Protecting Animals, Serving Society
Since its inception 140 years ago, Penn Vet has always played a crucial role in addressing global challenges by tackling issues that affect both animal and human health.
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Penn Vet’s response efforts.
Imagine the Possibilities
Veterinary medicine is evolving rapidly to address global challenges, including zoonotic diseases, food security, weather extremes, and antimicrobial resistance.
By the Numbers
Research Centers and Institutes
North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) Pass Rate
The class of 2024 pass rate at the time of graduation.
Animals treated at our hospitals and local farms.
Academics
Academics
VMD
Your future holds limitless potential, and we’re here to guide you in crafting a career that aligns with our evolving profession and world, unlocking the possibilities that await.
VMD | PhD
VMD|PhD training prepares students for multiple diverse career pathways. Graduates play vital roles in our society by excelling in the areas of biomedical research, human and animal health, public health, pharmaceutical research, contract research, government service, military careers, and academic careers.
VMD | Master Social Work
The skills developed by graduates of the VMD|MSW program can help them facilitate difficult and involved conversations, and console and inform upset clients.
VMD | Master of Science in Translational Research
Housed within the ITMAT Education in the Perelman School of Medicine, the MSTR is designed to provide students with in-depth instruction in the fundamental skills, methodology, and principles necessary to become a well-trained translational investigator.
VMD | Master of Public Health
With the expanding role of veterinary medicine in wildlife and ecosystem health, veterinarians with expertise in environmental science are well-prepared to address global environmental challenges.
VMD | Master of Environmental Studies
With the expanding role of veterinary medicine in wildlife and ecosystem health, veterinarians with expertise in environmental science are well-prepared to address global environmental challenges.
VMD | Master Degree in Law and VMD | Certificate in Law
In an effort to address challenges in veterinary medicine, Penn Vet offers two degree options, VMD | Master Degree in Law and a VMD | Certificate in Law.
urban and rural
Our Hospitals
Our clinicians offer exceptional specialty care and advanced technology for all areas of companion animal and large animal health.
Welcome to the
Office of the Dean
The School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania serves at the nexus of education, clinical care, and research related to animals and humans. For the School’s community of educators, practitioners, and scientists, our moment in time holds revolutionary promise to accelerate veterinary medicine’s impact on animal, human, and environmental health.
LEADERS IN THE FIELD
Meet the Faculty
Penn Vet’s faculty teach and develop innovative curriculum, provide compassionate care to patients in our veterinary hospitals, and lead interdisciplinary research.
Michelle Abraham, BVMS, DACVIM
Elizabeth Acutt, BVSc, MS, DACVR
Kimberly A. Agnello, DVM, DACVS, DACVSMR
Gustavo D. Aguirre, VMD, PhD, DACVO
Maia R. Aitken, DVM, DACVS, DACVECC
Gary Althouse, DVM, PhD, DACT
Jorge I. Alvarez, PhD
Montserrat C. Anguera, PhD
Eman A. Anis, PhD, DACVM
Liz Arbittier, VMD
Featured Institute
Institute for Infectious and Zoonotic Diseases
The emergence of antibiotic resistance to infections — particularly in hospital settings — creates a public health blind spot, while emerging and re-emerging infectious zoonotic agents continue to grow at alarming speed.
Happenings
What’s Going on at Penn Vet
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News
Food waste: Recycling, not discarding, offers huge environmental benefits (link is external)
Researchers at Penn Vet examine how common food waste recycling methods, including composting, could have a big impact on greenhouse gas emissions and the use of natural resources.
One Tiny Dog’s Outsized Contribution to Brain Surgery
Geddy Lee has lived a big life for a little dog. As a puppy, the tiny terrier mix was abandoned in Mississippi during a high-speed car chase. Rescued by law…