🇪🇸 Private university · Alfara del Patriarca, Valencia

Veterinary Medicine at CEU Cardenal Herrera University (CEU UCH)

The only private university in Europe with Full EAEVE Accreditation, with a 24-hour veterinary teaching hospital, teaching farm, and the option to study in Spanish, English or French.

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EAEVE ✓ Full Accreditation (Nov 2017) — only private university in Europe
3 languages Spanish, English and French tracks — unique in Spain
≈ €14,600 Tuition/year (indicative 2026 — verify at uchceu.es)
24 h Veterinary Teaching Hospital open year-round
>1,000 external clinical placement slots

About the school

The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at CEU UCH, in Alfara del Patriarca (Valencia), was the first to offer Veterinary Medicine in the Valencian Community and has over 20 years of experience. It is the only private university in Europe with Full EAEVE Accreditation (awarded in November 2017), the most demanding European standard for veterinary education.

It is also the only Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Spain with three language tracks: Spanish, English and French, with free language support included. The official degree qualifies graduates to practise throughout the European Union.

It belongs to the Fundación San Pablo CEU, the largest private education network in Spain.

Verified at uchceu.es/facultad/veterinaria and educaweb.com (June 2026): Full EAEVE Accreditation (Nov 2017, only private in Europe), Alfara del Patriarca location, ES/EN/FR tracks, 24h teaching hospital + farm. Indicative fees ~€14,600/year per educaweb 2026 (earlier figure: ~€11,060 in 2023) — verify at uchceu.es "Tasas académicas / Honorarios Facultad de Veterinaria".

Campus & Facilities

The main campus is in Alfara del Patriarca (Carrer Lluís Vives 1, 46115), about 10 km north of Valencia city. It has a reference Veterinary Teaching Hospital operating 24 hours a day, receiving referred cases from practices across the Valencian Community, where students take part in on-call shifts.

There is also a Teaching and Research Farm for large-animal practice (horses, cattle) and handling, ethology and reproduction of several species (goats, sheep, poultry, dogs, cats), plus more than 1,000 external clinical placement slots. A free shuttle bus runs from Valencia city to campus.

Academic requirements

  • Completed Bachillerato or equivalent (higher vocational qualification, university degree, etc.).
  • Entry does not depend on EBAU cut-off score: admission is by personal interview and profile.
  • Choose a language track: Spanish, English or French.

Work experience

Prior animal experience is not compulsory, but experience with animals (pets, shelter volunteering, clinical placements) is viewed positively in the admissions interview.

Admission

Personal interview with a faculty member. Assessed: motivation to study Veterinary Medicine, prior animal experience, basic knowledge of the profession, and reasons for choosing CEU UCH. Not a technical exam. Decision within ~24 hours.
  1. Application

    Complete the application form at uchceu.es, specifying Veterinary Medicine and your chosen language track (Spanish, English or French).

  2. Personal interview

    Interview with a faculty member; assessed: motivation, animal experience, and basic knowledge of the veterinary profession. Not a technical exam.

  3. Decision within ~24 h

    The faculty communicates the admission decision normally within 24 hours of the interview.

  4. Place reservation and enrolment

    If admitted, pay the place reservation fee and complete enrolment before the start of the academic year.

Completed Bachillerato or equivalent (higher vocational qualification, university degree, etc.) + admissions interview. No EBAU cut-off required.

Interview & exam format

Personal interview with a faculty member (not a technical exam). What is assessed: motivation to study Veterinary Medicine, prior animal experience, basic knowledge of the profession, and why CEU UCH. Decision is normally communicated within ~24 hours.

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Tuition fees

Annual tuition (all students)
€14.600
/ year (2025-26)

Private tuition (~€14,600/year indicative 2026 per educaweb). Official breakdown (reservation + enrolment + fees per ECTS credit) at uchceu.es. Same price for domestic, EU and international students.

CEU Merit Programme (partial scholarship)
€0
/ year (2025-26)

Variable reduction depending on the scholarship awarded (amount TO VERIFY at uchceu.es). Merit scholarships are applied for at the time of pre-registration.

