Veterinary Technology
FVSU’s veterinary technology program is designed to give students a broad-based background in basic sciences as well as veterinary disciplines that will enable them to be successful in veterinary school or employed as veterinary technicians.
Develop Skills to Help Big and Small Friends
Georgia's only 4-year veterinary technology program helps students become highly knowledgeable in the use of equipment, computers, devices, and software applications in the care of animals.
With a major in veterinary technology, graduates of FVSU's AVMA-accredited program are eligible to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam. Students working toward this degree will complete the core curriculum designed for all bachelor's degrees and also take professional courses in veterinary science.
Degree Offered
Bachelor of Science with a major in veterinary technology.
Career Opportunities
- Private Practice
- Biomedical research
- Military Service
- Food Safety Inspection
- Academia
- Diagnostic Lab Jobs
- Vet Supply Sales
- Drug & Feed Company Service & Sales
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the university high school students must have a GPA of 2.25 as well as an SAT score of 430 on Critical Thinking/Verbal and 400 on Math or an ACT score of 17 on English and 17 on Math.
VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Examination) Scores January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2025
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
| First-time takers within 1 year of graduation passing VTNE | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| Number of first-time takers that took the VTNE within 1 year of graduating | 8 | 11 | 5 |
| VTNE pass percentage | 50% | 27.30% | 60% |
| Graduation Rate | 70% | ||
| Job placement rate | 80% |