VETERINARIAN License in New Jersey

New Jersey requires a DVM degree from an AVMA-accredited school, passage of the NAVLE, and a state-specific examination. The New Jersey Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners, under the Division of Consumer Affairs, oversees the profession. New Jersey has no in-state veterinary school; candidates commonly attend the University of Pennsylvania, Cornell University, or other regional programs. Despite its small size, New Jersey is densely populated with a large companion-animal market, particularly in the New York City and Philadelphia suburban corridors. The state's equine industry is historically significant, with New Jersey earning the nickname 'Garden State' partly for its horse farms, and the state's standardbred and thoroughbred breeding operations in Monmouth and Burlington counties support equine veterinary practice. New Jersey also has a notable agricultural sector including dairy, blueberries, cranberries, and tomatoes, though it is declining relative to development. Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst provides military veterinary positions. The state's proximity to multiple veterinary schools and specialty hospitals offers robust continuing education opportunities.