Rural veterinarians can now apply for debt relief

    The Colorado Veterinary Education Loan Repayment Program site is now live, with information on the program and an online application form. Applicants must have graduated from an accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine school in 2017 or later and currently live in Colorado or, at some point, have lived in Colorado for at least three years.
    The Veterinary Education Loan Repayment Program paves the way for veterinarians to work in rural communities where large and small animals — and their owners — need professional services. It was signed into law by Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper June 5, 2017.
    “This is great news for not only the veterinarians receiving this award but for Colorado’s livestock industry,” said State Veterinarian Dr. Keith Roehr. “During recent years, there have been fewer livestock veterinarians offering services in Colorado; this program encourages veterinarians to serve in communities in need of their valuable service.”

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