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Our Program 

Our veterinary medicine program is thoughtfully structured to guide students through a comprehensive learning journey. The first and second years focus on building a solid foundation in the basic sciences, equipping students with essential knowledge. In the third year, students transition to applying this foundation, delving into clinical reasoning and mastering the diagnosis and treatment of both common and unique conditions across various species.
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Pre-Clinical Year

Our veterinary medicine program is thoughtfully structured to guide students through a comprehensive learning journey. The first and second years focus on building a solid foundation in the basic sciences, equipping students with essential knowledge. In the third year, students transition to applying this foundation, delving into clinical reasoning and mastering the diagnosis and treatment of both common and unique conditions across various species.

Clinical Year 

Year four of the program provides students clinical experiences through core and elective clinical rotations. These rotations take place in our Veterinary Teaching Hospital and extended facilities as well as through externships throughout the country and the world.

Accommodations

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) offers academic support services to students. Students are required to contact SAS by July 15 before they can receive services at Oklahoma State University.

Student Accessibility Services

Campus Parking

Students may purchase a parking permit after August 1 through the online parking portal. Veterinary students typically purchase a silver commuter permit to park in Lot 78. Visit the Campus Parking Services website to purchase a permit and view an OSU parking map.

Parking and Transportation Services

CVM Counseling

The Oklahoma State University considers professional and personal wellness an important priority. Vet Med Counseling Services has onsite, registered mental health counseling and is here to help support students in any way possible while earning their degree.

Counseling

Health Insurance

For students seeking health insurance, OSU offers student health insurance plans through United Health Care. You may also contact the AVMA Representative, John Howell, for affordable health care insurance options with AVMA Life at jwhowell@ft.newyorklife.com or 405-372-3000.

OSU Student Health Plans

Tuition and Fees

Tuition rates for the 2023-2024 school year will be finalized and posted to the OSU Bursar website by early July.
Students will receive an email detailing tuition and course specific fees at a later date.

Vet Med Tuition and Fees

Financial Aid

Students needing financial assistance must complete the FAFSA immediately. Once complete, you may contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid at finaid@okstate.edu or 405-744-6604.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Health Professions Loan

This loan is for students in the College of Veterinary Medicine. These funds can be used for educationally-related costs, including, but not limited to, general enrollment fees, tuition, room/board and books. 

Health Professions Loan Program
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