A team of students collaborates during a veterinary check-up, focusing on health evaluation and treatment techniques.

Application Process

Apply for the Veterinary Technology Program

Important Note

Program Application and Transcripts Due:  April 21

PLEASE READ the program application information and instructions carefully.

Note: Complete minimum prerequisites before applying to the program.

  1. Download Program Information
  2. Download Application Instructions (Please read prior to applying)
  3. Download SAMPLE Application 
  4. Apply in MyPortal 

Rabies vaccine required for all students prior to working with live animals. Approximate cost of vaccination series is $1,200. Please speak to financial aid about including this fee in your financial aid package. 

Admission Procedures

Lottery Selection Process

Up to 32 eligible students are randomly drawn and admitted to the program only once a year.

Final selection will be made in May of each year, and we will notify students by mid-May.

Waiting List

The Foothill College Veterinary Technology Program does NOT have a waiting list and students who have previously applied, and wish to reapply, must submit the current application each year.

Additional Contact Information

For questions on course requirements, contact:
Shaelyn St. Onge-Cole
Program Director
coleshae@fhda.edu

Full-time registration is required, and all courses must be taken in sequence.

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Contact Us

Shaelyn St Onge-Cole

Program Director, Veterinary Technology
650.949.7818
coleshae@fhda.edu

Health Sciences and Horticulture Career Support

Building 5200
650.949.7643
healthcareerprograms@fhda.edu

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