Program Overview

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Pre-Veterinary Medicine

The Pre-Veterinary Medicine program at Montana State University is designed to provide students with a foundation of understanding to prepare for a future in veterinary medicine. This program is not a major from which students will graduate, but rather an advising program that helps prepare students for making the next step in their veterinary careers.

Program Overview

For students who are interested in preparing for a career in the veterinary field, the Pre-Veterinary Medicine program encourages students to explore and prepare for academic majors that translate to admission into schools of veterinary medicine.

Competitive Edge

Montana State pre-vet students are academically very well qualified and sought after among the regional veterinary schools.

University Resources

The university offers various resources, including the 400-acre Bozeman Area Research & Teaching (BART) Farm, which is less than one mile from campus. Additionally, Montana State students make Montana, including nearby Yellowstone National Park, their classroom, laboratory, and playground.

Career Resources

Within their first year of graduation, more than 96% of Montana State graduates are employed, continuing their education, or not seeking employment. The university's career guidance services help students with career exploration, employer networking opportunities, and job or internship searches.

Career Coaching & Professional Skills Studio

Professional career coaches help students with their career exploration, employer networking opportunities, and job or internship searches. They also critique resumes and help students practice job interviews. The Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success offers free workshops for students to develop the professional communication and collaboration skills that are highly sought after by employers.

Careers

Pre-Veterinary Medicine students at Montana State University go into careers such as:

• Veterinary Medicine
• Veterinary Technician

Related Fields of Study

Students may also be interested in the following fields of study:

• Animal Science (B.S.)
• MicrobiologyPre-Veterinary Track (Option Within Microbiology, B.S.)
• Animal Systems (Option Within Biotechnology, B.S.)