Vet tech schools in New York
Looking for veterinary technician schools in New York? There are 9, including 9 public colleges. Vet teches in New York earn a median $59,010 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 9
- Public colleges
- 9
- Median pay in NY
- $59,010
- Cities with schools
- 4
Vet tech schools by city
- New York (4 within 30 mi)
- Yonkers (4 within 30 mi)
- Hempstead (4 within 30 mi)
- Spring Valley (4 within 30 mi)
What vet teches earn in New York
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $59,010
- $28.37 an hour
- Typical range
- $47,640–$78,760
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NY
- 5,350
- 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 New York?
We list 9 schools in New York with veterinary technician programs: 9 public colleges. Campuses are in Bronx, Long Island City, Batavia, Selden, and Alfred.
Are there community college veterinary technician programs in New York?
Yes. 9 public colleges in New York 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 New York?
Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,462 to $17,225. 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 New York?
The median pay for vet teches in New York is $59,010 a year, and most earn between $47,640 and $78,760, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a veterinary technician school in New York?
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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Vet tech schools in other states
- California (32)
- Colorado (13)
- Florida (13)
- Texas (13)
- Ohio (11)
- Pennsylvania (11)
- Arizona (9)
- Illinois (8)
- Oklahoma (8)
- Washington (8)
- Puerto Rico (8)
- Iowa (7)
- Michigan (6)
- North Carolina (6)
- Wisconsin (6)
- Georgia (5)