For example, additional work experience, or graduate course work may be helpful. Be sure to contact the schools and ask what can be done to strengthen your application. Many students do this. Many complete their M.S. at a university where there is a veterinary school and sometimes even take a course or two offered by the veterinary school. The animal science curriculum provides an excellent background for many career opportunities.
Most graduate programs offer top graduate students an assistantship.
This is also called a stipend and will assist you in meeting your financial obligations while completing your degree. At the University of Connecticut, an assistantship includes a salary, health benefits and tuition remission. In addition to your research project and academic programs, the assistantship carries additional responsibilities, including assisting in teaching courses and other departmental needs. Yes, The Peterson Guide is a very good source of information. A current copy is on file in the Kinsman Library, Room 110 of the George White Building.