Veterinary Technology at Delaware Technical Community College-Terry

Dover, DE · Public · Associate Degree · Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians

enrolling 11,012 students in Dover, DE.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,035 at Delaware Technical Community College-Terry come in 17% above the national median of $32,474 for Veterinary Technology programs.

With a 40.4x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 1% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Veterinary Technology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

Delaware Technical Community College-Terry ranks #37 among 169 Veterinary Technology programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

Veterinary Technology has a registered apprenticeship option through Veterinary/Lab Animal Tech (Alternate Title: Animal Care Specialist) with a median wage of $37,320/yr — worth exploring for students who prefer structured on-the-job training.

53 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
51
Low End
53
Score
53
High End
Earnings $38,035/yr (17% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (71% shielded)
Job Market Large (63,900 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$401K
1.2% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
40.4x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
3 of 3
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$9,930
Out-of-state: $23,656

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Veterinary Technology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Veterinary technologists and technicians $45,980 +9.1% 84%
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers $37,320 +8.7% 78%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Veterinary technologists and technicians
$45,980
+9.1% growth 84% AI-proof
Veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers
$37,320
+8.7% growth 78% AI-proof

Veterinary Technology Career Guide

What can you do with a Veterinary Technology credential from Delaware Technical Community College-Terry? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Delaware Technical Community College-Terry's Veterinary Technology program score?
A score of 53/100 puts this program in competitive territory — solid outcomes, though not at the top of the Veterinary Technology field.
Why does Delaware Technical Community College-Terry rank so high for Veterinary Technology?
Ranked #37 of 169 programs nationally, Delaware Technical Community College-Terry lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.
How many job openings are there for Veterinary Technology graduates?
Job availability for Veterinary Technology is strong — 63,900 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Delaware Technical Community College-Terry graduates specifically, local market conditions in DE may shift the picture.
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