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Associate of Veterinary Technology

Colorado Mesa University

Grand Junction, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Associate

About the program

A two-year diploma accredited by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate concepts and methods in Veterinary Technology to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Two-year diploma combining classroom
Laboratory procedures. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Private veterinary clinics and hospitals
Corporate veterinary hospitals
Specialty and emergency practices
Animal shelters
Veterinary diagnostic laboratories
Zoos and wildlife organizations
Food-safety inspection
Veterinary sales
Practice management

Curriculum

Two-year diploma combining classroom
Laboratory and clinical work in an on-site veterinary clinic. Topics include anatomy and physiology
Laboratory procedures
Animal nursing
Anesthesia and surgical assisting
Imaging
Dentistry
Pharmacology and calculations
Emergencies
Nutrition and practice management
Ending with a six-week practicum. Graduates may write the VTNE.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completed or completing secondary school (first-time) with official English transcript
Transfer applicants with college credit follow the transfer checklist
Proof of funds for one year (I-20)

Accepted academic background

Completed or completing secondary school (first-time) with official English transcript; transfer applicants with college credit follow the transfer checklist; proof of funds for one year (I-20)

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 70 (4 on new 6-point scale)
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Passport Identification Page
Official Academic Transcripts
Secondary School Completion Evidence
Financial Support Evidence
English Proficiency Evidence if Required

How to apply

Review the program entry requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic transcripts and identification documents. Check required language scores and program prerequisites. Submit the international student application. Pay the applicable fee and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$23,460 USD
Application fee	$40 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	CMU Tech, Bishop Campus (Grand Junction)
Faculty or school	Academic program division requires confirmation.
Department	Department of Veterinary Technology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	82
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	International Student Merit Scholarship 4,500 USD per semester for 3.0 GPA (university-level)

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.