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Veterinary schools in Rhode Island

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

Rhode Island has no AVMA-accredited veterinary college of its own. We found no state program that reserves seats or lowers tuition for residents. Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island residents

We found no state program that reserves seats or lowers tuition for residents. Rhode Island residents apply to out-of-state colleges as non-residents. The nearest is Tufts University in Massachusetts.

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 Rhode Island and online vet tech programs.

After graduation

Veterinarians in Rhode Island earned a median of $126,570 a year in May 2025 (BLS): veterinarian salary in Rhode Island.

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FAQ

Is there a vet school in Rhode Island?

No. Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island residents go to vet school?

We found no state program that reserves seats or lowers tuition for residents. Rhode Island residents apply to out-of-state colleges as non-residents. The nearest is Tufts University in Massachusetts.

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