Let's begin by considering some of the obvious things that selection committees will consider. Grade point average. Good grades are important as they indicate that you have the motivation, study skills and intellect that are necessary to succeed academically in a post-baccalaureate program. Average overall grade point averages of matriculants tend to be about 3.5, but the standard deviations are significant so that people with lower GPA's are definitely accepted. However, a high GPA alone will not ensure acceptance to medical, dental or veterinary school.
Veterinary colleges vary in their requirements.
In general these standardized examinations are taken in the spring of the junior year and cover material from the college courses that are required for admission. Thus it is important that you plan your course of study such that you complete these courses prior to taking the standardized examination. Some Things that are not as Obvious Communications skills. The importance of good written and oral communication skills cannot be over emphasized. In the short term you must write a convincing personal essay as part of your application, and you must present yourself in a convincing fashion in an interview with selection committees.