Vet tech schools in Oregon

Looking for veterinary technician schools in Oregon? There are 4, including 3 public colleges and 1 private career school. Vet teches in Oregon earn a median $55,810 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
3
Median pay in OR
$55,810

4 veterinary technician schools

School results

  1. Blue Mountain Community College

    Pendleton, OR · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +5

  2. Carrington College-Portland

    Portland, OR · Private

    • Veterinary technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +3

  3. Central Oregon Community College

    Bend, OR · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +17

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  5. Portland Community College

    Portland, OR · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +21

What vet teches earn in Oregon

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

Vet tech salary in OregonHow to become a vet tech

Median pay
$55,810
$26.83 an hour
Typical range
$39,920–$77,710
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in OR
1,120
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 Oregon?

We list 4 schools in Oregon with veterinary technician programs: 3 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Portland, Bend, and Pendleton.

Are there community college veterinary technician programs in Oregon?

Yes. 3 public colleges in Oregon 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 Oregon?

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 $10,405 to $36,595. 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 Oregon?

The median pay for vet teches in Oregon is $55,810 a year, and most earn between $39,920 and $77,710, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a veterinary technician school in Oregon?

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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