optometry

So I've been accepted to ICO, NECO, and PCO. I'm kind of worried because I dropped 3 classes, I was originally in 5 classes and so I'm only going to get a grade in two classes this semester and end up with 3 W's this semester since I screwed around a lot (Ik im an idiot) and missed classes...

Hi recently got accepted to PCO, ICO, and NECO. I'm having trouble deciding between which school to attend. If any first years or beyond or other people who recently got accepted could provide input that'd be great. Here's my reasoning for each school. 1. ICO Pros: - Offered a 40k...

So I'm currently an undergraduate senior graduating in summer with two dual degrees in Health Sciences and Economics. I came into college wanting to pursue healthcare, but having incredibly poor confidence when it came to science. Thus, used business as a cushion and pursued an economics degree...

So i took my oats and got average score of 290, and science score was 300. I already have my BA in biology graduated with a 3.0(2018 grad). I have shadowed an optometrist for a full summer and have been working as a optometry technician for the past 2 years. i am really considering doing the...

Hi all, I recently got accepted to ICO with a Trustees scholarship. In my letter it indicates that I need to complete microbiology and physics II, however it also says I need to obtain a bachelor degree? Initially I was hoping to obtain my degree, but since I changed my major I need to take 3...

I was wondering if anyone knew what the interview day at western consisted of and how long? Will it just be the interview or an essay is also included?

If there are any students currently living on the IAUPR dorms, do you recommend them? I was wondering if you could chage things in the dorm, like for example the twin bed for a full bed and if there are rules regarding bringing people over.

Hi everyone, I have an interview with Western U this Friday and was wondering if anyone has any advice for me? If you interviewed here do you remember any questions that were asked and tips on how I could prepare? What was the day like? I would really appreciate your feedback! Thanks :)

Hi I'm a 4th year Canadian student and I've applied to NECO, ICO, Indiana, and Salus. I've gotten interviews from all schools, and have already attended Salus' interview. I want to know which schools are cheapest for Canadians, and if there is cheaper schools not on my list please list them as...

Hi I'm a 4th year Canadian student and I've applied to NECO, ICO, Indiana, and Salus. I've gotten interviews from all schools, and have already attended Salus' interview. I want to know which schools are cheapest for Canadians, and if there is cheaper schools not on my list please list them as...

Hello! I recently switched to a B.A in biology due to my hours accumulated in Spanish and because I have interest in taking some business courses and this would allow for it. I currently have a 3.45 GPA and will be taking the OAT this summer and start applying. I was wondering if there's any...

Hey guys, I need opinions of which program do you think is more worth it. Here is some more information on tuition/scholarships/personal UHCO: tuition for a year $24k. 3 hours away from home UIWRSO: tuition for a year after scholarships $31k. living at home Which program do you think is...

I am currently working in an optometry office but I am having trouble filling my schedule at school with classes. This upcoming semester I am only able to fit 9 hours of credit due to my tight schedule at work. I am a junior now. I was wondering if optometry schools will look down on me for not...

I submitted all my applications but my LOR writer hasn't submitted my letter yet. I was wondering if the application is still considered complete and has been sent to the schools? I submitted other LORs through Interfolio as well. Thanks!

hey guys! I was looking for some advice on my standing. Stats: both cumulative and science around 3.0 OAT: 380 Optometric tech for a year(still currently working) Shadowed at 5 locations. My biggest worry is my gpa and grade trends. My grade trends aren’t so great. My very last semester was...

Hey all, kinda hyperventilating over here so I thought I’d bring it to the forum to see if I’m right to be freaking out. I’m currently applying to 10 schools (is that too many..?) and kinda wanna get other ppls options on what my chances might be. Here’s a little background: I just finished my...

Hey guys, about how long did you wait to hear back after you had your interview? Specifically UHCO but other programs as well

i was trying to calculate my science gpa and I was just wondering if it’s included

I'm interviewing at ICO and I was wondering if anyone had any tips/would be able to share their experience. Thanks!

