Veterinary schools in Pennsylvania

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

Pennsylvania has 1 AVMA-accredited veterinary college: University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in Philadelphia. The AVMA lists 39 accredited colleges in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, checked November 5, 2026.

Veterinary colleges in Pennsylvania

College	Location	Degree	AVMA status
University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine Awards the VMD, which is equivalent to the DVM.	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	VMD	Accredited

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 Pennsylvania and online vet tech programs.

After graduation

Veterinarians in Pennsylvania earned a median of $133,520 a year in May 2025 (BLS): veterinarian salary in Pennsylvania.

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FAQ

Is there a vet school in Pennsylvania?

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 Pennsylvania residents go to vet school?

Any accredited college that admits non-residents, usually through the VMCAS application.

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