how would the best horseman or horsewoman you know score your horsemanship abilities?
» In 500 words or less, explain your reasoning for the scores you provided.
» In 500 words or less, describe your horse experience. This can include, but is not limited to, clinics, seminars, lessons, clubs, competitions, racing, ranch work, or organization membership/activity.
» One personal statement that explains the applicant's decision to pursue equine veterinary medicine.
» Two letters of recommendation from non-relative equine professionals who can accurately assess and validate the horse experience, skills, and abilities of the applicant. These letters should speak directly to horse experience, work ethic, integrity, and ability to work in teams.
» One letter of recommendation from a non-relative that speaks to the applicant's character
» ACT or SAT Scores
» One video (5-10 minute hard maximum) prepared by the applicant that demonstrates equine skills and abilities
Need more guidance?
"Horsemanship" can mean different things to different people. In your 500-word (or less) explanation of your score, you can include a brief overview of the definition of horsemanship that you used to evaluate your skills.
The skills and abilities video should show your competence in horse handling. It is your opportunity to show the admissions committee what you know and how well you can do it. Use your best judgment when deciding what to include.