The MPVM program emphasizes epidemiology and biostatistics, and provides for a variety of elective courses in nutrition, computer science, animal health economics, etc. A publishable, written thesis involving the use of MPVM-acquired quantitative skills is a requirement of the program. The residency program emphasizes development of production medicine strategies for large commercial dairy and dairy-beef operations. Participation in the Annual House Officer Seminar Day is mandatory. An advisory committee evaluates the progress of each resident and provides guidance to enable successful completion of the program.
Health insurance is provided and sixteen hours of vacation are accrued monthly.
Candidates who are U.S. Citizens are provided with a scholarship for MPVM registration and tuition fees. Candidates who are not U.S. citizens must pay non-resident registration fees during the MPVM training. Notification of candidates will be after February 1, 2001.