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Animal Science –
Pre-Vet Option
The University of Findlay Animal Science program is nationally recognized for its rigorous, hands-on curriculum.
Overview
About the Program
The Animal Science – Pre-Vet Studies program was built with input from veterinary schools to make sure students are ready — both in the classroom and with real animal experience — before applying to vet school.
University of Findlay is known for its hands-on approach, giving students access to top multi-species facilities where they work directly with animals under the guidance of Animal Science experts and licensed veterinarians from the very start of their first year. Our students arrive from all types of backgrounds — farm, suburban, and urban — and our graduates leave prepared for meaningful lives and productive careers.
Our strong academic curriculum combined with practical animal handling allows students to satisfy veterinary school prerequisites and provides a strong foundation in animal health, physiology, nutrition, genetics, and animal production. Pre-Vet students also have the opportunity to take a seminar course to assist them in the veterinary school application and interview process.
The Pre-Veterinary Medicine Option majors who gain early admission at the end of their junior year to a professional program of study, will be granted a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Findlay contingent upon having completed 102 hours, all CORE+ general education courses, and successful completion of the first year of veterinary school studies.
Learn more about our outstanding farm complexes and the Dr. C. Richard Beckett Animal Science Building – including a virtual tour!
Program
Highlights
First-time Vet School Acceptance
Rate of 80%
Partnership with The Ohio State University through the Large Animal Rural Veterinarian Mentorship Program
Partnership with Ross School of Veterinary Medicine Pathways Program
Animal Handling Opportunities Beginning Day One
Over 1,000 Farm Animals
Observing at Area Veterinary Clinics
Small Animal and Large Animal Medicine
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At a Glance
College
College of Sciences
Degree
Bachelor of Science in Animal Science
Format
On-Campus
Required credits
120+ Credits
Curriculum
Course Requirements
Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science must complete the following curriculum.
The Pre-Vet Studies Option curriculum consists of coverage of fundamental principles such as nutrition, breeding, and physiology in addition to pre-requisites common to all AVMA accredited veterinary schools. View the full curriculum in the University of Findlay Undergraduate Catalog.
on-campus
Animal Science Facilities
University of Findlay’s Animal Science Building and Pre-Veterinary Barn are located at the Western Farm, just seven miles south of campus. Built in 2009, the 31,000-square-foot Animal Science Building features modern labs and classrooms that support livestock programs, breeding, and research.
During your first two years, you’ll spend a lot of time at these facilities learning hands-on skills like animal handling, nutrition, restraint, and behavior — building a strong foundation in animal agriculture to prepare you for your future career.
opportunities
Clubs and Activities
There are many opportunities outside of the classroom to get involved, including:
- Pre-Vet club
- Collegiate Future Farmers of America
- Block & Bridle
- Beef Cattle Show Team
- Southdown Sheep Show Team
- Collegiate Farm Bureau
- 4 Paws for Ability
- Delta Tau Alpha (National Agriculture Honor Society)
- Academic Quadrathlons
- Partnership with Loop Abroad (Students can earn Animal Science credit for study abroad opportunities at a variety of locations)
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Accreditation
The College of Sciences is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).