Veterinary science professionals perform a range of functions in a medical setting to evaluate, treat, and observe different species of animals that are seeking healthcare or conducting annual check-ups. Students interested in pursuing this degree often get their bachelor’s before applying to a graduate program with a required residency at an animal hospital or private practice.
Given the size of the state, Ohio has 2,000-7,000 practicing veterinarians that receive competitive compensation that can exceed $100,000 annually. Students that choose to pursue this career must be observant, communicative, and maintain a positive bedside manner with the animals they care for and their owners.
Students can earn their bachelor’s degree in-person or online, though most programs require in-person lab time face-to-face interactions with patients to prepare them for their future roles. For students interested in pursuing a bachelor’s program in-state, they have plenty of highly respected schools to choose from.
Ohio State University-Main Campus offers 3 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a large city. In 2022, 181 Veterinary Science students graduated with students earning 166 Doctoral degrees, and 15 Master's degrees.
The University of Findlay offers 1 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a faraway town. In 2022, 50 Veterinary Science students graduated with students earning 50 Bachelor's degrees.
Otterbein University offers 2 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2022, 9 Veterinary Science students graduated with students earning 9 Bachelor's degrees.
Sinclair Community College offers 2 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2022, 18 Veterinary Science students graduated with students earning 18 Associate's degrees.
Kent State University at Kent offers 3 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a large suburb.
Columbus State Community College offers 1 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a very large, public, two-year college in a large city. In 2022, 69 Veterinary Science students graduated with students earning 69 Associate's degrees.
University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College offers 1 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2022, 24 Veterinary Science students graduated with students earning 24 Associate's degrees.
Kent State University at Tuscarawas offers 1 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a small, public, four-year university in a faraway town. In 2022, 31 Veterinary Science students graduated with students earning 31 Associate's degrees.
Cuyahoga Community College District offers 1 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a large, public, two-year college in a large city. In 2022, 13 Veterinary Science students graduated with students earning 13 Associate's degrees.
Miami Valley Career Technology Center offers 1 Veterinary Science degree programs. It's a very small, public, less than two-year school in a large suburb.
School | Average Tuition | Student Teacher Ratio | Enrolled Students | |
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Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH | 26 : 1 | 60,540 | |
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The University of Findlay Findlay, OH | 23 : 1 | 4,869 | |
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Otterbein University Westerville, OH | 18 : 1 | 2,458 | |
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Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH | 56 : 1 | 17,591 | |
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Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH | 27 : 1 | 25,854 |