Coursework

Prerequisite coursework varies amongst programs; therefore, it is crucial to be aware of individual schools’ requirements.  For a comprehensive list, click here.

For a pre-veterinary medicine course planning guide, click here. Consider using our four-year planner to map out your coursework and extracurricular activities.

Mathematics

Most veterinary schools require math and/or statistics. We recommend that you take at least one math course and one course in statistics. Note that Math 112 is a pre-requisite for Chem 103.

The statistics course can be taken in your major department.

Chemistry

General Chemistry

Choose one of the following sequences:

• Chemistry 103-104
• Chemistry 109

Organic Chemistry

• Chem 343 Introductory Organic Chemistry
• Chem 345 Intermediate Organic Chemistry
• Chem 344 Introductory Organic Chemistry Lab

Biochemistry

Choose one of the following sequences:

• Biochemistry 501
• Biochemistry 507-508

Biological Sciences

General Biology

Choose one of the following sequences:

• Zoology 101-102 + Additional bioscience course (Options include: Genetics, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Immunology)
• Biology 151-152
• Biocore: Students must apply to enroll in Biocore. For more information, visit their website.
  • Biocore 381-382 Evolution, Ecology and Genetics lecture/lab
  • Biocore 383-384 Cellular Biology lecture/lab
  • Biocore 485-486 Organismal Biology lecture/lab
  • Biocore 587 Biological Interactions