Veterinary schools in Kentucky

Last checked November 5, 2026 against the AVMA list of accredited colleges. Information only; confirm admissions details with each college.

Kentucky has no AVMA-accredited veterinary college of its own. Kentucky buys contract seats for residents at Auburn University in Alabama through its Veterinary Contract Spaces program, administered by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (Auburn: Kentucky Veterinary Contract Spaces Program). The AVMA lists 39 accredited colleges in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Options for Kentucky residents

Kentucky buys contract seats for residents at Auburn University in Alabama through its Veterinary Contract Spaces program, administered by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (Auburn: Kentucky Veterinary Contract Spaces Program). Ask KHEAA for the current number of seats.

All U.S. veterinary colleges

See the full list of 39 accredited colleges in the U.S. and Puerto Rico and how admission works in veterinary schools in the U.S.

Looking for vet tech school instead?

Vet tech programs take about two years and lead to the VTNE, not a DVM: vet tech schools in Kentucky and online vet tech programs.

After graduation

Veterinarians in Kentucky earned a median of $104,100 a year in May 2025 (BLS): veterinarian salary in Kentucky.

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FAQ

Is there a vet school in Kentucky?

No. Kentucky has no AVMA-accredited veterinary college as of November 5, 2026.

How long is vet school?

Four years for the DVM or VMD, after college prerequisites. Graduates then pass the NAVLE and apply for a state license.

Where do Kentucky residents go to vet school?

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