Board of Veterinary Examiners

VTNE Examinations

VTNE applicants must be registered and be approved to sit for the exam through AAVSB. The deadline to apply through the division is 45 days before the date of the next examination. Visit the American Association of Veterinary State Board's Website for locations and more information.

• Summer 2024 Examination Window: July 15 - August 15, 2024
  The application window for the summer exam is April 15 - June 15, 2024. All application materials must be received by the state of Alaska by June 15, 2024.
• Fall/Winter 2024 Examination Window: November 15 - December 15, 2024
  The application window for the Fall/Winter exam is August 15 - October 15, 2024. All application materials must be received by AAVSB by October 15, 2024.
• Spring 2025 Examination Window: March 15 - April 15, 2025
  The application window for the Spring exam is December 15, 2024 - February 15, 2025. All application materials must be received by AAVSB by February 15, 2025.

NAVLE Examinations

NAVLE applicants must register for the exam through the International Council of Veterinary Assessment (ICVA). Visit the International Council for Veterinary Assessment Website for the latest information.

• Fall/Winter Examination Window: November 4 - December 21, 2024.
  The deadline to apply to take the NAVLE during this fall test window is August 1, 2024. (opens in early-June 2024)
• Spring 2025 Examination Window: April 1 - April 26, 2025.
  The deadline to apply to take the NAVLE during this spring test window is February 1, 2025. (opens in early-June 2025)