Veterinary schools in Maryland
Maryland has no AVMA-accredited veterinary college of its own. The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine is the in-state veterinary college for Maryland residents. The AVMA lists 39 accredited colleges in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Veterinary Medicine holds a letter of reasonable assurance from the AVMA, the step before accreditation; it is not yet accredited.
Veterinary colleges in Maryland
| College | Location | Degree | AVMA status |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Veterinary Medicine Not accredited yet: the letter lets the school recruit its first class, planned for 2027. | Princess Anne, Maryland | DVM | Letter of reasonable assurance |
Options for Maryland residents
The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine is the in-state veterinary college for Maryland residents. Each class reserves 30 seats for Maryland residents. Maryland's own new school, at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, holds a letter of reasonable assurance, which is not accreditation.
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.
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Vet tech programs take about two years and lead to the VTNE, not a DVM: vet tech schools in Maryland and online vet tech programs.
After graduation
Veterinarians in Maryland earned a median of $163,170 a year in May 2025 (BLS): veterinarian salary in Maryland.
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FAQ
Is there a vet school in Maryland?
No. Maryland 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 Maryland residents go to vet school?
The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine is the in-state veterinary college for Maryland residents. Each class reserves 30 seats for Maryland residents. Maryland's own new school, at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, holds a letter of reasonable assurance, which is not accreditation.
Sources
- AVMA: Accredited veterinary colleges
- AVMA COE: Accreditation actions, September 2026 (published October 27, 2026)
- AVMA COE: Accreditation actions, June 2026
- WICHE: PSEP application information by state
- AAVMC: VMCAS 2027 Applicant Guide
- ICVA: NAVLE
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