Veterinary schools in Tennessee

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

Tennessee has 2 AVMA-accredited veterinary colleges: University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine in Knoxville; Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine in Harrogate. The AVMA lists 39 accredited colleges in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, checked November 5, 2026.

Veterinary colleges in Tennessee

College	Location	Degree	AVMA status
Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine	Harrogate, Tennessee	DVM	Accredited with minor deficiencies
University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine	Knoxville, Tennessee	DVM	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 Tennessee and online vet tech programs.

After graduation

Veterinarians in Tennessee earned a median of $124,350 a year in May 2025 (BLS): veterinarian salary in Tennessee.

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FAQ

Is there a vet school in Tennessee?

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 Tennessee residents go to vet school?

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

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