Cheapest Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences Colleges

Brigham Young University-Idaho delivers the nation's most affordable Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences education at just $7,131 net cost, nearly three times cheaper than second-place Morehead State at $10,089. This massive price advantage comes as veterinary support roles expand rapidly across the Mountain West, where large animal practice creates steady demand for biomedical specialists. The 95.56% acceptance rate at BYU-Idaho contrasts sharply with competitive programs like UMass-Amherst at 63.52%, showing accessible entry points exist in this specialized field.

Programs

$7,131 – $23,691

Net Price Range

$44,542

Avg. Program Earnings

61.3%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Brigham Young University-Idaho Rexburg, Idaho	$7,131	$4,656	55.1%	95.6%
2	Morehead State University Morehead, Kentucky	$10,089	$9,838	47.7%	84.0%
3	Washington State University Pullman, Washington	$14,401	$12,997	61.6%	83.1%
4	Mississippi State University Mississippi State, Mississippi	$15,501	$9,815	62.9%	75.2%
5	Mercy University Dobbs Ferry, New York	$15,770	$22,106	48.1%	85.9%
6	University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota	$17,139	$16,488	84.8%	74.9%
7	Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge, Louisiana	$20,015	$11,954	71.0%	75.7%
8	Faulkner University Montgomery, Alabama	$21,165	$23,920	37.7%	82.4%
9	University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, Massachusetts	$23,691	$17,357	83.2%	63.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What accounts for the dramatic cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

BYU-Idaho's $7,131 net cost reflects the university's religious subsidy model, while UMass-Amherst reaches $23,691 due to full research university overhead. Public schools like Mississippi State offer in-state students significantly lower costs at $9,815 compared to their $15,501 net price.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in this field?

Higher-cost programs generally show stronger completion rates, with UMass-Amherst achieving 83.20% graduation and University of Minnesota reaching 84.80%. Budget leader BYU-Idaho maintains a respectable 55.10% rate despite its low cost structure.

Does acceptance rate indicate program quality or just accessibility?

BYU-Idaho's 95.56% acceptance rate suggests broad accessibility rather than selectivity, while UMass-Amherst's 63.52% rate indicates more competitive admissions. Most programs accept 75-85% of applicants, showing this field remains relatively accessible compared to veterinary medicine.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.