Master of Veterinary Education

Master of Veterinary Education (MVEd)

Mission Statement

The mission of the Master of Veterinary Education (MVEd) program at Lincoln Memorial University is to enhance veterinary student learning by increasing the instructional effectiveness of the faculty who teach them. The mission is achieved by:

• Graduating students with a Master of Veterinary Education degree
• Introducing students to the theories of learning and teaching and encouraging their development of personal teaching philosophy as a foundation for a career in education
• Providing students with the knowledge and tools used in the education profession to effectively present content, assess student learning, and provide educational leadership among their peers

MVEd Program Overview

The MVEd is designed to train the next generation of educators and equips today’s veterinary professionals and educators with enhanced teaching effectiveness to support various learning needs, foster educational excellence, and move VetMed forward. Designed with 100% online flexibility, the program is ideal for working veterinary professionals who aspire to teach in education or current veterinary educators and professionals who wish to further their education while maintaining their careers.

This program does not lead to additional licensure qualifications.

MVEd Admissions Standards and Application Process

 Admissions Standards

All applicants to the MVEd must:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university
• Proof of DVM, a four-year baccalaureate degree in a veterinary-related field, or credentialed veterinary technician with proof of licensure*
• Seeking entry to higher education or currently working in veterinary education
• Minimum 2.8 GPA
   

The LMU-CVM MVE Program Director and Graduate Admissions Committee may recommend applicants with exceptions to these admissions requirements, subject to the LMU-CVM Dean who has final approval.

*Applicants who meet all other admissions criteria but work in a state that does not provide veterinary technician credentialing may contact CVMGradPrograms@LMUnet.edu for eligibility.

**Applicants with a cumulative GPA below the minimum GPA may be considered for the program, but they will be admitted under automatic academic probation for their first semester.

Required Application Materials

To apply to the MVEd program, the following must be completed and/or submitted:

1. PostbacCAS Application
2. Official transcripts from all institutions attended
   • Foreign transcripts, including from previous DVM programs, must be evaluated by World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silney & Associates, Inc. before submission.
   • Transcripts from Ross University’s DVM program can be ordered directly from the institution without a transcript evaluation service
   • All final grades on foreign transcripts will be included in final GPA
3. Two (2) letters of recommendation from individuals with knowledge of the applicant’s work and ability and can, therefore, evaluate their potential for success in this graduate program
4. One (1) personal essay (500 words) that professionally articulates a response to the following prompts: Explain your motivation for obtaining a Master of Veterinary Education degree, how your background and training have prepared you to earn a graduate degree in education, and how/why this degree will help you in your career goals.
5. Application Fees (PostbacCAS)
6. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
    

Application Process & Notifications

Application Submissions

MVEd Academic Progress, Standards, and Policies

Requirements for Graduation

Successful completion of an MVEd requires

• Completing a minimum of 32 credit hours
• Completing all degree requirements with a > 2.85 overall GPA

Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy

Any MVEd student found to have performed below a 2.85 GPA in a semester will be placed on academic probation for the following semester and may remain on academic probation until their cumulative program GPA meets the standard.

MVEd Curriculum

The Master of Veterinary Education (MVEd) is a fully online, asynchronous program available on a full-time or part-time basis, requiring 32 graduate credit hours to earn a Master of Science (M.S.) degree. The program may be completed in four (4) consecutive semesters.

Enrollment Status as Determined by Credit Hours

• Full-time status is a minimum of nine (9) graduate credits in a Fall or Spring semester.
• Part-time status is anything less than nine (9) graduate credits in the Fall or Spring semester.

Students must be registered for a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify for financial aid. Contact the Office of Student Financial Services for more information if necessary.

Maximum Timeframe for Program Completion

MVEd students must complete their studies within four (4) years after initial registration.

Extensions for any program completion timeframes require approval of the Program Director and the LMU-CVM Dean. The student bears the ultimate responsibility for ensuring completion of all degree requirements.