Requirements and Curriculum

Note: This information reflects the 2007-08 course catalog.

Requirements

Overview

Preveterinary medicine is a program of interdisciplinary emphasis, not a major. Students interested in entering veterinary school typically major in the sciences as undergraduates, but they are free to declare virtually any major on campus, provided they complete the coursework to prepare for veterinary school admittance.

This sample curriculum represents coursework expected by many leading veterinary programs, including those at Iowa State University, the University of Illinois, the University of Minnesota, and the University of Wisconsin. Luther students may plan a preveterinary program that meets the requirements of any professional school.

General Chemistry
Social Science Electives
Mathematics
General Biology
Organic Chemistry
Microbiology
Physiology
General Physics
Biochemistry
Communication: Public Speaking
Internship with a Veterinarian
Biostatistics
Animal Behavior
Genetics
Analytical Chemistry