Regional Program in Veterinary Medicine
My first year at Montana State University we had so many spectacular opportunities to be hands-on and gain experience! This continued when I came to WSU in my second year.
Victoria Wilson (’20 DVM) from Montana
How does the regional partnership work?
Our regional partnerships with Utah State University, Montana State University, and the University of Idaho means our DVM students have more educational opportunities than other veterinary programs. The intentionally collaborative structure offers small class sizes, supportive learning communities, and hands-on experience beginning the first year.
- Utah residents spend their first two years at Utah State University before coming to WSU to complete the final two years of their professional veterinary education (2+2 program). Up to 10 nonresidents spend their first two years at Utah State University.
- Montana residents spend their first year at Montana State University before coming to WSU to complete the next three years of their professional veterinary education (1+3 program).
- Idaho residents pay in-state tuition and attend WSU for all four years.
No matter where you start, you will earn a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from WSU, one of the oldest and best professional veterinary programs in the country.
| Resident state | Resident students admitted* | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah* | 20 | USU | USU | WSU | WSU |
| Montana | 10 | MSU | WSU | WSU | WSU |
| Idaho | 11 | WSU | WSU | WSU | WSU |
| Washington | 55 | WSU | WSU | WSU | WSU |
“I chose the regional program because I knew that I would receive an incredible education. Every professor cares about your individual success, and the hands-on opportunities offered are countless. I know that I will leave this program as an amazing veterinarian, no matter what avenue of veterinary medicine I decide to pursue.
Ubaldo Arana (‘22 DVM) from Idaho
Class profile
Statistics for the current class of first-year veterinary students
Frequently asked questions
Yes! Whether you start at Montana State University, Utah State University, or WSU, faculty teach DVM courses with the same syllabi, course objectives, and co-write the exams.
The small class sizes at Utah State University and Montana State University provide personalized attention to foster student success while offering exceptional opportunities for professional growth and the development of clinical, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
The majority of core courses are taught on site by Montana State University or Utah State University faculty. Some elective courses, clubs, and specialized core course topics are taught via distance learning. All students have access to taped lectures from every class.
Yes! Joining a club is a wonderful way to get to know other veterinary students. Montana State University and Utah State University students can participate thru their own campus clubs and video streaming.
By the time you come to WSU, you will have had the opportunity to get to know your classmates from courses via distance learning and student clubs with video streaming. Students will also attend a second orientation prior the start of classes at WSU.
Utah State University and Montana State University students have opportunities get hands-on primary care experience, learn animal handling, and training at local veterinary clinics, livestock facilities, and ranches.