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If you’ve always wanted to care for animals, improve their health and make a difference in their lives, Ramapo’s Pre-Veterinary Medicine pathway can help you get there.
Whether your goal is to become a veterinarian, work with companion animals or pursue specialized veterinary medicine, you’ll build the scientific foundation and real-world preparation needed to become a competitive veterinary school applicant. Through close faculty mentorship and hands-on learning, you’ll graduate ready to take the next step toward a rewarding career in animal health.
No. Pre-Veterinary Medicine is an advising pathway that complements your major. Most students choose biology or biochemistry, but you may select another major while completing veterinary school prerequisites.
Graduates continue to veterinary school and pursue careers caring for companion animals, wildlife, zoo animals, and exotic species. Veterinarians also work in research, public health, conservation and biomedical sciences.
Veterinarians enjoy strong earning potential and a growing demand for their expertise.
Median Salary: $125,000+ per year
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook
Yes. Employment for veterinarians is projected to grow much faster than average, driven by increased demand for companion animal care, livestock health, wildlife conservation, and veterinary specialty services.
You’ll receive personalized advising, complete the science prerequisites required by veterinary schools, participate in research and leadership opportunities and benefit from faculty mentorship throughout the application process.
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