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How much does it cost to become a veterinarian? Vet school tuition?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Farm Animal | Horse | Female

how mush does it cost to become a vet in college

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on April 24th, 2017

Getting a veterinary medical degree in the United States requires an additional four years of education after college. The cost of vet school varies depending on a variety of factors including whether you are considered an "in-state" student, whether the school is public or private, etc. But on average, for most students, vet school ends up costing an average of $150,000 - 200,000 total. This would be in addition to whatever costs are accrued in college, prior to applying to vet school.

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