The admission process is selective. The criteria used to evaluate and select applicants for admission include the student's educational background and GPA, oral and written communication skills, and letters of recommendation. Applications should be filed between October 1 and February 1 of the academic year preceding the fall term in which enrollment is sought. Early application is recommended. Physical Therapy Students must complete a bachelor's degree to be eligible for admission to the graduate physical therapy program at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities.
Admission is very competitive.
All courses, with the exception of medical terminology, should be taken for a letter grade. In addition, students are advised to pursue a broad-based liberal education, including coursework comparable to the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities liberal education requirements. Veterinary Medicine Enrollment in the professional doctor of veterinary medicine program is limited. A total of 76 students is admitted each fall semester. Most students complete their bachelor's degree before entering veterinary school but may seek admission during the academic year in which their pre-veterinary requirements are complete.