Veterinary Science Degree — Jobs & Salaries

Career paths for veterinary graduates in animal care, research, and public health.

Avg. Median Salary

$63,977

Highest Paying

$130,100

Entry-Level

$35,360

Career Paths

7

Career Paths with a Veterinary Science Degree

#	Job Title	Median Salary	Salary Range	Jobs
1	Veterinarians	$130,100	$73,920 – $215,700	83,900
2	Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists	$76,780	$49,100 – $126,440	18,120
3	Animal Scientists	$68,940	$44,350 – $166,000	3,100
4	Animal Breeders	$51,130	$38,480 – $90,550	1,330
5	Veterinary Technologists and Technicians	$47,380	$35,710 – $63,180	129,140
6	Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers	$38,150	$30,120 – $49,150	126,580
7	Animal Caretakers	$35,360	$27,250 – $50,060	266,910

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Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS. Degree-to-occupation mapping based on common career paths.