PROGRAM DEFINITION:
Two phases:
Veterinary technician and veterinary technolog
Start the program in either phase.

Veterinary technician phase: 
Complete a veterinary technician Associate of Applied Science (AAS) program at an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician school. UNL does not have an AAS–degree granting program in veterinary technology on its Lincoln campus.

Pass the national veterinary technician certification examination.

Veterinary technology phase:

• Enroll at UNL in one of three options.
• Transfer credits from the veterinary technician phase to UNL.
• Complete BS requirements at UNL.
• Earn a BS degree from UNL.

Program options.

•  Veterinary Science Option: for students interested in going to veterinary school. Qualify to apply to any veterinary school in North America   (see Preveterinary Medicine Red Bar for more information).
•  Science Option: for students interested in a career in veterinary science, but not as a veterinarian. Prepare for a career in veterinary science demanding more extensive knowledge than that obtained in the veterinary technician phase.
• Business Option: for students interested in veterinary science and management. Prepare for a career in veterinary science demanding more extensive knowledge of business and management than that obtained in the veterinary technician phase.

UNL POINTS OF DISTINCTION:
WHY STUDY VETERINARY & BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES AT UNL?

• A unique undergraduate program for students interested in animal health and a career in veterinary or biomedical science.
• Take courses not available at any other college or university in Nebraska Learn about animal health and diseases from scientists and veterinarians studying and diagnosing animal diseases. Learn about animals from animal scientists studying animal production and animal products.
• Gain experience in veterinary and animal production research, veterinary  diagnostic services, and animal care as a student employee.
• Socialize and learn from other students interested in veterinary or biomedical as a career.

VETERINARY MEDICAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEBRASKANS:
See the information sheet for PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM IN VETERNARY MEDICINE or visit http://vetmed.unl.edu/.   

UNDERGRADUATE ADVISING:  You will be assigned a faculty member who can help you examine your interests and abilities, define your career goals, and plan your academic career so you will qualify to apply to the college(s) of veterinary medicine of your choice and/or earn a BS degree.

FACULTY:   For information about Veterinary & Biomedical Science Department Faculty, visit: http://vbms.unl.edu/   SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID:

• Qualify for CASNR scholarships ranging from $100 to $3,000 per year, some renewable annually depending upon academic performance.
        CASNR provides more than $250,000 annually to CASNR 
        students as scholarships
• Apply for university-wide or other scholarships for which you qualify.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES: Get involved: Explore your interests and develop your leadership abilities by participating in any of the numerous clubs and organizations on campus. Visithttp://einvolvement.unl.edu/ for more information.
Office of Academic Support and Intercultural Services (OASIS): supports all students, especially students of color, at UNL. Visit:http://www.unl.edu/oasis_culturecenter/for more information.
Undergraduate Creative Activities & Research Experiences (UCARE): supported by the Office of Undergraduate Studies and funded by the Pepsi Endowment and Program of Excellence Funds, this program creates intellectual partnerships between UNL faculty and undergraduates by providing funds for research. Visithttp://www.unl.edu/ucare/ for more information.


WHAT DO I HAVE TO TAKE IN HIGH SCHOOL TO ENTER UNL AS A VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY STUDENT?
4 units of English
4 units of mathematics
3 units of social sciences
3 units of natural sciences
2 units of foreign language. 

In addition, you must: 
rank in the top half of your high school class OR
have an ACT composite score of 20 or higher OR
have an SAT total score of 950 or higher. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: 

4 units of English
4 units of mathematics
3 units of social sciences
3 units of natural sciences
2 units of foreign language. 
In addition, you must: 
rank in the top half of your high school class OR
have an ACT composite score of 20 or higher OR
have an SAT total score of 950 or higher.