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The Veterinary Sciences graduate program provides high-quality research training to help graduates discover and improve ways to benefit the health and well being of companion and food animals and wildlife. 

The PhD program prepares independent basic and applied scientists for successful careers in academia, industry, or government. The MS program instills technical competencies to promote research and medical practice careers. Students choose from four areas of scientific investigation.

  • Infectious and zoonotic disease
  • Population medicine
  • Small and large animal clinical science
  • Ecosystem health

Prospective students interested in the VMED program have the opportunity to connect with our extensive faculty that are experts in various research fields. Those interested in practicing veterinary sciences in a clinical setting should refer to the  DVM program .

Application criteria

Applicants interested in the VMED graduate program should review the following preferred performance standards:

  • A minimum grade performance average (GPA) of 3.25 (on a four-point scale); 
  • Laboratory experience is strongly preferred but not required;
  • DVM or equivalent degree preferred, but not necessary;
  • GRE test scores are not required to apply.

International applicants 

Prospective students whose native language is not English will be considered if they have received the following minimal scores obtained within the past two (2) years of the graduate program start date from one of the following English proficiency examinations:

  • TOEFL: total score of 79; reading subscore of 19; and writing subscore of 21
  • IELTS: total score of 6.5, reading subscore of 6.5, writing subscore of 6.5

Note: Review the Graduate School's English Language Proficiency page to review other acceptable tests to demonstrate language proficiency.

What to expect

Tuition, fees and funding.

  • First year : The VMED graduate program supports incoming PhD students during their first academic year with a Research Assistantship position, which includes a $29,000 annual stipend, tuition waiver, and healthcare benefits.
  • Subsequent years : Faculty advisors provide financial support. After successfully passing preliminary exams given during the second year of a PhD program and if the student is paid at the base stipend level, students are eligible for a $1,000 increase. 
  • MS students must identify a faculty advisor who will provide financial support during their training.
  • A number of grants and fellowships are also available. Interested students should consult the U of M Graduate School and the college’s graduate program grant and fellowship opportunities.
  • Additional information on tuition and fees are detailed on the U of M OneStop .

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Meet the Veterinary Sciences faculty

Our faculty will help to provide you with individualized training to gain new knowledge in the understanding of comparative aspects of biology and pathology across animal species, animal models of human disease, and animal diseases and populations. Our faculty conduct research in infectious and zoonotic diseases, the development of novel treatments for cancer and other diseases, genetic research and therapies, virology and bacteriology, population medicine, and ecosystem and wildlife health.

Meet our Veterinary Sciences graduate students

MS and PhD students in the Veterinary Sciences graduate program are engaged in research related to animal and human health and welfare, as well as ecosystem health. Our students study infectious and zoonotic diseases, the development of novel treatments for cancer and other diseases, genetic research and therapies, virology and bacteriology, population medicine, and ecosystem and wildlife health, among other areas of research.

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Need additional information or advice?

Interested students should contact Dr. Ned Patterson , Veterinary Sciences Director of Graduate Studies, or Dr. Sandra Godden , Interim Associate Dean of Graduate Programs.

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The VMD-PhD Program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, established in 1969, aims to train exceptional veterinarian-scientists for groundbreaking contributions to science and medicine. The program has expanded significantly in the last decade through our commitment to his mindset. For further details, contact us at  [email protected] .

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The Cornell University Biomedical and Biological Sciences (BBS) PhD Program is an interdisciplinary umbrella program housed within the College of Veterinary Medicine offering high-level basic and biomedical research training, a flexible curriculum, and clinical or translational research opportunities.

With publications in such front-line journals as Nature and Science , externally-sponsored grant and contract support of nearly $36 million in 2020, and prestigious fellowships from national health and science organizations, the exceptional BBS faculty have established one of the premier health and medical research institutions in the country.

During the first year, PhD students rotate in three labs to get a range of research experiences and to select a faculty mentor who is willing to accept the student into their lab and provide funding for the duration of the research project. BBS students are able to create their own research programs and choose from among the more than 1000 graduate faculty members across the University to serve on their Special Committees. 

All first year BBS students will take an introductory courses which covers key areas including: grant writing, public presentations, design of experiments, interpretation of data, and literature analysis.

When you apply you will choose a  concentration  that most interests you:

Immunology and infectious disease, molecular and cellular medicine, population medicine and epidemiology, translational medicine, zoology and wildlife conservation.

