Vet tech schools in Minnesota

Looking for veterinary technician schools in Minnesota? There are 4, including 4 public colleges. Vet teches in Minnesota earn a median $57,270 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
4
Median pay in MN
$57,270

4 veterinary technician schools

School results

  1. Dakota County Technical College

    Rosemount, MN · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  2. Minnesota North College

    Hibbing, MN · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  3. Ridgewater College

    Willmar, MN · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +19

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  5. Rochester Community & Technical College

    Rochester, MN · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +12

What vet teches earn in Minnesota

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

Vet tech salary in MinnesotaHow to become a vet tech

Median pay
$57,270
$27.54 an hour
Typical range
$42,640–$65,120
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MN
3,560
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 Minnesota?

We list 4 schools in Minnesota with veterinary technician programs: 4 public colleges. Campuses are in Rosemount, Hibbing, Willmar, and Rochester.

Are there community college veterinary technician programs in Minnesota?

Yes. 4 public colleges in Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $10,046 to $14,435. 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 Minnesota?

The median pay for vet teches in Minnesota is $57,270 a year, and most earn between $42,640 and $65,120, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a veterinary technician school in Minnesota?

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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