Traditional Admissions Application Preview
Letter to Applicants
Dear Candidate:
Thank you for your interest in the Blinn Veterinary Technology Program – Traditional Track. This program is a two-year program within the Blinn College Division of Natural & Physical Sciences, and new classes are accepted at the beginning of each Fall semester. Upon successful completion of the program, an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology degree will be conferred. We will only be accepting applications electronically through Microsoft Forms. Please DO NOT SUBMIT THIS DOCUMENT. It is for preparation purposes only.
First, you will find an Admission Criteria checklist. This checklist outlines the requirements that must be met before applying to the Veterinary Technology Program. You will also find an Admission Documents checklist, which lists all necessary documents required for your packet submission. Please review all information carefully prior to completing your online packet.
A complete application to Blinn College, including unofficial transcripts from all schools, is required before applying to the Veterinary Technology Program. Official transcripts should be sent directly to Blinn College.
The deadline for submitting applications is April 15, 2026. Failure to meet this deadline and/or submission of an incomplete application packet will disqualify the applicant from the selection process. References and supervisors of veterinary experience will have until May 15, 2026 to submit documentation.
Qualified applicants will be scheduled for a video-conference interview. Accepted applicants must attend a mandatory orientation prior to the Fall semester and must submit proof of immunizations (Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Rabies) and a criminal background check.
For questions, visit http://www.blinn.edu/veterinary-technology or contact the program office at 979-209-7202.
Sincerely,
Blinn College District – Veterinary Technology
Pre-Admission Criteria Checklist
- Apply to Blinn College and select PVTH (Pre-Veterinary Technology) as your major for Fall 2026.
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges previously attended.
- Be Texas Success Initiative (TSI) complete or exempt.
- Watch the Veterinary Technology informational session.
- Complete the following prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher:
- BIOL 1406 – Introduction to Biology
- MATH 1314 or 1324 – College Algebra
- ENGL 1301 – Composition
- Complete a minimum of 80 hours of supervised veterinary clinical experience under a Licensed Veterinarian or Licensed Veterinary Technician.
Admissions Packet & Process – Step-By-Step
Step 1: Complete all sections of the Admissions Packet
- General Information
- Vaccination Status
- Previous Education/Degrees
- Prerequisites & Required Academic Courses
- Professional Certifications
- Clinical Experience
- Previous Employment
- Extracurricular Activities / Community Service
- Questionnaire
- Documentation of Supervised Veterinary Experience
- References
- Military Service Documentation (if applicable)
Step 2: Submit Official Transcripts
Submit official transcripts from all colleges other than Blinn. Failure to do so will disqualify the application.
Step 3: Complete the Admissions Form
Complete the online Admissions Form. DO NOT SUBMIT THIS FORM – PREPARATION PURPOSES ONLY.
Step 4: Interview
Prepare for your virtual interview with the Program Director and Clinical Coordinator.
Preview of Application Questions
The questions below are provided for preview purposes only and are intended to help you prepare your responses in advance. This preview reflects the content of the official application form; however, responses cannot be submitted from this page.
To complete your application, please use the official online form when it becomes available. We recommend reviewing these questions carefully and preparing any required information ahead of time to ensure a smooth submission process.
General Information
- Applicant Name
- Mailing Address
- Personal Email
- Blinn Email
- Blinn ID
- Phone Number
- Birthdate
- Year of Submission Date
- How did you hear about the Program?
Vaccination Status
- Please check which of the following vaccines you have been vaccinated for:
- Hepatitis B
- Tetanus
- Meningococcal
- Rabies
Educational Background
- Select your highest degree of education:
- High School Diploma
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor Degree
- Masters Degree
- PhD
- List any degrees you have earned (include school, degree, year).
- List any current professional certificates you hold (include organization, date qualified, and renewal date if needed).
Pre-Requisites
- Which of the following pre-requisites have you completed?
- ENGL 1301 – English Composition
- MATH 1314 – College Algebra
- BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors
- I am currently taking one or more of the courses.
- What was your grade in ENGL 1301?
- A
- B
- C
- D or below
- Course in progress
- What was your grade in MATH 1314?
- A
- B
- C
- D or below
- Course in progress
- What was your grade in BIOL 1406?
- A
- B
- C
- D or below
- Course in progress
- List any equivalent courses (include course, college, year, and grade).
Co-Requisites
- Which of the following co-requisites have you completed?
- BIOL 2420 – Microbiology
- SPCH 1318 – Interpersonal Communication
- PHIL 2306 – Intro to Ethics
- What was your grade in BIOL 2420?
- A
- B
- C
- D or below
- Course in progress
- Course not yet taken
- What was your grade in SPCH 1318?
- A
- B
- C
- D or below
- Course in progress
- Course not yet taken
- What was your grade in PHIL 2306?
- A
- B
- C
- D or below
- Course in progress
- Course not yet taken
- List any equivalent co-requisite courses.
Employment & Activities
- Have you had clinical experience in the past 5 years?
- Yes: 1–6 months
- Yes: 6 months–1 year
- Yes: 1–3 years
- Yes: Greater than 3 years
- None at this time
- If yes, list clinic name(s) and duties.
- Have you had non-animal employment in the past 3 years?
- Yes
- No
- If yes, list employment and duties.
- Have you been involved in extracurricular activities or community service within the past 5 years?
- Yes
- No
- If yes, list activities/services and a short description of your experience.
Questionnaire
- Why do you want to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician?
- What is the difference between a licensed veterinary technician and a veterinary assistant?
- Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
References
- Please list your first reference (name, relationship, email, phone number).
- Please list your second reference (name, relationship, email, phone number).
- Please list your third reference (name, relationship, email, phone number).
- Do you waive your right of access to the evaluations?
- Yes
- No
Supervised Veterinary Experience
- Name of LVT/DVM who supervised you.
- Facility Name
- LVT/DVM Email Address
- LVT/DVM Phone Number
- Dates of Experience
- Total Hours of Experience
- Do you waive your right of access to the evaluations?
- Yes
- No
Military Service Documentation (If Applicable)
- Branch of Military
- Dates of Service
- Date of Discharge
- Was this discharge honorable?
- Yes
- No
Final Submission
- Please type applicant name below for electronic signature.
