How much will I make being a Veterinarian?
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2 answers
Ken’s Answer
Money is not everything, One should seek a career that brings satisfaction and fulfillment and a feeling of accomplishment along with a good income. I know too many people who are making good money, but they hate their job.
Getting to know yourself and how your personality traits relate to people involved in various career opportunities is very important in your decision making process. During my many years in Human Resources and College Recruiting, I ran across too many students who had skipped this very important step and ended up in a job situation which for which they were not well suited. Selecting a career area is like buying a pair of shoes. First you have to be properly fitted for the correct size, and then you need to try on and walk in the various shoe options to determine which is fits the best and is most comfortable for you to wear. Following are some important steps which I developed during my career which have been helpful to many .
Ken recommends the following next steps:
Courtney’s Answer
Generally speaking, $75,000+ per year. Keep in mind that becoming a vet takes dedication. You'll have to get your Bachelor's Degree (4-5 years of college) before you can apply to vet school to get your DVM (Doctorate of Veterinary MEdicine (another 4-5 years). During this time you'll need to do internships in the field. After getting your DVM, you'll have to pass the state exam before you can start practicing. So you're looking at 4-10 years of college which can cost $240,000+ without scholarships.