The BBS Program is committed to enhancing our culture by providing full participation of all members of our community. Currently, 25% of our current PhD students identify with an underrepresented minority ethnicity, while 34% of our PhD students are international.  BBS fosters a nurturing, student-centered community of scholars that is accessible, engaging and committed to insuring that all our graduate students reach their full potential in research, teaching and professional development.

Our BBS Graduate Student Council members are available to help answer your questions about graduate student life in the BBS Program at Cornell. Feel free to connect with them today!

All students admitted to the BBS Program will be funded for the duration of their program (contingent upon satisfactory performance).  Funding covers tuition, health insurance and stipend. An application to the BBS program is considered an application for funding. For 2023-24, students received a stipend of $43,326/year.

Applications are reviewed starting in December, and all admissions decisions are made by mid-February.  Admissions decisions are based on the quality of the student’s prior academic and/or professional career, the fit of his/her research interests with funded faculty our program, and the admissions committee’s assessment of the student’s ability to successfully complete doctoral level work.

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Veterinary Medicine is the study of preventing, diagnosing, and treating illnesses that affect domestic and wild animals. It also focuses on human health by avoiding the transmission of animal diseases — especially from pets and food-producing animals — to people.

Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Science allows students to choose from different subdisciplines: Veterinary Toxicology, Poultry Veterinary, Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia, Veterinary Nutrition, Veterinary Radiology, Veterinary Surgery, and others.

A typical Veterinary Medicine curriculum includes subjects like Animal Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Health and Disease, Body Systems, Animal Nutrition, Infectious Diseases, Functional Histology, Vet Parasitology, Vet Lab Sciences, etc.

People who study Veterinary Medicine have a deep love and appreciation for animals. Vet students understand that these beings — small or large — have feelings, can experience pain, and suffer tremendously from diseases or abuse. By choosing to become a vet, you can relieve their pain, look after their wellbeing, and make the world a little better one animal patient at a time.

Veterinary Medicine graduates can become researchers focused on developing treatments and medicines for animals or practitioners who are known as veterinary physicians or vets. Career prospects are wide in the field and range from science teachers, marine biologists, park managers, zoo animal care specialists, to veterinary pathologists or animal assisted therapists.

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MS or PhD in Biomedical Sciences – Veterinary Clinical and Translational Sciences

The PhD in Biomedical Sciences – Veterinary Clinical and Translational Sciences offers advanced studies in biomedical science and applied medical research. Our program promotes high standards of scholarly creativity, proficiency in a clinical discipline and professional service, experience in teaching, and independent and critical research. Graduates from our program are highly competitive for positions in veterinary practice, academia, industry, and government.

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  • Orthopedics and sports medicine
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  • Pharmacology and pharmacogenomics
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Tuition and financial resources

  • PhD students in good standing are supported by a competitive annual stipend, health insurance, and tuition waivers. Stipends come with expectations of assisting in research or teaching.
  • Scholarships are available through the  WSU Graduate School and the College of Veterinary Medicine. If you’re a current graduate student, log in to the college’s internal web to see available scholarships.
  • Students can also receive supplemental support from graduate scholarships and achievement awards, such as the  Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS) Foundation or  WSU Research Assistantships for Diverse Scholars .
  • Visit  Student Financial Services for more information about financial aid and scholarships.
  • For financial planning, see an estimated annual cost of attendance .

About the department

The Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences offers innovative education programs for professional veterinary medical students and post-DVM residents and interns. Train alongside board-certified practitioners in the WSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital , where we strive to improve the health and well-being of all animals and find innovative ways to diagnose and treat disease.

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A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Veterinary Science helps you demonstrate academic leadership, increasing independence, creativity and innovation in your research work.

Make a significant and unique contribution

Write an 80,000 words thesis under academic supervision, which examines a specific problem, issue or topic. You’ll make a significant and original contribution to an existing area of knowledge in your field of study.

Specialise in a key research area

Unearth groundbreaking study in areas including: veterinary biosciences; animal sciences - health and welfare; and infectious diseases - public health and biosecurity .

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While researching for your thesis, you will be able to access specialist support for graduate research degree students, including: lectures and seminars, writing boot camps and workshops.

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The Department of Veterinary Medicine houses a wide range of skilled staff, facilities and equipment, and has a wide clinical patient group to support students' research.  It also has strong ties with world class groups elsewhere in the University and its surrounding Research Institutes. 

