Portland offers a rich selection of educational programs for veterinary students. The Veterinary Technology Program at Portland Community College awards a two-year Associate of Applied Science degree that prepares students to handle diverse medical responsibilities at animal hospitals, research laboratories, zoos and other locations. Preparation for admission to a veterinary medical school involves careful consideration of undergraduate studies. The Pre-Veterinary Program at University of Portland fully satisfies the admission requirements to regional colleges of veterinary medicine.
The Pre-Medical Program at Concordia University also offers the required courses. Portland State University, a public institution, has degrees in Biology and Biochemistry. A general biology degree is also available at Reed College where advisors will help you choose courses that serve your career goals. Portland students can earn a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degreeat the Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine in Corvallis. The veterinary college has a Clinical Sciences department with two teaching hospitals, and a Biomedical Science department.
The Oregon Employment Department long-term employment projections in Portland's Multnomah County area predict faster than average growth for all animal health occupations from 2004 to 2014. Projected job growth for Portland area veterinarians through 2014 is 25.1%; 25.5% for veterinary technicians and technologists; and 22.9% for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers.
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Why Portland is a Great Place to Study Veterinary
Home to the Oregon Zoo with its collection of 1880 animals representing 270 species, Portland is full of opportunities in animal healthcare. According to the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association about 30 percent of the veterinarians in the state work in large or mixed animal practices. Portland is also a great place for companion animal vets and affiliated jobs. Each January thousands of dog lovers bring 3,500 plus dogs to Portland to compete in the Rose City Classics Dog Shows.
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Portland offers a rich selection of educational programs for veterinary students. The Veterinary Technology Program at Portland Community College awards a two-year Associate of Applied Science degree that prepares students to handle diverse medical responsibilities at animal hospitals, research laboratories, zoos and other locations. Preparation for admission to a veterinary medical school involves careful consideration of undergraduate studies. The Pre-Veterinary Program at University of Portland fully satisfies the admission requirements to regional colleges of veterinary medicine.
