Program Dates
June 3 - July 22, 2016.

Veterinary Medicine encompasses many career paths. A graduate can work with food producing animals, or genetics, become a companion animal veterinarian, or be responsible for human and animal food safety.

The Enrichment Summer Program (ESP) provides academic reinforcement for undergraduate students with an interest in veterinary medicine. This seven-week program focuses developing well-qualified prospective students from disadvantaged backgrounds. ESP’s goal is to introduce prospective students to the diverse careers available in veterinary medicine.

Application Process

Online application opens December 1, 2015
All materials must be postmarked by March 2, 2016
ESP will run Friday, June 3, 2016—July 22, 2016.

Letters of recommendation: Two letters by individuals listed on your application form. Letters from relatives are not accepted. Letters must be on official letterhead, signed, and dated.

College transcripts: official transcript, including Fall 2015 grades, must be sent directly from the Registrar's Office of your current institution. Student copies of transcripts from all previously attended institutions are required. PDF files may be sent to [log in to unmask].

International Applicants: Applicants indicating non-U.S. citizen status must provide either visa or permanent resident alien registration.

ESP III Applicants (class of 2019 only): may submit a copy of VMCAS in lieu of the online application form, but still must submit 2 letters of recommendation and transcripts. You must notify us of any status changes (from unknown to wait list to admit) during the application process.

The accep­tance process is a rolling selection procedure. Applicants will be reviewed as completed applications are received. Only completed applicant files (application, letters of recommendation, and transcripts) are reviewed for placement.

Benefits

ESP student working

Program Levels

The Enrichment Summer Program levels are based on an educational pathway concept. Level assignment is determined upon review of the information supplied by the applicant and his/her stage of education. Assignment to a designated level helps ensure the personal success of each participant and maximizes the exposure to veterinary medicine.

ESP I

This level is intended for undergraduate students who have completed general biology or chemistry, are exploring the profession’s potential, and have at least two years of college remaining before they apply to a professional program.

(8-10 positions available)

ESP II

This level is designed for undergraduate students who have selected veterinary medicine as a career choice and who plan to apply to a professional program within the next academic school year.

(20-22 positions available)

ESP III

This level is appropriate for students who have been admitted to a college of veterinary medicine and seek additional enrichment before their studies begin. A letter of acceptance from the applicant’s veterinary school is required for consideration.

(6-10 positions available)

Financial Considerations

Travel

Program participants are required to pay round-trip travel expenses to Michigan State University. A minimum 50% of travel costs are guaranteed for reimbursement upon completion of program.

Stipend

Program participants will receive a stipend. The stipend is to assist in the defrayment of costs for room and board in assigned university resident facilities.

Housing

Our program has negotiated on-campus housing in Owen Hall for participants. Program participants are responsible for this housing cost. Payments are made up to date on the same dates participants are issued stipend checks. Participants are also responsible for meals.