Animal and Veterinary Science Degrees at the University of Arizona
With a degree in animal or veterinary sciences, you'll combine theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare you for a successful career in animal management and health.
Animal and Veterinary Sciences degrees at the University of Arizona
Animal Sciences (BS)
The B.S. in Animal Sciences prepares you for careers relating to animal management, companionship and care. From business to science to entertainment, humanity's productive engagement with animals needs trained leaders like you. With four possible degree emphases, you can customize your courses and experience to fit your passion and plan to work with animals.
Veterinary Science (BS)
The B.S. in Veterinary Science provides you with the competitive edge you need to successfully apply for veterinary school or pursue careers in veterinary science. You'll learn how to provide animal medical care, research human-animal interactions, and educate the public about animal health. With two tracks to choose from, your studies will prepare you for a career in veterinary care, public health, scientific research, or education and advocacy.
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Animal and Veterinary Science degree courses
Coursework combines a strong foundation in general education with degree-specific classes designed to prepare you for real careers in animal health and science fields.
While you'll take general education courses to build critical thinking, communication and science literacy skills that employers value across every field, you'll also take degree-specific courses in nutrition that cover topics like animal physiology and anatomy, genetics, animal toxicology, and disease prevention and treatment.
Our comprehensive degree plan prepares you to graduate with the technical knowledge and practical skills employers are seeking in today's job market.
ACBS215
Physiology and Anatomy of Domestic Animals
Examines physiological systems and functional anatomy underlying growth and production in animals.
ACBS311
Understanding Dog and Cat Behavior
Evidence based study of companion animal behavior including development periods, emotional states and communication.
ACBS334
Principles of Animal Nutrition
Introduces nutrient function, digestion, and diet formulation principles for domestic animal species.
ACBS410
Animal Toxicology
Understanding toxic substances and their effects on key organs relevant to small and large animals.
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Careers in animal and veterinary sciences
This major will give you the tools you need to succeed as an animal scientist, caretaker, researcher, and more in a range of industries from race track and livestock management to research and government sectors. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024 median pay for animal scientists was $70,140 per year.
Although your career possibilities are limitless you could have a career as a..
Animal Caretaker • Animal Scientist • Pharmaceutical Representative
Veterinarian • Animal Health Inspector • Livestock Manager
1 Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Animal Scientists (May 2025)
Understand your cost of attendance
College is a big investment, but a University of Arizona education may be more affordable than you think. No matter your background or family’s financial situation, you have options to make it manageable.
At Arizona, 9 out of 10 students receive financial aid. That means most students pay less than the estimates shown here. By maximizing your financial aid – scholarships, grants, loans, or work-study – you can lower your costs while earning a degree that will pay you back for a lifetime.
Estimated cost of tuition for first-year and transfer students:
- Arizona residents: $13,900/yr
- Non-Arizona residents: $42,300/yr
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Discover what it means to be a Wildcat at the University of Arizona College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences.
Our campus is located in the sun-drenched and welcoming community of Tucson, Arizona, your home away from home for the next four years (we hope!) With mountain views from nearly every corner of campus, and 350+ days of sunshine a year: this is where your journey to a career at the intersection of animal science and wellness and development.
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