Vet tech schools in Massachusetts

We found 5 schools offering veterinary technician training in Massachusetts, with campuses in Gardner, Fall River, Holyoke, and Brockton and more. Vet teches in Massachusetts earn a median $49,540 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
5
Median pay in MA
$49,540
Cities with schools
3

5 veterinary technician schools

School results

  1. Bristol Community College

    Fall River, MA · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • CNC machining
    • Medical assistant
    • +11

  2. Holyoke Community College

    Holyoke, MA · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

  3. Massasoit Community College

    Brockton, MA · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +10

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  5. Mount Wachusett Community College

    Gardner, MA · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +7

  6. North Shore Community College

    Danvers, MA · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +14

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What vet teches earn in Massachusetts

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Vet tech salary in MassachusettsHow to become a vet tech

Median pay
$49,540
$23.82 an hour
Typical range
$37,500–$64,470
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MA
3,990
Job growth, 2025–35
+9.4%
13,400 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many veterinary technician schools are in Massachusetts?

We list 5 schools in Massachusetts with veterinary technician programs: 5 public colleges. Campuses are in Gardner, Fall River, Holyoke, Brockton, and Danvers.

Are there community college veterinary technician programs in Massachusetts?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Massachusetts offer veterinary technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does veterinary technician school cost in Massachusetts?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,547 to $9,000. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do vet teches make in Massachusetts?

The median pay for vet teches in Massachusetts is $49,540 a year, and most earn between $37,500 and $64,470, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a veterinary technician school in Massachusetts?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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