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UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Overview
An immersive 2-week residential or commuter program introducing rising high school juniors and seniors to veterinary medicine through hands-on rotations, classroom instruction in comparative anatomy and physiology, animal handling, diagnostics, and field trips to local farms.
At a glance
Sessions
Jun2 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Amherst, MA
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $2,337
Entering grades
11th, 12th
Application requirements
Letter of Interest
Must describe animal-related experiences, long-term career goals, and what student hopes to gain from the program
Letter of Recommendation
Must address applicant's ability to handle rigorous 2-week academic coursework
Cost & sessions
Commuter: $2,337; Residential: $4,119; Materials fee $95 (costs current for 2026 session).
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