In the United States, veterinary school is typically a four-year degree program following certain prerequisite undergraduate level education. They can commonly range from 7 to 9 years: 3 to 5 years undergraduate plus 3 to 5 years of veterinary school. Most veterinary schools in the U.S. are 4 year programs.
After graduating from veterinary school, about 60% enter full-time employment. 30% of new graduates choose an additional year of general or specialty clinical training as interns. Some go on to pursue 2 to 5 years of additional residency training leading to board certification and practice within a wide variety of medical or surgical specialties, such as neurology, cardiology, dermatology, orthopedic surgery, zoo medicine, etc.
