🇪🇸 Public University · Zaragoza, Aragon

Veterinary Medicine at University of Zaragoza

Established public veterinary school in the heart of Aragon. EBAU-based admission with a cut-off around 10.5–11.5/14. 120–130 places per year at competitive public university fees.

~€1,200 Tuition/year
~10.5–11.5 Typical cut-off /14
~125 Places per year
5 years 300 ECTS

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

Duration5 years (300 ECTS)
CampusCalle 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

Cut-off grade 2024-25: 9.999 / 14.0

Places 125

  1. 1. Prepare EVAU with focus on Biology & Chemistry

    These subjects carry the highest weighting for veterinary programmes in Aragon.

  2. 2. Sit EVAU in June

    Register and sit your university entrance exams in Aragon (or transfer your results from another region).

  3. 3. Apply via Aragon admissions

    Apply through the Aragon pre-university admissions system in July. You can list multiple degree choices.

  4. 4. Check allocation

    Results published in mid-July. Places filled by descending nota de admisión.

  5. 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

Scholarships & financial aid

Beca Gobierno de Aragón

La DGA puede convocar ayudas propias complementarias.

Exención por matrícula de honor

MH en Bachillerato da derecho a exención de tasas el primer año.

Cost of living

Alquiler habitación compartida (Zaragoza) €400 –€550 / mo
Transporte urbano €30 –€50 / mo
Comida y supermercado €200 –€280 / mo
Ocio y varios €100 –€200 / mo

Application timeline

  1. Nov–Mar
    Información y jornadas abiertas

    Jornadas de puertas abiertas de la Facultad de Veterinaria de Zaragoza.

  2. Abril–Mayo
    Preparación intensiva EBAU

    Repaso final. Practica con la calculadora de nota y el simulador de examen.

  3. Junio
    EBAU (Aragón)

    Examen de acceso en Aragón.

  4. Julio
    Preinscripción Zaragoza

    Preinscripción e inicio del proceso de asignación de plazas.

  5. Septiembre
    Matrícula

    Formalización de matrícula. Gestión de becas.

FAQ

What is the nota de corte for Zaragoza Vet?
Typically between 10.5 and 11.5/14, varying by year. Lower than UAB (~12) or Córdoba (~12.5), making it a good strategic option for students with a solid but not exceptional nota.
What is Zaragoza known for in veterinary?
Strong tradition in large animal medicine (equine, ruminant), food science and veterinary public health. The agricultural character of Aragon provides excellent practical training opportunities.
Is Zaragoza a good place to live as a student?
Yes. Zaragoza is Spain's 5th largest city with excellent quality of life, affordable costs (housing ~€250–400/mo for a shared room) and very good transport: 2h AVE to both Madrid and Barcelona.

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