About the school
The Facultad de Veterinaria of the Universidad de Zaragoza is one of Spain's well-established public veterinary schools, located in the city of Zaragoza — Aragon's capital, centrally positioned between Madrid and Barcelona. It holds EAEVE Full Accreditation.
The school is known for its strong large-animal and food science focus, reflecting the agricultural character of Aragon. The nota de corte is lower than UAB or Córdoba, making it somewhat more accessible while still being competitive.
🏆 EAEVE Accreditation
Full accreditation by the European veterinary education body.
🐄 Large animal & food science
Strong tradition in equine, ruminant and food hygiene. Aragon's agricultural sector provides excellent practical opportunities.
📍 Central Spain location
Zaragoza is 2h from both Madrid and Barcelona by AVE high-speed train. Affordable cost of living.
~10.5–11.5/14
Lower cut-off than UAB or Córdoba — slightly more accessible for strong students.
Degree details
| Duration | 5 years (300 ECTS) |
| Campus | Calle Miguel Servet 177, 50013 Zaragoza |
| Places | ~120–130 per year |
| Tuition | ~€1,200/year (public rate) |
Data verified against unizar.es/veterinaria (April 2026). Cut-off grade from universidades.es. All figures subject to annual revision.
Campus & Facilities
Zaragoza Veterinary Faculty is on the Miguel Servet campus, within the Zaragoza university district. Facilities include a teaching hospital (small animals, exotics, equines), experimental farm, and specialist laboratories. Zaragoza city is well-connected: AVE high-speed rail to Madrid in 1h20 and Barcelona in 1h45. Cost of living is significantly lower than Madrid or Barcelona.
Academic requirements
Access exclusively through the Aragonese EBAU/EVAU entrance exam. Specific phase: Biology (0.2) + Chemistry (0.2) + optional Maths II or Physics (0.1). Cut-off: ~10.5–11.5/14. ~120–130 places per year.
Source: unizar.es/veterinaria — verified April 2026.
Work experience
No prior experience required. Integrated practicals from Year 1 at the experimental farm and teaching hospital. Prior animal contact is helpful but not mandatory.
Admission
Places 125
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1. Prepare EVAU with focus on Biology & Chemistry
These subjects carry the highest weighting for veterinary programmes in Aragon.
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2. Sit EVAU in June
Register and sit your university entrance exams in Aragon (or transfer your results from another region).
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3. Apply via Aragon admissions
Apply through the Aragon pre-university admissions system in July. You can list multiple degree choices.
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4. Check allocation
Results published in mid-July. Places filled by descending nota de admisión.
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5. Enrol
Complete enrolment at the Veterinary Faculty with all required documents.
- EVAU passed
- Biology and Chemistry recommended as optional EVAU subjects
- Nota de admisión = Bachillerato (40%) + EVAU (60%) + optional weightings
Tuition fees
| Student profile | Annual fees | 5-year total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇸 Public rate | €1.200 | €6.000 |
Scholarships & financial aid
Condiciones favorables en universidades públicas. becas.educacion.gob.es
La DGA puede convocar ayudas propias complementarias.
MH en Bachillerato da derecho a exención de tasas el primer año.
Cost of living
Application timeline
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Nov–Mar Información y jornadas abiertas
Jornadas de puertas abiertas de la Facultad de Veterinaria de Zaragoza.
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Abril–Mayo Preparación intensiva EBAU
Repaso final. Practica con la calculadora de nota y el simulador de examen.
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Junio EBAU (Aragón)
Examen de acceso en Aragón.
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Julio Preinscripción Zaragoza
Preinscripción e inicio del proceso de asignación de plazas.
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Septiembre Matrícula
Formalización de matrícula. Gestión de becas.
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