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pre-veterinary medicine

Complete the necessary coursework to prepare you for entry into veterinary school through the pre-veterinary medicine path.

At UHSP, you’ll benefit from coursework that is taught through the lens of health care from your very first class giving you a unique perspective and set of skills to carry forward into veterinary school and beyond.

Biology with a lab (8 credit hours), could include Genetics and/or

Microbiology

General Chemistry with a lab (8 credit hours)

Organic Chemistry with a lab (8 credit hours)

Physics with labs (8 credit hours)

Statistics

English (6 credit hours)

 

UHSP students interacting with pet therapy dogs on the quad.

Veterinary Medicine At a Glance

The field of veterinary medicine offers a rewarding career focused on the health and care of animals. Prepare for a future in diagnosing, treating and researching medical conditions of diseases of diverse patients, including pets, livestock and exotic animals.

TOP 10

HIGHEST PAYING JOBS

Listed in the top 10 of highest paying health care occupations

(BLS, 2021)

19%

PROFESSION GROWTH

Profession expected to grow a staggering 19% through 2030

(BLS, 2021)

#11

BEST JOBS

Listed in the top of U.S. News & World Report’s “100 Best Jobs” list

(2023)

$100,370

MEDIAN SALARY

(BLS, 2021)

Your Pre-Vet Journey Starts Here

Many of our undergraduate programs can be adapted to meet the necessary prerequisites for most veterinary programs. 

  • Undergraduate

    Biomedical Sciences

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    Undergraduate

    Biomedical Sciences

    The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences program prepares students for futures in a changing world by giving them a strong academic foundation in the sciences as well as the skills required to be successful in a wide variety of health professions careers.

  • Undergraduate

    Pharmaceutical Sciences

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    Undergraduate

    Pharmaceutical Sciences

    The Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences is designed for students to gain a strong foundation in the basic sciences and liberal arts.

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