The Washington State University Program in Veterinary Medicine aims to provide opportunities for personal growth and development of clinical, leadership, and interpersonal skills for veterinary students throughout the region. The program serves students with interests in all facets of the veterinary profession, whether they are interested in companion animals, horses or livestock, private practice, industry or academia.
WSU does a great job of giving us a wide variety of knowledge and hands-on opportunities. Whether I’m in the classroom learning about common diseases of small animals, in the communication center having simulated conversations with clients, or in the skills lab brushing up on my suture patterns, I feel like WSU is pushing me towards success in my future career.
-Abby Hayden (2026 DVM)
Cooperative programs in veterinary medicine
with Montana State University and University of Idaho
- Montana and Idaho residents pay in-state tuition
- Montana residents begin their veterinary education in their home state studying with leading faculty
- All students earn their DVM degree from WSU
Accreditation – The AVMA Council on Education® (AVMA COE®) accredits DVM or equivalent educational programs. The AVMA COE® assures that minimum standards in veterinary medical education are met by all AVMA-accredited colleges of veterinary medicine, and that students enrolled in those colleges receive an education which will prepare them for entry-level positions in the profession. The WSU College of Veterinary Medicine underwent an accreditation review in 2024 and the current status is Accredited with minor deficiencies. A minor deficiency has minimal or no effect on student learning or safety and will readily be corrected by the college within one year. Minor deficiencies include replacing large animal flooring in the hospital, annual visits to the preceptor sites, enhanced dentistry exposure for students, and mandatory rabies vaccinations.
Notice of Nondiscrimination – WSU does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, disability, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, protected veteran/military status, or immigration or citizenship status in any education program or activity that it operates complaint with Title IX and other civil rights laws and regulations. Inquiries regarding Title IX, ADA, or other civil rights laws, as well as reports of discrimination can be directed to the Compliance and Civil Rights, WSU ADA Coordinator, or WSU Title IX Coordinator. More information on WSU’s policies and procedures to respond to discrimination and harassment are available here: Nondiscrimination statement.