BSc in Biology - Pre Veterinary in Ames United States | Iowa State University

Iowa State University | Ames United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 29,268
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Veterinarians offer medical care for animals, ranging from pets and farm animals to wildlife and zoo species. They develop expertise in areas like microbiology, pathology, physiology, pharmacology, and surgical procedures. While many work in private practice, veterinary training can also open doors to roles in animal research, public health, food safety regulation, and academic instruction.

To practice veterinary medicine, professionals must complete specialized education and obtain licensure, typically by earning a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree. Admission criteria vary among U.S. veterinary schools, and prospective students should consult the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges website for program details and application guidance. Some DVM programs provide opportunities to pursue dual degrees, combining veterinary studies with a master's in science (DVM/MS), public health (DVM/MPH), or a Ph.D. (DVM/Ph.D.).


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Freshman applicants should upload copies of their official high school academic records. Transfer applicants should upload copies of official academic records from all colleges or universities attended. Transfers who have been at a college/university for less than one year of full-time study should also upload their official high school records.
If you are currently attending or have attended a post-secondary institution, you must list it on the application, regardless of whether you want it to be used in our admission or transfer credit decisions.

IELTS - Overall score of 6.0 with a minimum band score of 5.5
Internet-Based TOEFL (IBT) -Score of 71 with a minimum score of 17 in both the Writing and Speaking sections
Paper-Based TOEFL (PBT) - Score of 530

Tuition USD 29,268

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