Are you an animal-loving teen who wants to make a difference?

Consider the teens program at the Anit-Cruelty Society.

Are you interested in pursuing a career in public service?

For a unique educational experience for outstanding high school students, consider the United States Senate Youth Program.

The Anti-Cruelty Society, in partnership with The University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, offers an exciting program for high school students with a serious interest in veterinary medicine or animal science related careers. The Veterinary Mentoring Program is an academic program that introduces students to the many areas of science that they will encounter in veterinary school. Students attend seminars one Saturday a month at which they explore various topics and learn how clinical science is used to diagnosis and treat injury and disease in animals. They also become exposed to what college level course work will be like.

Students must meet the following qualifications:

• Students must be enrolled in 10th through 12th grade and have completed at least one biology course.
• Students must have at least a 3.00 overall grade point average verified by a teacher or guidance counselor (or equivalent if using a different grading scale).
• Students must have a serious interest in pursuing a career in veterinary medicine or animal related sciences and a proven aptitude for science.
• Students must be able to attend a two hour seminar one Saturday per month at The Anti-Cruelty Society.

To learn more about this program, click here.