MEC grant (compatible)
€0
/ year (2025-26)

The Ministry of Education general grant is compatible with accredited private institutions. Application: July–September at becasyconcursos.mec.es.

⚠️ Honorarios privados fijados anualmente por la Fundación San Pablo CEU. Consultar desglose oficial (reserva + inscripción + honorarios por ECTS) en uchceu.es. Precio orientativo 2026: ~€14.600/año.

Scholarships & financial aid

CEU Merit Programme

CEU UCH's own merit scholarships (limited places). Apply at the time of pre-registration to maximise your chances. Exact amounts and conditions: see uchceu.es.

Ministry of Education general scholarship (MEC)

State scholarship based on family income and academic performance, compatible with accredited private institutions. Apply at becasyconcursos.mec.es (July–September call).

Student loan — partner banks

Loans with CaixaBank, Santander, Sabadell and Imagin: up to €30,000, terms of up to 8 years. Conditions and application at uchceu.es or directly with each bank.

Large-family fee reduction

Fee reductions based on large-family cardholder status (general or special category). Evidence required at the registrar.

  • CEU Merit Programme — the university's own merit scholarships (limited places). Amounts and conditions: see uchceu.es.
  • Ministry of Education general scholarship (MEC grant), compatible with private universities.
  • Student loans with CaixaBank, Santander, Sabadell and Imagin (up to €30,000, terms of up to 8 years). Verify current conditions at uchceu.es.

Cost of living

Pura Vida on-campus residence (CEU UCH) €700 –€900 / mo
Room in shared flat (Valencia city) €380 –€480 / mo
Private studio / flat (Valencia city) €600 –€800 / mo
Estimated total monthly budget €800 –€1000 / mo

Application timeline

  1. Oct 2026 – Jun 2027
    CEU UCH Open Days

    The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine holds open days at the Alfara del Patriarca Campus: visit the 24-hour Veterinary Teaching Hospital and the Teaching Farm. Check exact dates at uchceu.es.

  2. Year-round (before Mar 2027 for CEU Merit scholars
    Application

    Applications are open throughout the year. Applying early improves access to CEU Merit Programme scholarships (limited places). Reserving a place early also secures your preferred language track.

  3. After application (~24 h decision)
    Personal interview and decision

    Interview with a faculty member (not a technical exam): assessed are motivation, animal experience, and knowledge of the veterinary profession. The decision is normally communicated within ~24 hours.

  4. Apr–May 2027
    MEC grant application window

    Indicative window for applying for the Ministry of Education general scholarship (MEC grant) at becasyconcursos.mec.es. The grant is compatible with CEU UCH as an accredited private university.

  5. Jul–Sep 2027
    Place reservation and official enrolment

    Once admitted, confirm your place reservation and complete enrolment for the 2027-28 academic year. Tuition: ~€14,600/year (verify at uchceu.es). Term starts September 2027.

FAQ

Do I need an EBAU cut-off score to get into CEU UCH?
No. As a private university, admission is by application and personal interview, with no public-system cut-off score. If you have completed your Bachillerato or an equivalent qualification, you can apply for a place.
Is the CEU UCH degree recognised for work across the EU?
Yes. CEU UCH holds Full EAEVE Accreditation (the only private university in Europe with it), meaning the degree carries the same EU-wide recognition as any accredited public faculty.
Can I study in English or French?
Yes. It is the only Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in Spain with three language tracks: Spanish, English and French, with free language support included.
How much does it cost per year?
Approximately €14,600 for the first year (indicative 2026 figure — verify the current official amount at uchceu.es "Honorarios Facultad de Veterinaria"). There are CEU Merit Programme scholarships, MEC grants, and student loans of up to €30,000.
What is the admissions interview like and how should I prepare?
It is a conversation with a faculty member, not a technical exam. What is assessed: your motivation to study Veterinary Medicine, your animal experience, your basic knowledge of the profession, and why you are choosing CEU UCH. The decision comes within ~24 hours. Use the interview simulator on this page to practise.

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