Major Field of Study (MFS)

221-266 - Agricultural, Biological, Nutritional, and Food Sciences

255-256 - Veterinary Medicine/Science

255 - Veterinary Medicine

Professional studies in medical practice aimed at solving animal health problems and injuries, acquiring knowledge of the management of domestic animals and the functioning of the various animal industries.

• Example Program Names:

  • Animal Medicine
  • Veterinarian Medicine
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Veterinary Pathology
  • Veterinary Surgery

256 - Veterinary Science and Pathology

Scientific and research studies of the various approaches to the physiology of mammals. Included are specialties such as reproductive physiology and veterinary epidemiology.

• Example Program Names:

  • Reproductive Physiology
  • Veterinarian Science
  • Veterinary Epidemiology
  • Veterinary Science