Veterinary Technology Bachelor Degree Tuition

Total Cost

Pricing is for the first semester of a four-semester program. The total cost of the Veterinary Technology Bachelor's Degree will be $4,200 - $5,800 depending on which payment plan you choose for your first semester tuition.² The cost per semester is based on a price of up to $104 per credit and the total credits per semester vary. Total credits change by semester and cost per credit is subject to change each academic year. Program cost does not reflect any prior-earned eligible credits you may transfer in or credits awarded through a Prior Learning Assessment.

The difference between the payment options is the dollar amount the credit will cost you for selecting a monthly payment plan versus paying in full.

Choose from one of our customized payment options below or call for details on our first payment match program.¹ You can get started today.

Enrollment Requirements

• Age - 17
• Education - The program is a completion degree.
  • Students will be required to have An A.S. or A.A.S. degree of 60 hours in Veterinary Technology from an AVMA accredited program
  • A minimum of 15 semester hours of transferrable general education coursework is required
• Technology Requirements - You will need access to high-speed internet to begin your program. In addition, you will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 10® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running macOS® Sierra Version 11.2 or later, Microsoft® Office 2019 or Microsoft 365® and an email account to complete this program with Penn Foster.
  
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• Study Time
  • Domestic- up to 12 months per semester.
• Proctored Exams
  • Selected courses throughout the semester will have a separate proctored exam unless a final exam is taken at the end of that specific course.
  • All Proctored Exams for VET courses are closed book. No textbooks, study guides/units, or notes may be used during any VET course proctored exam.
  • All VET courses are eligible for remote proctoring along with some general studies courses. The remote proctored exams are at a cost of $10 per exam.
• Online Class Participation
  • Webinars are required for most VET classes.
  • Discussion boards are required for some general studies courses.

What’s included?

Transfer Credits

To have previous veterinary technology coursework considered for transfer credits, you must contact your previous school where you earned an AVMA-accredited associate degree and provide an official copy of your transcripts. Please note:

• Minimum grade of "C" required for transfer credit.
• Have a minimum of 15 general education credits.
• Students will not be able to transfer any core veterinary technology coursework.

Read more about Penn Foster College's credit transfer policy here.

Refund Policy

At Penn Foster, we continue to develop new ways to expand and improve student satisfaction. However, if the Veterinary Technician Bachelor's Degree isn't the right fit for you or you are not satisfied with your experience, we do offer a refund policy. If you cancel within the first 6 days of enrollment you will receive a full refund. After the first 6 days your refund amount will be based on:

• Lessons completed
• Tuition collected
• Enrollment date

For more information, visit Penn Foster’s refund policy page.

Learn even more by viewing a sample enrollment agreement. 

Military Benefits

Many Penn Foster programs, including the Veterinary Technician Bachelor's Degree, are approved for veteran’s education benefits. Reservists may also qualify for veteran’s education benefits. If you think you may be eligible or would like more information, you can check with your local or regional VA office, or call Penn Foster at 1-888-427-2900 to speak with a VA Support Specialist.

If you are interested in using your MyCAA benefits, please call 1-800-238-9554 to speak to an Admissions Specialist for more information or to enroll.