Veterinary schools in Nevada

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

Nevada has no AVMA-accredited veterinary college of its own. Nevada funds veterinary students through the WICHE Professional Student Exchange Program. The AVMA lists 39 accredited colleges in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

Options for Nevada residents

Nevada funds veterinary students through the WICHE Professional Student Exchange Program. WICHE reports that all four Nevada veterinary slots for 2026-2027 are filled and that applications for 2027-2028 open January 11, 2027 (Nevada WICHE office). Graduates must return to practice in Nevada.

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 Nevada and online vet tech programs.

After graduation

Veterinarians in Nevada earned a median of $125,550 a year in May 2025 (BLS): veterinarian salary in Nevada.

Open veterinarian jobs.

FAQ

Is there a vet school in Nevada?

No. Nevada 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 Nevada residents go to vet school?

Nevada funds veterinary students through the WICHE Professional Student Exchange Program. WICHE reports that all four Nevada veterinary slots for 2026-2027 are filled and that applications for 2027-2028 open January 11, 2027 (Nevada WICHE office). Graduates must return to practice in Nevada.

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