The Bachelor in Veterinary Technology Program prepares students to become Veterinary Technologists. The program provides the future practitioner with the knowledge and specific skills necessary in the field of veterinary technology, and helps develop those skills necessary to successfully practice in the field. It is also expected that, through coordination with other programs, a significant contribution to animal disease prevention be made in benefit to the Puerto Rican society.

This is a four-year program in which students study the first two years at any accredited university and the last two years at the Medical Sciences Campus. Upon completion of all requirements, students receive the degree of Bachelor of Sciences in Veterinary Technology.

By means of innovative practices and an interdisciplinary approach, the program prepares veterinary technologists who have a genuine commitment to their profession. The graduate of the Veterinary Technology Program will demostrate the skills in the techniques required for maintaining the health of animals. As a veterinary technologist , the graduate of the the program will be prepared to play an important role in human health care by safeguarding food-producing animals and by controlling animal diseases that may affect humans.

In order to be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Two years of general courses and basic sciences are required as stated below. For specific courses within each subject, please contact the program.

English                  6 Semester Credit-Hours

Spanish                  6 Semester Credit-Hours

Social Sciences          6 Semester Credit-Hours

General Biology          6 Semester Credit-Hours

Organic Chemistry        8 Semester Credit-Hours

Pre-Calculus             4 Semester Credit-Hours

General Physics          8 Semester Credit-Hours

Statistics               3 Semester Credit-Hours

Electives                9 Semester Credit-Hours

General Chemistry        8 Semester Credit-Hours

Total                   64 Semester Credit-Hours

• Grade point average of at least 2.00 in all required courses.
• Obtain a grade point average of 2.00 in science and mathematics courses.
• Interview with faculty members.
• Fluency in Spanish and knowledge and comprehension of English.

Microbiology courses are recommended. Applicants must have completed the required 64 credits or finish the requirements during the summer preceding the beginning of the program.

In order to graduate, students must:

• Obtain a grade point average of at least 2.00 .
• Complete the program’s 130 credits-hours.
• Complete the degree within 5 years.