College of Science, Technology, and Health

Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Pre-Veterinary Medicine

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Program offered in On-campus formats.

*On-campus format will require some online classes for degree completion.

As a Lindenwood University pre-veterinary student, you will typically follow the Lindenwood curriculum for one of the following degrees: a bachelor of science degree in biological science, a bachelor of science degree in cellular and molecular biology, a bachelor of science degree in chemistry, or a bachelor of science degree in biochemistry. With this degree, you will receive the prerequisite coursework needed to be a good candidate for application to a veterinary school.  

  • General Chemistry at least 2 semesters (with laboratories)
  • General Biology at least 2 semesters (with laboratories)
  • Organic Chemistry - 2 semesters (with laboratories)
  • General Physics - 2 semesters (with laboratories)
  • English Reading and Composition - 2 semesters
  • Students must also complete an entrance test (MCAT, GRE, DAT or OAT)

It is generally recommended that as you work toward completing the degree requirements you enroll in additional courses or outside volunteer opportunities that may expand your applications packet. If you have specific veterinary schools in mind, you should work with your major advisor to make sure that you complete any specific courses that are required by that school.