School of Veterinary Medicine

Preparing students for the world of animal health care and its effect on global health.

St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine is one of the few schools in the world accredited by both the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA COE) in the United States and Canada, as well as the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) in the United Kingdom.

  • After passing the NAVLE, SGU’s DVM graduates are fully eligible to seek licensure in the US and Canada.
  • DVM graduates who have also completed the Global Veterinary Health Track will be eligible to register as members of the RCVS and practice in the UK without further examination.
  • Students gain valuable hands-on experience in veterinary surgery and other skills prior to their final-year clinical training at one of SGUSVM’s 32 affiliated schools of veterinary medicine in the US, UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia, and the Netherlands.

In addition to a state-of-the-art large-animal facility and marine station, the SGU Small Animal Clinic helps local pets live longer through vaccination services, deworming, and parasite management. The clinic serves more than 1,200 residents and handles close to 200 patients each week.

Highlights

 

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NAVLE PASS RATE*

Students and graduates obtained a 91% pass rate on the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) over the last five years.

*According to International Council of Veterinary Assessment reports, 2017-2021

US and UK Accreditation

Accredited by both the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA COE) in the United States and Canada, as well as the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) in the United Kingdom.

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FOUNDED

More than 2,100 veterinarians have been graduated into the global healthcare system over the last two decades, who prove that excellence knows no boundaries.

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AFFILIATED UNIVERSITIES

Experience clinical training during your final year at one of 32 universities and clinical facilities in the US, UK, Canada, Ireland, the Netherlands and Australia.

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GAIN A DEPTH OF EXPERIENCE

You’ll cover a lot of ground at SGU —and some water, too. Our veterinarian program gives you hands-on training in both terrestrial and aquatic animals.

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SKILLED INSTRUCTORS

Representing more than 15 countries of origin, SGU’s veterinary school instructors provide intensive training, unique animal experiences, and an understanding of the variety of human cultures served.

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CLINICAL SPECIALTIES

Gain comprehensive training in a variety of clinical specialty areas such as orthopedics, cardiology, ophthalmology, anesthesiology, immunology, diagnostic imaging, and pathology, among others.

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ON-CAMPUS VETERINARY STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Make social connections with other veterinary students while gaining specialized insights through lectures, demonstrations, and wet labs. Exotic wildlife, alternative therapies,pathology, shelter medicine, herpetology —there is something for every interest!

School of Veterinary Programs

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

FIND THE VETERINARY PROGRAM THAT SUITS YOU

SGU’s School of Veterinary Medicine offers its students exceptional veterinary education and unique clinical opportunities. The veterinary medical program is composed of the three-year preveterinary medical program and the four-year veterinarian degree program. In addition to the traditional DVM program, SGU offers preveterinary entry points for students of education systems around the world. Whether you are a student with a traditional baccalaureate degree or you hold other advanced training, there is a clear path for you in our 4-, 5-, 6-, and 7-year program entry points. More Details ›
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Global Veterinary Medicine Track

The Global Veterinary Health (GVH) track provides our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) students with a One Health One Medicine experience, conducted in a variety of international settings, embracing the School of Veterinary Medicine’s goal to think beyond. More Details ›
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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine/Master of Science (DVM/MSc)

ORIGINAL AND THESIS-ORIENTED ADVANCED RESEARCH

The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine/Master of Science dual-degree program gives veterinary medical students the opportunity to conduct active and original bench and/or field research in:anatomical pathology; anatomy; bacteriology; clinical pathology; marine medicine; parasitology; pharmacology; virology; and wildlife conservation medicine. More Details ›
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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine/Master of Public Health (DVM/MPH)

COMMUNITY HEALTH POLICY LEADERSHIP

Our dual DVM/MPH degree helps develop skilled veterinary public health experts who understand the connections between animal and human health. Earning a veterinary public health degree along with a DVM can open career opportunities for positions in the public sector. More Details ›
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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine/MBA in Multi-Sector Health Management (DVM/MBA)

ORGANIZATIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Earning your DVM/MBA in Multi-Sector Health Management positions you to manage the complexities of modern animal health care delivery. The program is designed specifically to equip veterinary professionals with management and executive perspective to better lead organizations, in both the public and private sectors, with special emphasis on international environments. More Details ›
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Veterinary Science PhD

Prepare for a career in veterinarian research or education

SGU’s veterinary medicine PhD program helps you gain in-depth insight in both basic and clinical problems within animal medicine research and veterinary practice. Choose an academic focus area for subject mastery in both theoretical knowledge and practical application. More Details ›
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Featured SVM Faculty

St. George's University, one of the premier Caribbean Medical Schools, has over 1,800 campus based and clinical faculty service the student body and Faculty members with professorial rank have terminal degrees – a PhD, an MD or equivalent, or both.

Meet SGU’s faculty members who inspire students from around the world in the classroom and through their research.

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Graduate Story

Get the inside story of life at SGU from graduates who share their experiences.

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SVM Scholarships

A variety of partial and full-tuition scholarship awards are available based on academic excellence and/or need.

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View Our Campus

Explore our beautiful True Blue campus includes state of-the-art teaching facilities, labs, library, and a research institute set against the backdrop of the lapis blue waters of the Caribbean Sea.

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SVM FAQs

Do you have questions about required hours of animal experience? SGU accreditation? The cost of application? These questions (and many more) are answered on our FAQ page.

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Fill out the form to connect with SGU about your future veterinary medicine education. One of our current students or admission advisors will reach out and give you more information about our vet med programs.

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News and Events

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St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine Mission

The mission of St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine is to provide an internationally- and multispecies-based veterinary medical education with worldwide practice application through high quality undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, community service, diversity, and exposure to biomedical and translational research. We are guided by a One Health/One Medicine philosophy, strengthened by campus-wide collaborations with human medicine, animal and life sciences, and other health professions.

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