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School of Veterinary Medicine at UMES<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is establishing a new School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) to address critical needs in veterinary medical education, animal health, and public health. This initiative is dedicated to providing high-quality veterinary training, advancing research, and serving communities – particularly those in underserved and rural areas. The UMES SVM will enhance diversity within the veterinary profession and build a world-class educational program that serves as a hub for veterinary innovation, research and community outreach – not just for Maryland but the the entire region and beyond.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are excited to share updates on the school\u2019s opening on this page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the School of Veterinary Medicine at UMES<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our new School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is currently seeking accreditation through the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education (COE) and will be the first of its kind in Maryland and among the nation’s public historically Black colleges and universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pending approval from our accrediting body, the SVM will begin admitting students and will build upon UMES’ strong legacy as a 1890 Land Grant HBCU. The new school complements the University’s nationally recognized programs in agriculture, agribusiness, natural sciences, and health professions – adding another distinguished offering to an institution that already provides more health professional programs than any other HBCU in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program aims to meet the growing demand for veterinarians both regionally and nationally, while advancing diversity within the profession. The establishment of the SVM further strengthens UMES’ role as one of nineteen 1890 Land-Grant institutions committed to excellence in education, research, and service. <\/p>\n\n\n

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