The Combined DVM-PhD program pathway seeks to integrate the most rigorous basic scientific and clinical training so that the graduates will be at the forefront of biomedical science and the veterinary profession in academic research, medicine and teaching; government service and public health; or the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry. Cornell DVM students entering their Year 1 or 2 of the DVM Program are eligible to apply to the Combined DVM-PhD program pathway. During the PhD program, the research mentor provides stipend support and pays the graduate tuition. As a DVM student, you will receive financial support equivalent to the costs of your DVM tuition over the length of your DVM program, provided you complete both the Ph.D. and DVM degree programs.