Program Overview

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Applied Biological Sciences (Preveterinary Medicine), BS

The Bachelor of Science program in applied biological sciences with a concentration in preveterinary medicine prepares undergraduate students to pursue an advanced degree in veterinary medicine.

Program Description

The concentration curriculum emphasizes a solid foundation in biology, chemistry, physics, animal science, and mathematics while offering specialized courses in veterinary medicine and opportunities for placement in internships in the field.

At a Glance

• College/school: College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
• Location: Polytechnic or Online, ASU Local
• Second language requirement: No
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
• First required math course: MAT 210 - Brief Calculus or MAT 251 Calculus for Life Sciences
• Math intensity: Moderate

Curriculum

View 2025 - 2026 curriculum. View curriculum archives.

Concurrent Program Options

Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.

Accelerated Program Options

This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high-quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Change of Major Requirements

A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.

Attend Online

ASU Online offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year.

Transfer Options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

Global Opportunities

• Global experience: With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, preveterinary medicine students are able to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for graduates include entry into professional programs in veterinary medicine and animal health, such as:

• Animal biology research
• Domestic and wild animal care
• Education
• Small- and large-animal veterinary medicine
• Wildlife veterinary medicine

Example job titles and salaries:

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) - 9.1% growth, $45,980 median salary
• Dog Trainer - 5.1% growth, $38,750 median salary
• Fish and Wildlife Biologist - 1.6% growth, $72,860 median salary
• Laboratory Technologist - 1.7% growth, $61,890 median salary
• Veterinarian (Vet) - 9.6% growth, $125,510 median salary
• Zoologist - 5.8% growth, $79,120 median salary

STEM-OPT Extension

This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 24 months. This OPT work authorization period may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website. The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing a degree through ASU Online.