Recent changes to the American education system could lead to increase debt as interest rates reach unprecedented levels. Most students defer to pay immediately in their first year which leads to increased (as much as 16%) debt.
This article is focused largely on the recent American reforms. However with the recent economic woes, don’t expect vet school to get any cheaper anytime soon.
Click here to read the full article from Pittsburgh Live.
Banks offer a variety of packages for students and graduates, often targetted at maximising overdraft at the expense of interest. When is the right time to leave your student account? How much should you be earning before you can focus more on interest than needing a bigger overdraft?
This guide by the fantastic MoneySavingExpert provides an extensive analysis of the best banks and accounts to save with depending on the amount you’re currently earning. This guide leans towards UK banking but the criteria apply worldwide.
Students from St. George’s from the Caribbean island of Grenada have passed RCVS entry exams with a 100% pass rate. This is a tremendous feat considering the standard pass rate is usually only around 44%.
Students have to undergo a two day series of stringent exams to ensure compliance with strict RCVS standards. The exam has no pass quota and thus everyone receiving a passing mark is now a qualified veterinary surgeon in the UK.
For the full article from St. George’s click here.
Rather than having to jobs to choose from after graduating, an increasing number of veterinary graduates are finding they have to wait a number of months before finding a job. There are a number of reasons for this and, whilst industry leaders maintain an upcoming vet shortage is on the way, the current problem seems to be a lack of distribution. There are lots of vets in built up areas due to better pay and links to cities.
What does this mean for recent graduates? Prepare for a few months of jobhunting, be ready to move to a location away from home and don’t be disheartened: a lot of people are in the same boat. Don’t rush into a position that isn’t right for you, but at the same time be flexible in what you apply for.
A cutting, to the point analysis of how to lower debts accrued as a vet student. The video has an American focus but the core ideas are relevant to veterinary students everywhere.
The video by GL Advisor is concise, clear and has up-to-date figures.
Experience is vital to succeed as a vet and can be gained in a variety of ways. Working in a hospital for people might seem like a strange choice but, as illustrated by this frank and well written article, it can also teach you a lot.
With a stronger drive in research on treatments for both animals and humans, it’s an experience that could benefit a range of specialisations. Click here for the article by Jennifer Morrissey.
Measures should be in place to provide support for students considering longer courses, says the BVA in answer to findings from Simon Hughes’ report.
Relatively low pay and courses lasting longer than 8 years, with all the fees that entails, have led the BVA to pursue a scheme to allow special programmes for students from poorer backgrounds to study. Click here to read the full statement by the BVA.
Citing saturation in the veterinary profession, measures have been passed to peer review veterinary foreign AVMA accreditation. Dr. Katherine Knutson, a Minnesota delegate was quoted: ‘We are not saying it out loud, but some believe there are too many veterinarians.’
The peer review will consider whether AVMA foreign accreditation benefits the public at large and the expense behind the process. Full article from DVM360 can be found here.
Fantastic article from Equine Vet Business on getting yourself noticed and ultimately clinching that first job. There are a lot of extra points to consider that could give you an edge over other applicants. If you’re having trouble finding a job, you may need to step back and consider if you’re in the right area and if you’re showing a practice everything you can do.
Interesting blog entry on how much less vets earn compared to doctors and where that money goes. If you’ve graduated recently how have you managed the delicate issue of money with clients? Do you find it dominates your ability to treat pets?
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