Unforgettable Veterinary Study Abroad and Service!

Designed by veterinarians, taught by veterinarians

COSTA RICA
PANAMA
MEXICO

THAILAND
BALI
AUSTRALIA

EGYPT
SOUTH AFRICA
USA

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Online Courses for Credit, Research Fellowships, and Vet Internships

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“Our students get high quality and appropriate veterinary experiences that are incredibly valuable to their future career in the veterinary field and help animals in great need.”

Dr. Erica Ward, Academic Director and Head Veterinarian

“Our programs offer students the chance to build cultural competency and expand their perspective while supporting locally-owned conservation projects around the globe.”

Jane Stine, JD, MEd, Co-Founder

   College Credit and Financial Aid

College credit available through our US university partner

Up to 100% financial aid available

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   Summer and Winter Programs

Shimmering temple in Thailand

Thailand

Cheetahs

South Africa

  • Pre-Vet Big Cats Volunteer at a cheetah conservation and breeding center. Search for the Big Five at Kruger National Park!
  • Zoo Medicine Work at an Animal and Owl Sanctuary learning about medical care for captive animals. Enjoy safari to Pilanesberg National Park!
  • Wildlife Research Join daily research tracking the Big 5. Learn about wildlife research and care at a reserve that’s home to elephants, rhinos, cheetahs, lions, and other species!
Kangaroos

Australia

Study zoo medicine with koalas, kangaroos, echidnas, wallabies, and more

Costa Rica

Exploring diverse and unique Costa Rica

USA

   Veterinary Semester Abroad in Thailand

Designed for pre-veterinary students, this 14-week, 20-credit semester focuses on small, hands-on classes taught by veterinarians (DVM) in shelters, sanctuaries, and clinics.

From vibrant culture to white beaches, Thailand has it all. Soak up all of Thailand’s beauty while gaining valuable, hands-on veterinary experience with both exotic and companion animals — from dogs and cats to elephants and tropical wildlife.

Coursework

The semester includes 250+ veterinary hours and 20+ research hours that can be recorded on your VMCAS application to vet school.

  • Thai Culture And Language
  • Companion Animal Management
  • Veterinary Surgical Nursing
  • Veterinary Practice and Skills Practicum
  • Marine Animal Anatomy, Behavior, and Conservation and Lab
  • SCUBA Open Water and Advanced Certifications
  • Elephant Medicine and Management
  • Wildlife Conservation and Care
  • Total of 20 credits

   Global Veterinary Semester Abroad

This global semester abroad in Thailand, South Africa, and Costa Rica is perfect for anyone who wants to explore various aspects of veterinary medicine and loves working with different kinds of animals from dogs and cats to elephants, cheetahs, marine life, and rescued wildlife in Costa Rica.

Coursework

The semester includes 200+ veterinary hours and 85+ animal experience hours including research that can be recorded on your VMCAS application to vet school.

  • Conservation of Rainforest Wildlife
  • SCUBA Open Water and Advanced Certifications
  • Tropical Conservation and SCUBA Diving
  • Tropical Shelter Medicine, Mangement, and Welfare: From Companion Animals to Elephants
  • South African Zoo Husbandry and Management
  • ABCs of African Big Cats: Anatomy, Behavior, and Conservation
  • Veterinary Clinical Practice and Skills
  • Total of 17 credits

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Meet Our Alumni

"All of the staff were great! They really focused on making our experience safe, meaningful, and fun! The vets were very knowledgeable and did a great job teaching us and helping us practice the skills we learned."

Brittany Diaz, College Veterinary Service

Texas A&M

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