ACCEPTANCE RATE
100.00%FINANCIAL AID RATE
90%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
16:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$1,576Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology
4960 Northwind Dr., East Lansing, MI
Located on Janitell Road in Colorado Springs, the mission of the Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology (CAVT) is to create “Champion Veterinary Technicians” who can provide compassionate care to patients and possess exceptional professional and personal habits. The school’s focus is on developing a desire and ability for life-long learning, and a high level of professional competency in delivering medical services.
The CAVT is accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association and the United States Department of Education through the Council on Occupational Education. Approval and regulation is carried out by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Division of Private Occupational Schools.
The basic two-year program offered by the CAVT is the Associate’s Degree of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology, which also prepares students for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) for their credentialing. The course consists of 8 quarters, during which students receive basic and advanced training in veterinary services such as Advanced Nursing, Dentistry, Large Animal Nursing, Emergency Nursing, etc.
One of the biggest advantages of studying at this college is the hands-on experience gained by the students. The course curriculum includes 400 hours of training inside a working veterinary hospital, and involves being trained on procedures such as full physical examinations, treatment provision to critically ill patients, managing an entire veterinary clinic’s chemistry lab, educating pet owners and several other medical and surgical procedures.
Tuition for the 24-month program is $28,750 plus other costs. Completion rate during the 2011-12 period was 92%, and job placement was 100% for all graduates as of January 31, 2013.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology is about 120, where graduate students make up roughly 9% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 90% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 60% | $4,779 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 80% | $2,549 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology may offer student services including:- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work