Title: What Do You Have to Major in to Be a Vet? | Education - Seattle PI
Headings: What Do You Have to Major in to Be a Vet?
What Do You Have to Major in to Be a Vet?
Considerations
Pre-Vet
Science
Liberal Arts

Content: Some colleges offer a general science major that includes an array of different science-focused courses. For example, Alfred University's general science major requires students to take classes in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics. If you're looking for a more specific focus, a program in biology, chemistry or ecology will also typically fit the bill. These majors should include not only lecture-based courses, but also hands-on laboratory classes as well. Liberal Arts
A liberal arts major allows the undecided student to explore an array of classes from different departments throughout a college. If you're on the fence about applying to vet school, or simply want to investigate your options, a liberal arts major allows you to take prerequisite classes while still trying out other disciplines. Most liberal arts majors require students to complete some science classes. Keep your possible vet school application in mind, and take basic classes in biology and chemistry. Additionally, some vet schools will take your science-specific GPA in mind when reviewing your application. This means you need to take your bio, chem or organic chem classes seriously, scoring high marks in all of them.