Make this the year that you live your dream of studying veterinary medicine abroad! ☆ There’s one unbeatable way to combine your education, your passion for helping animals, and your passion for travelling: by doing a veterinary study abroad! You can choose veterinary study abroad programs for the travel aspect, or you can choose a location specifically to learn about its unique wildlife. One thing is for sure, you will definitely learn things you couldn’t possibly learn at home!
Make a difference in the life of a foreign bow-wow
Study abroad veterinary programs give you the chance to learn more about animals you may not have the chance to meet in your home country. Going to vet school abroad is particularly beneficial if you are interested in a career doing research or field work. If your goal is to work with certain animals in the future, then studying veterinary medicine abroad is one way to gain unique experiences that aren’t available in your home country. Want to work with lions in the future, then study in a country with lions! There is a wide range of veterinary schools abroad programs to suit all different kinds of interests.
What are you waiting for? Here’s a sneak peak of the best veterinary programs for study abroad:
The best study abroad veterinary programs this year
Editor’s note: This information was accurate at the time of publishing. Please refer to each individual program for current data.
1. Operation Wallacea — 9.61 rating
“My two weeks in Guyana were a unique and incredible experience. Living and moving in the jungle has its difficulties and hazards and it's definitely not for everyone, but if you're looking for an opportunity to see untouched rainforest and rivers, work with scientists and amerindian communities on a variety of species, observe wildlife, and meet environmental-minded students and researchers from other countries then I can't recommend this experience more.” — Read more Operation Wallacea reviews here
- Where? Guyana (plus other locations world wide!)
- When? Duration depends on location and program, year round
- Why? Operation Wallacea is a network of academics from European and North American universities who create research expeditions, some of which focus on studying veterinary medicine abroad. It is one of the best veterinary programs for study abroad for those who are interested in veterinary research. The research is supported by students who join the program, and you will get hands on experience in working with animal researchers.
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2. CELA Belize — 9.51 rating
“The CELA program gave me opportunities that I would not be able to experience anywhere else, I learn a lot better with hands on experience so this course increased my knowledge on Large Animal Veterinary practice by a lot. I would definitely recommend this program to any student looking to apply to veterinary school because this class will prepare you for several things you will have to deal with as a vet. It's a great thing to put on your resume and talk about during interviews! The teachers and TA's in this program were extremely helpful and understanding of our needs. I also met some amazing people along this journey and I am so grateful for it.” — Read more CELA Belize reviews here
- Where? Belize
- When? 2 weeks, Summer or Winter sessions
- Why? For pre-vet students, nothing looks better on your vet school application thank hands on experience. CELA Belize offers intensive, hands-on veterinary study programs in Belize. You will work on farms with large animals and professional veterinarians (get ready to get your hands dirty!). You will learn examinations skills, animal agriculture and husbandry, and preventative medicine practices.
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3. Loop Abroad—9.5 rating
“Thailand has always been on my Travel Bucket List. That being said, I was not sure what my two weeks would look like. We lived on an elephant sanctuary for two weeks with over twenty elephants. It never got old waking up and walking to breakfast only to see Saiyok, the youngest elephant of only two months, frolicking around his mother in the mornings. We had the opportunity to learn how to properly care for the elephants. We learned a lot more than I could imagine in the two weeks we were there. We also made time for some fun of floating down the river, taking a mud bath with the elephants, and visiting the night markets. I had a great time on my adventure to Thailand and hope to go back and visit the elephants soon!” — Read more Loop Abroad reviews here
- Where? Thailand
- When? 1—2 weeks, Summer
- Why? Prefer your pre vet study abroad programs to look a little like working with elephants in Thailand? Well, here’s your chance! Veterinary students work in small groups and get hands-on experience with elephants. You will help care for rescue elephants and ensure their health and upkeep of medical procedures.
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4. Adelante Abroad: Equine Summer Study — 8.71 rating
"This was a wonderful program. For someone, such as myself, who is extremely fond of horses there could not have been a better study abroad opportunity. This program allowed me to explore Scotland with the rest of the group while still giving us opportunities to venture out at our own leisure. The classes helped me to brush up on the finer points of equine anatomy and I learned how to create an equine fitness program (something I had never done before). The landscape here is beautiful and the culture is fascinating. So if you are looking for a great study abroad opportunity I would highly recommend this one." — Read more Adelante Abroad reviews here
- Where? Edinburgh
- When? 4 weeks, summer
- Why? Do you love horses? Then this program is for you! Study everything equine in the rolling Scottish countryside. This program will cover the basics and is great for veterinary study abroad students that are considering vet school.
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5. Broadreach: Bahamas 12 Day Adventure — 8.0 rating
“The program was absolutely amazing. I have made friends that I am still in communication with 3 months after the trip, and I have learns so much about the field that I wish to go into one day. Traveling on my own was a lot easier than I had first expected, the flights were timed out so that I had plenty of time to get to my gate. One of the best experience of my life. Truly a once in a lifetime experience. I also got to learn about veterinary medicine and enjoy the company of a bunch of amazing people. If you want to be a vet one day I highly suggest going on this program.” — Read more Broadreach reviews here
- Where? Naussau, Bahamas
- When? 2 weeks duration, July
- Why? Thinking about becoming a vet some day? Then this short veterinary study program is perfect for you! It is a 12 day adventure program that exposes you to the basics of veterinary care. It is a great way to travel and figure out if the veterinary field is right for you.
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6. Ecolife Expeditions — 9.58 rating
“I was lucky enough to travel to South Africa this summer to participate in Ecolife's program Vets-In-the-Wild. It was an amazing experience. The country was beautiful and the accommodations were great. We were able to travel and see many different parts of the country and i felt safe the whole time. I was able to get lots of hands on experience as well as being educated about how wildlife is managed in South Africa. I made lifelong friendships and memories I will never forget. Hopefully this experience will help me advance in my academic career and it has surly provided me an experience I will always cherish” — Read more Ecolife Expeditions reviews here
- Where? South Africa
- When? 3 weeks duration, year round
- Why? The South Africa veterinary study abroad program is a field study program that gives you hands on experience in veterinary and wildlife conservation. Not only do you get to participate in the expedition, but you will also go on a camping safari. You will interact with vets, researchers, and rangers in the field. It’s hard to find other pre vet study abroad programs with such hands-on learning opportunities!
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Studying veterinary medicine abroad ROCKS
Set your aspirations for veterinary study abroad high and then SOAR
There is no better way to broaden your education than by participating in a veterinary study abroad program. One of the best parts of travelling is adventuring outdoors and seeing animals in their natural habitat. As a veterinary student, this probably sounds like a dream come true! You may get the chance to participate in field trips or research studies that allow you to work alongside professional vets or with diverse animals.
The veterinary field is highly competitive, and one way to set yourself apart by going to vet school abroad. Taking veterinary courses abroad will show your independence, your commitment to the field, and your willingness to learn new things. And of course, you will also gain the awesome experience of living in another country—the interesting excursions, new food, new friends, the unique animals, and the chance to scratch your travel itch! What more can you ask for? It’s time to pack up your stethoscope and go to veterinary school abroad!
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