Faculty Nomination
Qualified applicants will be accepted into the program only after the graduate student has been accepted by a major professor. Potential applicants are encouraged to research the VDPAM faculty and contact those with similar research interest prior to submitting an application.
Application Materials
The following materials should be submitted through the online application system:
- Graduate application with statement of purpose; describing background, research interests, and career objectives.
- TOEFL/IELTS (nonnative English speakers only). The English proficiency minimum for these exams are:
- Official Undergraduate or professional transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
Application Deadlines
We accept applications throughout the year with entrance into the program all terms (Fall, Spring and Summer). To allow review of your complete application we suggest that your application be completed by mid-June for fall admission, mid-October for spring admission and mid-March for summer admission.
Contact Information
Chloe Petersen
Student Services Specialist II
Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine
2412 Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center
Ames, IA 50011
Email: cmpete@iastate.edu
Phone: 515.294.3837