Analysis of the costs of veterinary education and factors associated with financial stress among veterinary students in Australia

ConclusionThe costs involved in obtaining a veterinary education in Australia are high and over half of respondents are reliant on parental or Government income support. Respondents with certain sociodemographic profiles are more prone to financial stress. These findings may have implications for the psychological health, diversity and career plans of veterinary students in Australia.
Source: Australian Veterinary Journal - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: EDUCATION, ETHICS & WELFARE Source Type: research