We have particular  Research  strengths in   Disease Dynamics ,  Infection and Immunity ,   Systems Pathology . There is a wide range of potential research subjects on offer: from mathematical studies to small and macromolecules, cells, tissues and model organisms to clinical patients.

The PhD degree by research is carried out over a minimum of three and a maximum of four years full time (five to seven years part-time), including a probationary period of one year.  Each student is assigned a primary supervisor who will then assign an advisor or supervisory team to assist the student under their supervision.

Many research projects are carried out primarily within the Department, but part of your studies may occur elsewhere or even abroad.  Depending on the funder, some courses include lab rotations in the first year.  All students are expected to take part in the Postgraduate School of Life Science’s  Researcher Development Programme .

At the end of their first year of study, students are required to complete a satisfactory first-year report and assessment.  A short report is also expected at the end of the second year and students are expected to participate in Departmental events such as Seminars, Journal clubs and Research Days. Final Examination is by submission and viva voce examination of a thesis.

Continuation to the PhD from MPhil is possible although it is not automatic.  All cases are judged on their own merits based on a number of factors including evidence of progress and research potential; a sound research proposal; the availability of a suitable supervisor, full funding and resources required for the research; and acceptance by the Head of Department and the Degree Committee.

The Postgraduate Virtual Open Day usually takes place at the end of October. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions to admissions staff and academics, explore the Colleges virtually, and to find out more about courses, the application process and funding opportunities. Visit the  Postgraduate Open Day  page for more details.

See further the  Postgraduate Admissions Events  pages for other events relating to Postgraduate study, including study fairs, visits and international events.

We also welcome visits by interested candidates throughout the year: please contact potential supervisors to discuss a visit (see https://www.vet.cam.ac.uk/study/postgrad/apply to find out how to make contact).

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What Is the Difference Between a PhD in Veterinary Science & a DVM?

The Advantages of a Ph.D. in Biotechnology

The Advantages of a Ph.D. in Biotechnology

Have you ever wondered why your cat sneezes? Do you want to understand what is in the vaccine that your dog gets yearly? When you’ve heard news stories about advances in food science that involve animals, do you try to figure out what those actually are, and if they’re safe? If you have an interest in the health and welfare of animals, then a future in animal science may be right for you. Several advanced degree options can lead to exciting and fulfilling careers.

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

By learning how to interpret X-rays during a radiology class or rotation, veterinarians can properly evaluate, diagnose, and treat problems in their patients.

The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree prepares you for clinical practice, working directly with clients and their animals. Upon completion of your undergraduate degree, the DVM typically takes an additional four years. The first three years focus on coursework, laboratory skills and observations in preparation for the fourth year in which you will learn hands-on in a clinical setting. You will learn about a wide variety of scientific disciplines from a veterinary perspective and will also usually have the opportunity to choose from a number of sub-specialties, including surgery, nutrition and dentistry.

Ph.D. in Veterinary Science

Some species of butterflies are among the many animals that benefit from research efforts into different types of wildlife conservation.

A Ph.D. in veterinary science is a research-based degree, which will train and prepare you for a broad range of career choices in a variety of industries involved in animal sciences. The types of organisms you may study will depend on the specific school or program you choose. Opportunities for study include fields such as animal nutrition, agriculture, disease control, pathology, health, wildlife conservation efforts, food safety and animal behavior. The Ph.D. in veterinary science does not allow you to work with any animals in a clinical setting; rather, your research could potentially be used by veterinarians in their own practices.

Other Career Options

A DVM or Ph.D. in veterinary science can open doors to work experiences that you may have never considered. Some of these include employment with the United States Department of Agriculture, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nonprofit organizations such as animal rescues and shelters, the military and pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries. Many people who choose a career option outside of academia with their Ph.D. or outside of private practice with their DVM will often return to academic research or teaching later on in their career to share their experiences with new students. Many career options are very similar with both degrees; the main difference is the lack of ability to practice clinical veterinary medicine with a Ph.D.

Combined DVM-Ph.D. Programs

If you have an interest in animal science from both the research and clinical perspective, pursuing a dual-degree program may be right for you. These programs are extremely competitive and rigorous, only accepting a handful of applicants each academic year. The training provided will allow you to earn both the DVM and Ph.D. degrees, which can set you on a path to conduct excellent research into animal welfare that you can apply directly in your own animal practice. This is known as translational research and is one of the fastest-growing fields in the biological sciences.

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