What is the educational path for a Veterinarian?

• A. Two years of college.
• B. A bachelor’s degree in any field.
• C. Two years of veterinary technician school.
• D. Four years of college (B.S. degree + four years of veterinary school).

Answer: (D)

Becoming a veterinarian requires completing both undergraduate study and veterinary training. Start with earning a bachelor's degree, usually with pre-vet coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, and math. After that, complete four years of veterinary school to earn the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent. This two-stage path adds up to about eight years of post-secondary education and is the credentialed route to practice as a veterinarian. Shorter options like only two years of college or only veterinary technician training don’t provide the full education or licensure needed to become a veterinarian.