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School of Veterinary Medicine

The St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine prepares students for the world of animal health care and its effect on global health. Our Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA COE), which means SGU graduates are fully eligible to seek licensure in the USA and Canada without further steps other than successfully passing the NAVLE.

Students gain valuable hands-on experience in veterinary surgery and other skills prior to their final-year clinical training at one of SGUSVM’s affiliated schools of veterinary medicine in the US, UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia, and Grenada. 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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FOUNDED

In two decades, we have graduated more than 1,400 veterinarians into the global health care system who prove that excellence knows no boundaries.

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2017/2018 NAVLE PASS RATE

Our students and graduates obtained a 95% pass rate on the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) in 2017/2018

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AFFILIATED UNIVERSITIES

Experience clinical training during your final year at one of 29 universities and clinical facilities in the US, UK, Canada, Ireland, Grenada, 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!

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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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 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.

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Graduate Story

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Scholarships

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

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True Blue 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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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

American Veterinary Medical Association Renews Full Accreditation for St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine Through 2025

SGU Students Register 95% Pass Rate on Veterinary Licensing Examination

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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