Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine is No. 1 among all universities in total graduates matched into selective internships and residencies in 2025.
Each year, veterinary graduates nationwide apply for a limited number of selective postgraduate placements through the Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program (VIRMP).
The VIRMP’s 2025 Match cycle saw Adtalem’s Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) secure more spots in total graduates than any other school, including the University of California-Davis, Cornell University and the University of Pennsylvania, among 40 other universities whose graduates seek advanced training and specialization.
Training High Caliber Job Candidates at RUSVM
Nearly 100 RUSVM graduates secured placements, a reflection of the institution’s reputation for excellence. Employers and program directors filling the positions recognize the high caliber of training students receive at RUSVM, making them strong candidates for these career-defining opportunities.
“Our graduates’ success in securing these positions is a testament to their talent, perseverance and the outstanding education they receive here,” said Dr. Erika Little, associate dean for clinical affairs and professional opportunities at RUSVM.
Residencies and Internships for Veterinary Graduates
Postgraduate internships and residencies provide invaluable clinical experience in specialized fields such as surgery, cardiology, internal medicine and emergency care. Internships are one-year programs that rotate new veterinarians through various disciplines.
Summer Foyle, DVM '24, has been in a small animal rotating internship she found through VIRMP at the University of Pennsylvania last year.
“I have had a great time as an intern. Some days are harder than others, but it has been an overall very rewarding experience,” she says.
After the yearlong program is finished, interns decide if they will go into general practice or continue into a multiyear residency program for a specific specialization. Dr. Foyle will continue at the University of Pennsylvania in a 3-year small animal internal medicine residency after re-enrolling in VIRMP's 2025 cycle.
Completing an internship or residency is not a requirement to begin practicing as a veterinarian. Graduates interested in continuing their training or finding a career path in a more specialized field of veterinary medicine seek out postgraduate opportunities.
“I chose small animal internal medicine because of the types of cases you get to manage while being able to follow up with patients and owners over time,” Dr. Foyle says.
These programs can open doors to board certification and leadership roles within the profession.
How Veterinary Match Day Works
The VIRMP process follows a structured timeline to ensure a fair and organized selection system. Beginning in October, applicants can search available programs and can start a formal ranking in November. They have until the first week of January to complete their applications before they complete interviews with their ranked programs. The process, though, differs between internships and residencies.
“Many internships require little to no interviews, while residency interviews vary widely—ranging from brief one-on-one meetings to extensive multi-hour sessions with entire departments,” Dr. Foyle says. “Preparing for residency interviews takes much more time because it's crucial to find the right fit for a 3-year program.”
Once applications are finished, final rankings must be completed by mid-February. The long-awaited Match results are released on the first Monday in March, allowing applicants to see their placements.
“We’re incredibly proud of our graduates and their accomplishments," says Dr. Little. “Their success is a reflection of the bright future of veterinary medicine.”
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