Program Type: Undergraduate
Degree Awarded: Pre-vet students typically obtain a B.S. in Biological Sciences (cellular/molecular/genetics track, ecology/evolution/organismal track, or general track) or Biochemistry, but any degree will work as long as the veterinary entry requirements are met.
View coursework and first-year plan.
If you’re passionate about science and animals and confident you want to pursue a veterinary career after completing your undergraduate work, get a head start with NKU’s College of Arts and Sciences. You’ll learn from and work directly with our highly-rated faculty in your chosen major while receiving personalized guidance from advisors who know the field and can help you fulfill all the pre-veterinary requirements for admission to veterinary school. Your education at NKU will help you gain the experience you need to succeed and make a difference as a veterinarian.
Richard Durtsche, Ph.D.
Professor
(859) 572-6637
durtsche@nku.edu
Helen Garber
"Earned a BVM&S Veterinary Medicine & Surgery (equivalent to DVM) from the University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom and is currently an Associate Veterinarian at Fort ...
Dr. Jennifer Quammen, DVM, MPH
"Self-care isn't selfish.” The veterinary profession struggles with constantly overworking which can result in decreased job satisfaction. The profession has a lot of highly driven ...
Brandon Heineke
"Chief Medical Officer at Heineke Veterinary Hospital, graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2016 ...
Dr. Katherine Bachman, DVM
"Katherine obtained her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from The Ohio State University in 2017. She underwent additional training following graduation, completing a yearlong rotating internship ...
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A variety of financial assistance is available, from grants to scholarships, loans to veteran benefits.
