Jacksonville Veterinary Schools & Programs The University of Florida in Gainesville is the sole veterinary school in Florida, and it offers a bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine, as well as a MS (Master of Science) degree and a PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) degree in fields related to veterinary medicine. Only 157 miles from Jacksonville is Florida State University in Tallahassee, which offers a pre-veterinary program where students can take primary veterinary courses then test to get into the University of Florida. Before heading straight to vet school, you might want to consider one of the many Jacksonville colleges that offer associates and bachelors degrees in related fields like medical assistant or biology/animal sciences. Some Jacksonville colleges and universities include: the University of North Florida Edward Waters College and Concorde Career Institute.

Veterinary Schools, Programs & Courses in Jacksonville
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.
Harrington College of Design Brown College Argosy University American Intercontinental University Kaplan University Le Cordon Bleu Schools International Academy of Design & Technology Argosy University Audubon Expedition Institute Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography The Art Institutes The Art Institutes Sanford Brown Institute Harrington College of Design University of Phoenix Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography Argosy University DeVry University Vet Tech Institute The Art Institutes The Art Institute Online

Why Jacksonville is a Great Place to Study Veterinary
Home to the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve and the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Jacksonville is an ideal place for students looking to pursue either veterinary or veterinary technician careers. The city provides a number of private practice outlets to pursue a veterinarian or veterinarian technician career, including the Riverside Animal Hospital, the Mandarin Veterinary Clinic, and the Oceanway Veterinarian Hospital.

Other Resources for Veterinary Education and Careers in Jacksonville
  • Florida Veterinary Medical Association
  • Florida Veterinary Technician Association
  • World Small Animal Veterinary Association
  • Veterinary - Employers in Jacksonville
  • The American Zoo and Aquarium Association
  • North Florida Veterinary Dentistry
  • North Florida Veterinary Specialists
  • Mayo Clinic/St. Luke's Hospital

  • Veterinary - Internship Opportunities in Jacksonville
  • American Association of Veterinary Clinicians
  • Florida Veterinary Specialists
  • Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc.
  • Jacksonville Humane Society
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