For those working in government agencies and private industry, hours are much more regular, and Veterinarians generally enjoy good fringe benefits. This work must include required units in physics, chemistry, biology, physiology, genetics, English, social science or humanities and statistics. Evaluation for admission to this four-year veterinary program is based upon academic excellence, the Graduate Record Exam, and demonstrated motivation and experience in working with animals. Enrollment at UC Davis is limited to 108 openings per year. The majority of those admitted are biological or animal science majors.
Enrollment is limited at all schools of veterinary medicine in the United States.
Most veterinary colleges are located in state universities and give preference to applicants who are state residents. States without veterinary colleges usually contract with other states to admit a specified number of their students each year. To be licensed in California, Veterinarians must pass the California State Board Exam. This exam requires passing scores on both the National Exam and Clinical Competency test. If the group practice is a small one, this might mean having to buy into the partnership.