There are many details to consider when determining which college to attend for equine studies. While not every career in the equine industry requires a specialized degree, having a degree from a well-known North American horse college may provide a plethora of potential opportunities.

Here are a few Canadian and US colleges and universities which offer equine programs, and some feedback from successful students and dedicated professors.

Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph

The Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) at the University of Guelph in Guelph, Ontario, is one of Canada’s highly-respected equine schools. In Canada there are just a handful of universities or colleges which teach equine studies, but Guelph is a world leader in advancing medicine and health research to improve the health of animals. The main focus at Guelph is the study of veterinary medicine with the goal of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, as well as related graduate studies and bio-medical science degrees.

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