Course at a Glance
- OtherDegree level
- 4 yearsDuration
- Guelph, CanadaLocation
- animal healthField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- GuelphCampus
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.)Awards
- $96,794Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Learn more about how the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree at the University of Guelph will prepare you for clinical and non-clinical careers as a veterinarian through a blend of science, technology and hands-on experience.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Minimum of four full-time undergraduate semesters (two years of a degree) and eight prerequisite courses: Biological Sciences 1.00 credit; Cell Biology 0.50; Genetics 0.50; Biochemistry 0.50; Statistics 0.50; Humanities or Social Sciences 1.00. Academic requirements must be complete by 31 August of the preceding year for international applicants. Casper score, veterinary/animal experience, referee assessments and personal essays are assessed. International applicants apply through the International cohort. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 89; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 110 · English test waiver: Not required if the applicant's first language is English, or they have had four or more years of full-time secondary/post-secondary study with satisfactory progress in an English-language school system. Also waived for: International Baccalaureate diploma taught in English; Francophone Canadian citizens educated in Canada; successful completion of the Advanced Level of the University of Guelph English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) or the Integrated Admission Pathway (IAP). Other accepted tests: CAEL 70 overall; Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 176 overall with no band below 169. · Application fee: CAD 100.00 non-refundable application processing fee (direct international application to the University of Guelph, processed by OUAC) · Deposit: CAD 2000.00 non-refundable international tuition deposit, required of all new international fee-paying undergraduate and diploma students. It is not an additional charge - it is applied to the first-semester tuition balance. Deadlines: Fall 2027 entry 15 June 2027; Winter 2027 entry 2 November 2026. Late offers: one to two weeks from the date of offer, as stated in the offer letter. Paying it removes the CAD 500.00 registration deposit. Refundable only where IRCC refuses the study permit and the request is made within 14 days of the denial letter.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$96,794 CAD / year≈ $71,172 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsPresident's International Entrance Scholarship up to CAD 42500 over four years (automatic, based on admission average); Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship CAD 42500 (2 awards); International Transfer Scholarship CAD 10000; CSAHS Dean's International Scholarship CAD 10000 (CAD 2500/yr); College of Arts Dean's International Scholarship up to CAD 10000; Lang Dean's International Online Student Scholarship CAD 15000; Quinn Memorial CAD 2000; Hardy International Student Scholarship CAD 2000; Fatemeh Haghighi International Scholarship CAD 1000; OAC 1973 International Entrance Scholarship CAD 1000.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Fall 2027 applications opened 17 September 2026. Undergraduate Calendar guidance for applicants from outside Canada: begin the application process six to eight months before the proposed entry point; for fall entry apply by 1 March and submit all require…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
Student stories
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Veterinary Medicine, D.V.M. cost?
CAD 96,794 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
4 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum of four full-time undergraduate semesters (two years of a degree) and eight prerequisite courses: Biological Sciences 1.00 credit; Cell Biology 0.50; Genetics 0.50; Biochemistry 0.50; Statistics 0.50; Humanities or Social Sciences 1.00. Academic requirements must be complete by 31 August of the preceding year for international applicants. Casper score, veterinary/animal experience, referee assessments and personal essays are assessed. International applicants apply through the International cohort. · English: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); TOEFL iBT 89; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 110 · English test waiver: Not required if the applicant's first language is English, or they have had four or more years of full-time secondary/post-secondary study with satisfactory progress in an English-language school system. Also waived for: International Baccalaureate diploma taught in English; Francophone Canadian citizens educated in Canada; successful completion of the Advanced Level of the University of Guelph English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) or the Integrated Admission Pathway (IAP). Other accepted tests: CAEL 70 overall; Cambridge C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 176 overall with no band below 169. · Application fee: CAD 100.00 non-refundable application processing fee (direct international application to the University of Guelph, processed by OUAC) · Deposit: CAD 2000.00 non-refundable international tuition deposit, required of all new international fee-paying undergraduate and diploma students. It is not an additional charge - it is applied to the first-semester tuition balance. Deadlines: Fall 2027 entry 15 June 2027; Winter 2027 entry 2 November 2026. Late offers: one to two weeks from the date of offer, as stated in the offer letter. Paying it removes the CAD 500.00 registration deposit. Refundable only where IRCC refuses the study permit and the request is made within 14 days of the denial letter.
Is there a scholarship?
President's International Entrance Scholarship up to CAD 42500 over four years (automatic, based on admission average); Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship CAD 42500 (2 awards); International Transfer Scholarship CAD 10000; CSAHS Dean's International Scholarship CAD 10000 (CAD 2500/yr); College of Arts Dean's International Scholarship up to CAD 10000; Lang Dean's International Online Student Scholarship CAD 15000; Quinn Memorial CAD 2000; Hardy International Student Scholarship CAD 2000; Fatemeh Haghighi International Scholarship CAD 1000; OAC 1973 International Entrance Scholarship CAD 1000.
Is it accredited?
Veterinary Medicine: Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) in collaboration with the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA-CoE). The CVMA states that all 5 Canadian veterinary colleges are accredited. Only three of those five are among the 26 universities in this catalogue; the other two are the Atlantic Veterinary College at the University of Prince Edward Island and the Faculte de medecine veterinaire at the Universite de Montreal.
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