From pets to livestock, humans have meaningful and profound relationships with animals of all types. Veterinarians help animals stay healthy, bringing relief and peace of mind to their owners.
Our labs feature tools and equipment small schools don’t always have on hand.
Animal lovers always enjoy bonding with furry friends at our annual pre-finals stress-busting activities, including goat yoga and a petting zoo.
How does Monmouth get me ready for veterinary school?
Preparation for veterinary school is unique for every student, and at Monmouth, our faculty and pre-health advisers work closely with you to create a path that fits your goals and strengths. By pursuing a Pre-Veterinary track, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the sciences while also developing the problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills that come with a liberal arts education — all of which are essential for success in veterinary school and beyond.
Most Pre-Vet students choose majors in Biology or Biochemistry because these programs align closely with veterinary school prerequisites, giving you the advantage of completing major requirements while preparing for graduate studies. With Monmouth’s personalized guidance and hands-on learning opportunities, you’ll graduate ready to tackle the academic challenges of veterinary school and launch a career caring for animals.
Majoring in the sciences offers a hands-on curriculum, rich in research opportunities and one-on-one student-faculty interactions. The Biology curriculum offers an opportunity for students to understand the structures and processes that characterize life and to appreciate the tremendous diversity of living organisms.
Coursework is balanced among three scales of biological organization: cell and molecular biology; physiology and organismal biology; and ecology and evolutionary biology. An important component of the major is independent research that enables the student to become familiar with the process of science by investigating a specific biological problem in the laboratory or field.
Sarah Nokes '09 worked in wildlife research and management after Monmouth, before going to vet school at Iowa State.
Students majoring in Biochemistry will obtain a solid foundation in the molecular sciences at the intersection of Chemistry and Biology. Students will also learn how to use scientific literature information effectively. The chemistry department, accredited by the American Chemical Society (ASC), offers a program that leads to ACS certification upon graduation.
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75% of our students complete an internship.
Internships put classroom learning into practical use. They give valuable technical and personal skills. They give students an advantage in landing their first job.
The Wackerle Center for Career, Leadership & Fellowships, faculty and our engaged alumni network help place students in internships, as well as advise and mentor them.Students graduate with experience and the knowledge how to achieve success!
The Educational Garden uses sustainable gardening techniques to produce vegetables, fruits and honey. From spring through summer, the garden crew plants, tends and harvests the food. They share their bounty at local farmers markets and u-picks with faculty, staff and community members.
The seven-acre Educational Farm gives students hands-in-the-dirt experiences on crop rotation, conservation and infrastructure. U-pick events are held at the farm and the garden.
