BSc in Animal and Veterinary Sciences in Orono United States | University of Maine

The Bachelor of Science in Animal and Veterinary Sciences (AVS) equips students for veterinary or graduate school admission, secondary school science teaching roles, agricultural technical sales positions, animal research careers, or establishing livestock operations like dairy, equine, or cattle farms. Approximately 20% of AVS graduates enter veterinary or medical programs, with our program's strong acceptance rates demonstrating its excellence. Students can choose between the core Animal Sciences track or specialize in Equine Sciences or Pre-Veterinary Sciences. The Pre-Veterinary concentration incorporates coursework meeting North American veterinary school prerequisites. A key feature of the AVS program is mandatory practical experience with commercially significant domestic animals. At the J.F. Witter Teaching and Research Center, AVS students gain extensive hands-on training in managing dairy cows, sheep, and standardbred horses. We view this experiential education as essential, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world farming challenges.