Pre-Veterinary Medicine
January 8, 2025 2025-02-07 12:45Pre-Veterinary Medicine
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Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Build a foundation for veterinary school.
Pre-Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine
The pre-veterinary medicine program at the University of Lynchburg prepares students for veterinary school with a comprehensive curriculum in the sciences and extensive hands-on experience with animals.
Curriculum and Resources
- Core courses: BIOL 113, 114; CHEM 111, 112, 221, 222; PHYS 161, 162 or 141, 142; ENGL 123W
- Additional courses: Upper-level Biology electives, Independent Research Project
- Clinical and volunteer experience with animals
2024-25 Academic Year Information
Program requirements for the following can be found in the undergraduate catalog.
- Pre-Professional Program in Veterinary Medicine
What Jobs Can I Get With Pre-Veterinary Medicine?
Graduates typically continue their education in veterinary school to become veterinarians. Job titles include:
- Veterinarian: $93,000
- Veterinary Technician: $35,000
- Animal Nutritionist: $70,000
- Veterinary Pathologist: $95,000
- Wildlife Veterinarian: $85,000
- Equine Veterinarian: $80,000
- Zoo Veterinarian: $88,000
- Veterinary Surgeon: $110,000
- Veterinary Researcher: $90,000
- Veterinary Practice Manager: $70,000
Salary and job projections come from national averages in the Bureau of Labor Statistics and other sources, including Glassdoor, Indeed, and industry-specific posts and publications. The data is meant to provide you with an idea of career options and salary ranges, not as a guarantee of obtaining these positions after graduation. These represent national averages and may vary by source and time frame collected. Actual salaries vary by region. Some jobs may require additional training or graduate education.
Sara Bennett, PhD
Associate Professor of Finance, Program Director of the Master of Business Administration
