Follow this plan if you want to apply to the University of Missouri's College of Veterinary Medicine after you complete your bachelor's degree (major) in animal science.
BS Animal Science Four-Year Degree Plan: Pre-Veterinary Emphasis
This plan is designed for you to apply to the University of Missouri's College of Veterinary Medicine. The University of Missouri (Mizzou) offers the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, not Missouri State.
Talk with your advisor if you plan to go to a veterinary school other than Mizzou.
The following degree plan, last reviewed 11-10-2021, is based on the 2021-22 catalog and Missouri State general education requirements.
First semester (fall)
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| Total hours | 15 |
Second semester (spring)
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| GEC: General Education Course | 3 |
| Total hours | 15 |
Third semester (fall)
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| GEC: General Education Course | 3 |
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| Total hours | 17 |
Fourth semester (spring)
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| GEC: General Education Course | 3 |
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| Total hours | 15 |
Fifth semester (fall)
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| GEC: General Education Course | 3 |
| Total hours | 12 |
Sixth semester (spring)
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| GEC: General Education Course | 3 |
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| Total hours | 16 |
Seventh semester (fall)
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| AGS Production Course (400 level) | 3 |
| GEC: General Education Course | 3 |
| GEC: General Education Course | 3 |
| Total hours | 16 |
Eighth semester (spring)
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| GEC: General Education Course | 3 |
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| AGS Production Course (400 level) | 3 |
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| Total hours | 16 |
Tips for success
- This is a sample schedule. Your actual schedule may vary.
- Meet with your advisor and review the class schedule before confirming your schedule.
- No more than two (2) required courses for veterinary school admission can remain during your last spring semester at Missouri State. Mizzou requires 10 hours of biology at level BIO 121 or higher.
- Take PSY 121 as one of your general education courses.
- Review the Option II curriculum plan if you want to start veterinary school before you finish your bachelor's degree. You can use your credits from veterinary school to complete your degree requirements.