Welcome DVM Candidates to Mississippi State CVM
We are excited to welcome you to Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM)! Your invitation to interview with us marks an important milestone on your journey toward joining our community of future veterinarians and scholars.
This page is your starting point for learning more about Mississippi State CVM Interview Week and exploring the many opportunities, programs, and experiences that make our college unique. Here, you’ll find helpful resources to help you prepare for your visit, get connected, and envision your future at our college.
As you explore, take time to learn more about what makes MSU CVM truly special, from our upcoming state-of-the-art Nancy Link Laminitis Center and Farm Animal Hospital to our strong, unique curriculum and commitment to advancing veterinary education through programs like our DVM-PhD dual degree. You’ll also find helpful information on scholarships and financial aid, along with insights into the unique opportunities and community culture that define life at MSU CVM.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus and showing you why Mississippi State University is not just a place to learn, but a place to belong, grow, and make an impact in the world of veterinary medicine.
Take a Sneak Peak at Our Facilities
Discover MSU CVM: Your Interview Week Resource Hub
Preparing for Your Interview Social Event Schedule Interview Day Schedule Travel and Lodging Information Event Parking Registration Pre-Interview Social Parking
Additional Resources
Housing Information Financial Aid DVM-PhD Program Points of Pride Clubs and Organizations Enhanced Clinical Practicum Stats CVM Informational Booklet Publications
Curriculum Overview
Click here for an overview of the CVM curriculum
Additional Information
Each interviewee will be paired with a current MSU CVM student mentor who will serve as your point of contact leading up to Interview Week. Your mentor will reach out to you via text message at least two weeks prior to your scheduled interview to introduce themselves and provide helpful information about what to expect during your visit. If you have not been contacted by your mentor within that timeframe, please email the Office of Admissions and Student Success at admit@vetmed.msstate.edu so we can assist you. Your student mentor is here to help you feel welcome, answer questions, and ensure you’re prepared for an enjoyable and successful Interview Week experience.
The Dr. Mac Huddleston Rural Veterinary Scholarship
The Dr. Mac Huddleston Rural Veterinary Scholarship was established in 2024 by the Mississippi Legislature to honor the late Dr. Mac Huddleston and his lifelong dedication to advancing veterinary medicine in rural communities. This scholarship program addresses the critical need for veterinary services in underserved areas by providing full in-state tuition and fees for all four years of study in the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. In return, recipients commit to practicing large or mixed animal medicine in Mississippi for at least four years after graduation and completing the college’s Rural Veterinary Practice certificate program. Designed to strengthen rural veterinary care across the state, this initiative supports students passionate about serving agricultural communities while continuing Dr. Huddleston’s legacy of compassion, leadership, and service in veterinary medicine.
Bardsley Scholarship Program
The Charles E. and Viola G. Bardsley Scholars Program is the premier scholarship offered by the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM). Funded by the estate of Dr. Charles and Mrs. Viola Bardsley, who lived on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and supported the college, the program provides significant financial awards to a select group of outstanding first-year veterinary students. Each year, eight to twelve students are chosen based on exceptional academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and leadership potential. Mississippi and West Virginia residents receive $25,000 scholarships, while out-of-state students receive $50,000 scholarships. To qualify, applicants must have earned at least a 3.75 undergraduate GPA and demonstrate strong leadership and service experience. Recipients are selected through a two-step process that includes an initial admissions interview followed by an in-depth review by a faculty committee. To retain the scholarship, each Bardsley Scholar must maintain a minimum 3.25 GPA throughout the first two years of the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program.
As future members of the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2030, you’ll be joining a college at the forefront of veterinary innovation and research excellence. One of our most exciting recent developments is the establishment of the Nancy Fair Link Center for Laminitis Research, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advancing the prevention and treatment of equine laminitis, one of the most challenging conditions in veterinary medicine. Led by internationally recognized expert Dr. François-René Bertin, the center brings together global researchers, advanced laboratory technology, and hands-on clinical applications to improve equine health and welfare. This groundbreaking center reflects MSU CVM’s commitment to discovery, collaboration, and compassionate care—values that you, as a future veterinarian, will help carry forward into the next generation of animal health. To learn more about the Nancy Fair Link Center for Laminitis Research and explore the full story, visit the Insights 2024/2025 Impact Report and read pages 1 and 2 for an inside look at the people, innovation, and purpose driving this transformative work.