Otterbein College

What you'll study

Coursework moves from anatomy and physiology into diseases and disorders, with staged opportunities to apply diagnostic tools and evaluate treatment options. Specialized instruction includes courses such as Farrier Science for hoof-care techniques. Students can undertake undergraduate research projects to develop experimental design, analytical skills, and evidence-based contributions to the field. Learning goals emphasize proficiency in equine handling and management, applied anatomy (including a comprehensive dissection project), veterinary clinical skills, team-based learning, and critical evaluation of veterinary and medical literature.

Entry requirements

The source text lists program aims and learning outcomes but does not specify numeric admissions criteria or prerequisite courses. Prospective applicants should consult Otterbein’s admissions pages for current entry requirements and prerequisites for veterinary-preparatory students.

Career prospects

Graduates enter veterinary programs with enhanced practical experience and a strong foundation in equine science; the hands-on skills and clinical reasoning developed in the program also transfer across species, supporting flexibility to pursue a range of veterinary fields or further graduate study.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program text does not list specific scholarships. Students interested in financial support should explore university scholarships, departmental awards, research assistantships, and external funding targeted to pre-veterinary or equine science students.