Pre-Veterinary Program

Why Complete the Pre-Veterinary Program at Indiana State?

If your educational and career goals include attending veterinary school to become a veterinarian, then Indiana State’s Pre-Veterinary Program is a great first step.

Take the First Step Toward Success

Upon admission to Indiana State, you will be assigned a pre-professional advisor who will help you develop a strategy for completing prerequisites, identifying an appropriate departmental major (degree program), and navigating the veterinary school application process.

During your second or third semester, you will select a degree program. A faculty advisor is then assigned to help you develop a plan to meet the degree requirements for that major.

Note: This program is not designed for students interested in veterinary technician programs.

A female student with red hair pulled back in a ponytail is wearing a white lab coat with a blue T-shirt underneath. She is seated and is looking into a microscope while holding tweezers. Glass windows with shades pulled down are visible behind her.

What You’ll Learn in the Pre-Veterinary Program

Transfer Credit

Indiana State University accepts credit from regionally accredited colleges and universities within the United States, and from selected schools located outside the United States. Credit also may be granted for military training and experience. Previously earned college credit can be applied toward completion of the program per Indiana State's transfer guidelines.

Transfer Guidelines

Career Possibilities for Veterinarians

For information, visit the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of veterinarians is projected to grow 19 percent from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations. The median annual wage for veterinarians was $100,370 in May 2021.

Watch Video

Maximize Your Experience at Indiana State

Explore our Honors College to learn how you can maximize your college experience with faculty mentors, undergraduate research, internships, and Honors housing. Students in the Honors College also enjoy opportunities to travel across the nation and abroad for conferences, service-learning trips, and immersive academic and cultural studies.

Learn About the Honors College