A resident of Baltimore, MD, Rash burnished his vet school application with lots of hands-on training, original published research, and an internship with a practicing veterinarian.
HACKETTSTOWN, NJ, May 20, 2026—As a youngster, Michael Rash knew he wanted to work with animals someday. After first considering a career as a zookeeper, he decided to aim even higher and earn a degree in veterinary medicine. Since vet schools are highly competitive and have limited admission slots, Rash knew he’d need to attend an undergraduate university with excellent academics, hands-on training with animals, and opportunities for independent research.
“At a college fair, Centenary really stood out,” recalled Rash, a resident of Baltimore, Md. “While
most schools offer bachelor’s degrees in biology, Centenary has an animal health program that’s specifically for pre-vet students and a great track record for vet school acceptances. But the biggest thing that drew me to Centenary is its small size. You’re not just a number here. You can connect with other people, including faculty. You also get a lot of experience working directly with horses at the Equestrian Center. That doesn’t happen at larger universities.”…