Veterinary Assistant Schools in Mesquite, TX

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare veterinary assistant programs in Mesquite, Texas. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Veterinary Assistant Schools Near Mesquite, TX

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#1

Abilene Christian University

Abilene, TX In-state option BOC Score 54.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 156
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Alvin Community College

Alvin, TX In-state option BOC Score 60.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 821
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Amarillo College

Amarillo, TX In-state option BOC Score 67.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 2,101
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Amberton University

Garland, TX In-state option
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 15
  • Online programs available

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#5

Angelina College

Lufkin, TX In-state option BOC Score 46.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 534
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Angelo State University

San Angelo, TX In-state option BOC Score 47.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 184
  • Online programs available

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#7

Arlington Career Institute

Arlington, TX In-state option BOC Score 57.5
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  • 2201 E Lamar Boulevard Suite # 150 Arlington, TX 76006-7439
  • (972) 647-1607
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 75%
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 347
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Austin College

Sherman, TX In-state option BOC Score 58.4
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  • In-state tuition: $48,680
  • Out-of-state tuition: $48,680
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 48%
  • Graduation rate: 68%
  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 10

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Austin Community College District

Austin, TX In-state option BOC Score 49.6
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  • In-state tuition: $2,550
  • Out-of-state tuition: $10,590
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 19%
  • Programs offered: 79
  • Annual completions: 4,934
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Baldwin Beauty School-South Austin

Austin, TX In-state option BOC Score 25.8
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 78

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Texas Veterinary Assistant Salary Snapshot

Texas
Texas Median Pay $34,850 $16.75 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $38,150 $18.34 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-9096 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • AVA credential preparation included
  • Clinical hours in veterinary hospital or clinic settings
  • Animal restraint, vital signs, and specimen collection skills
  • Surgical prep and post-operative care training
  • State regulations on veterinary assistant scope of work

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