Vet tech schools in Virginia

Looking for veterinary technician schools in Virginia? There are 3, including 3 public colleges. Vet teches in Virginia earn a median $52,090 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
3
Median pay in VA
$52,090

3 veterinary technician schools

School results

  1. Blue Ridge Community College

    Weyers Cave, VA · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Electrician
    • Automotive technician
    • +9

  2. Northern Virginia Community College

    Annandale, VA · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +17

  3. Tidewater Community College

    Norfolk, VA · Public

    • Veterinary technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

What vet teches earn in Virginia

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

Vet tech salary in VirginiaHow to become a vet tech

Median pay
$52,090
$25.04 an hour
Typical range
$35,590–$75,770
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in VA
2,790
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 Virginia?

We list 3 schools in Virginia with veterinary technician programs: 3 public colleges. Campuses are in Weyers Cave, Annandale, and Norfolk.

Are there community college veterinary technician programs in Virginia?

Yes. 3 public colleges in Virginia 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 Virginia?

Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,919 to $13,997. 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 Virginia?

The median pay for vet teches in Virginia is $52,090 a year, and most earn between $35,590 and $75,770, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a veterinary technician school in Virginia?

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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