Overview of College of Veterinary Medicine of the Pacific (CVM) 2008-2009

The College of Veterinary Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences stands as a new paradigm in veterinary medical education: innovative instructional programs, cost-effective delivery of education, and cooperation with other educational institutions and the private sector. Instruction and clinical opportunities are provided in a wide variety of domestic species, including food animal, equine, and companion animals. The College sustains a vibrant, diverse faculty by encouraging advancement through personal and professional development and research, creating an academic community of competent, caring, ethical professionals, where cooperative learning, public service, and scholarship can flourish.

Dean: Nelson, Phillip, DVM, PhD
Tuition
Accreditation information:
  Letter of Reasonable Assurance, American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  Letter of Provisional Accreditation, May 1, 2003, American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  Letter of Provisional Accreditation, March 16, 2005, American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
  

CVM General statistics

• Total current enrollment: 396
• Average age: 28
• Graduation Rate: 94.9%
• Board Pass Rates:
    North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)
    (First-time test takers) 83%
    North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)
    (All takers) 93%