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Veterinary schools in Maine

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

Maine has no AVMA-accredited veterinary college of its own. We found no state program that reserves seats or lowers tuition for residents. Maine residents apply to out-of-state colleges as non-residents. The AVMA lists 39 accredited colleges in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Options for Maine residents

We found no state program that reserves seats or lowers tuition for residents. Maine residents apply to out-of-state colleges as non-residents. The Finance Authority of Maine offers the Maine Veterinary Medicine Loan, a competitive, need-based loan that can be partly forgiven for years of eligible practice in Maine.

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 Maine and online vet tech programs.

After graduation

Veterinarians in Maine earned a median of $130,600 a year in May 2025 (BLS): veterinarian salary in Maine.

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FAQ

Is there a vet school in Maine?

No. Maine 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 Maine residents go to vet school?

We found no state program that reserves seats or lowers tuition for residents. Maine residents apply to out-of-state colleges as non-residents. The Finance Authority of Maine offers the Maine Veterinary Medicine Loan, a competitive, need-based loan that can be partly forgiven for years of eligible practice in Maine.

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