Support Services and Resources

Our D.V.M. Student Services team will help ensure your success, providing you with an array of valuable student services, career counseling, and financial planning.

Our Student Support Services are dedicated to empowering you throughout your journey in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) Program. From acceptance through graduation, we offer tailored resources that ensure your well-being, academic success, and professional growth. Explore all that we offer to support you at every stage.

First-year orientation

Your veterinary journey begins with an immersive, week-long orientation that fosters connections with peers, faculty, and vital resources. A highlight of the program is the Ram Outdoor Leadership Experience (ROLE), an interactive team-building experience set in Colorado’s scenic outdoors. Enjoy optional challenge courses, develop essential professional skills, and make memories with new classmates as you prepare for the academic year ahead.

Financial education specialist

We’re proud to be the only veterinary program with a dedicated financial education specialist. This role offers personalized guidance on loan options, repayment plans, budgeting, understanding benefits, and accessing financial resources to help you make sound financial decisions from day one.

Learn more about tuition and fees, scholarships, loans, and grants on the Financial Resources page.

Counseling and well-being programs

Your mental health and well-being matter. We provide an array of services exclusive to veterinary students, including consultations, crisis intervention, individual and relationship counseling, wellness workshops, psychoeducational resources, and referrals. Support is available in person at the Fort Collins campus and via telehealth, serving both CSU and UAF students.

Career services

Throughout your time in the D.V.M. Program, you’ll receive comprehensive career education designed to prepare you for success in the veterinary profession. Integrated within your coursework, topics include resume/CV building, interview preparation, career exploration, and contract review. These resources ensure you have the knowledge and skills needed to navigate your career with confidence.

Employers seeking to engage with D.V.M. students regarding employment opportunities, internships, externships, and recruiting should contact Adrienne Marcus.

Tutoring program

Our free, peer-led tutoring program supports all first- and second-year D.V.M. students in a variety of formats including discussion boards, group, and individual sessions. It’s an excellent resource for those looking to dive deeper into course content or who would appreciate a little extra support.

Mentorship Program

The D.V.M. mentorship program helps veterinary students build relationships with veterinary professionals. Mentors provide meaningful learning experiences outside the classroom and opportunities for professional development, networking, and foster an exchange of ideas.

If you are interested in becoming a mentor to a veterinary student, please fill out our mentorship form.

Scholarships

The veterinary program at Colorado State University awards nearly $1.5 million in scholarships annually, providing approximately 300 scholarships each year. Students may apply for scholarships in the fall of their first year to be issued in years two, three, and four.

Veterinary Residential Community (VRC)

The transition to a rigorous veterinary program can be challenging, and the VRC, located in Aggie Village, offers first-year veterinary students a supportive living environment. Featuring modern apartments across from the D.V.M. facilities, the VRC includes workshops on wellness, finances, academic success, and career development. This year-long program is available to all new D.V.M. students, with priority given to students from underserved backgrounds or those experiencing unique challenges.

Learn more about living in the Veterinary Residential Community.

Off-site learning opportunities

Through partnerships worldwide, CSU offers diverse off-site learning experiences. Broaden your veterinary perspective and develop practical skills in regions like Africa, Mexico, Italy, and more. Topics range from livestock health and rural medicine to public health and community medicine, providing you with hands-on learning in dynamic, culturally enriching environments.

View all learning opportunities.

Pathways Program

Discover unique areas of veterinary medicine with our Pathways Program. Each pathway provides a roadmap for exploring non-traditional veterinary professions such as population health, veterinary diagnostics, and corporate livestock medicine. Faculty mentors support each pathway, offering career guidance, experiential learning opportunities, and connections to relevant professional organizations and conferences.

Learn more about the Pathways Program.

D.V.M.-exclusive testing center

The D.V.M. testing center provides support for students with documented exam accommodation needs and offers a designated space for make-up exams and student driven exam review as a learning tool. With hours designed to fit veterinary student schedules, it ensures an accessible testing environment for all.

Big-Little program

New to the program? Connect with an experienced student who shares similar interests! Our Big-Little Program helps incoming students transition smoothly by pairing them with a current student who can offer advice on academics, life in the area, housing, and more

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) resources

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all students feel welcome and supported. Led by our associate dean of diversity, equity, and inclusion, we incorporate DEI into our curriculum and provide workshops, student support initiatives, and group activities that promote DEI throughout the college.

Additionally, our student-led, and nationally recognized Veterinarians One Inclusive Community for Empowerment (VOICE) organization celebrates and advocates for diversity in veterinary medicine, promoting awareness and respect for differences within the program and the profession.

Learn more about the college’s commitment to inclusive excellence.