What Major and Classes do I need to become a Veterinarian?
Dr. Jasmine Shanelle・5 minutes read
It is recommended to major in pre-veterinary medicine, animal science, biology, or chemistry for vet school eligibility and complete specific science courses. Taking a courseload of 18 to 21 hours per semester is advised, along with checking the specific prerequisites of your desired veterinary school for competitiveness in the application process.
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- Majoring in pre-veterinary medicine, animal science, biology, or chemistry is recommended for vet school eligibility, with essential courses including biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, physics, math, and English. Additional animal-related classes like poultry or dairy can be beneficial.
- Maintaining a courseload of 18 to 21 hours per semester is advised to complete required classes in four years. Checking the specific prerequisites of your desired veterinary school is crucial for a competitive application, and visiting the school's website for detailed information on necessary courses can help avoid the need for expensive summer classes.
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Recent questions
What are recommended majors for vet school?
Biology, chemistry, pre-veterinary medicine, animal science.
How many hours per semester are recommended for vet school prerequisites?
18 to 21 hours.
What should I check before applying to a veterinary school?
Specific prerequisites of the school.
Where can I find information on required classes for vet school?
Veterinary school website.
Why is it recommended to complete necessary courses during undergrad?
Avoid costly and time-consuming summer classes.
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Key Steps for Vet School Preparation
- To be eligible for vet school, it is recommended to major in pre-veterinary medicine, animal science, biology, or chemistry. Completing biology, chemistry 1 & 2, organic chemistry 1 & 2, physics 1 & 2, math courses, and English is crucial. Taking animal-related classes like poultry or dairy is also beneficial.
- A courseload of 18 to 21 hours per semester is advised to cover the necessary classes within four years. Checking the specific prerequisites of the veterinary school you're interested in applying to is essential to ensure competitiveness in your application.
- Visiting the website of the veterinary school you're considering will provide detailed information on the required classes for application. Completing the necessary courses during your undergraduate years is recommended to avoid the need for costly and time-consuming summer classes.
