What Are The Top Veterinary Schools?

The top veterinary schools are generally determined through assessment surveys sent too deans, faculty and administrators. According to these assessments, there are several quality veterinary schools.

Cornell University

Cornell University is ranked as the number one veterinary school in the United States. Part of this university's excellence is based on the variety of careers a student can embark upon after graduation. There is general and specialized veterinary education, which can focus on veterinary practice, public health, research and animal health policy. The departments in this college include population medicine and diagnostic sciences, molecular medicine and biomedical sciences to name a few.

University of California Davis

Ranked second for an outstanding veterinary school is the University of California-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. In addition to being a top of the line been teaching school pioneered by veterinarians who trained at this school, it offers over 30 programs, including hematology and zoological medicine. Health discoveries such as Lyme Disease have been made here.

Colorado State University

Colorado State University's College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is tied for the ranking of number three. CSU has many unique programs, from equine orthopedic research to summer research programs. The largest Animal Cancer Center in the world is also located here. Students have the option of receiving a dual degree with a Masters in public health and business administration.

North Carolina State Univeresity

Also tied for the number 3 ranking, is the North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. Companion Animal Medicine, Food Supply Medicine, Biomedical Research, Ecosystem Health, Equine Medicine and Animal Welfare are the main areas of study at CVM, along with with other specializations. CVM also boasts top of the line technology.

Among the other top veterinary schools are Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Michigan State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine and the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. Whichever school you want to attend, research each one carefully and choose one that has the programs and specialties that appeal to you.

Rresearch each school and choose one that has the programs that appeal to you

by Alexis Nyx, Education writer