Hi all, I am new here, and though I have read through similar topic threads, I believe there is not much info on CCO. Plus, NECO has changed a lot recently adding a lot to their clinic which I think should be considered. I have got acceptance from all three schools. While I'm very grateful...

hey guys! Do you know any schools that do GPA calculations of their own other than the ones OptomCAS provides?

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Could you tell me your experience and any tips? Thank you!

I still have to finish Orgo 2 so that I could take Biochemistry(I’ll be done with the prereq before matriculation. But is it okay to have 1 prerequisite pending when I submit my applications? Will they put me on hold?

heu guys! I came across a recent thread on repeated courses and it kinda sent me into a panic mode. I’ve retaken my calculus course 4 times throughout undergrad at the same institution. Does OptomCAS only use the last attempt? Like do I put 0 for the first 3 attempts and give credit for the last...

I applied to optometry schools last year and I did get into two schools (PCO and MCPHS) but the classes were filled because I applied late in the cycle. I did not get acceptances from other schools due to my low GPA. Now, I am in a 9 month Masters program and will be graduating in May. I am...

Can i submit my application through optomcas, even though I haven't completed my personal essay yet for each school? Can i still submit my personal essay after submitting my application? I'm super confused and don't wanna submit my application and not be able to submit my personal essay.

Hi all, I just finished writing my personal statement, this is the last thing I have to do before I can submit my application, if you can give me some feedback or anything on it, please message me!

Hi guys, I recently took my OAT and needed some advice on what I should do to boost my application because I REALLY REALLY want to go to SCCO (Ketchum). I'm currently a 4th year at uni and do plan on taking one gap year after I graduate to finish up my pre-reqs at a community college. My OAT...

Please help me I am really confused. I am into my junior year of college and I am still not sure which healthcare career I want to pursue. I worked as a pharmacy technician in retail and had a horrible boss who verbally assaulted me which contributed to me hating the experience. Also when I...

I'm currently doing a general science degree with a psychology specialization, in second year. I was planning to take the OAT in the summer and apply for optometry schools (mostly in the south) at the beginning of my third year. I'll have 2-3 prereq's left to do (microbio, 2nd physics and...

So I have upcoming interviews at SCO UHCO UIW Western and MIdwestern AZ. I wanted to know if their are any things I should know specific to any of the schools for that process. I already have a pretty good understandings of most of the types of questions to be asked from this board, and I also...

hi there!! does anyone know if we can recycle personal statements for each program? kind of a dumb question since (at least for the programs i'm applying to) the personal statement questions are either identical or wording is very similar. is there such a thing like you can't recycle what...

Hi, I'm a 4th year Canadian BSc student. I've got about two years of experience of working as an optometric assistant. 50+ hours of shadowing. I've also been an executive in my schools Golden Key club for two years and have done a bunch of other volunteering stuff. OAT score: 340 AA 330 TS...

Hey, I'm second year in an honours physiology degree in Canada, but I'm thinking of switching to psychology (still a science degree) to have more flexibility to take my prerequisites, focus on those and make sure my GPA is competitive (right now overall i'm at a 3.4). Would there be any...

I applied this cycle and I'm hoping to strengthen a weakness in my app; clinical experience. I've secured a job as a scribe, but I also have an interview for an optometric assistant position. Which one do you think is a better choice?

Hello, my current number one school choice is UHCO and I am trying to get into this cycle, but not sure about my stats. My GPA is really low 3.08, but hopefully by the time I graduate it will be almost a 3.2 I just took my OAT scores yesterday and did really well on the science section, but I...

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Hi all! I took the OAT yesterday and safe to say, I am somewhat disappointed in my results... Biology: 290 Gen Chem: 280 Organic Chem: 340 Reading Comp: 310 Physics: 250 QR: 370 Total Sciences: 280 AA: 310 I took 4 practice exams with Princeton Review's OAT CRACKER and scored much higher in...

hey! I'm just trying to do some research on schools that favor the OAT or at least weigh it higher than GPA. The reason for this is to decide where I may have a better chance at acceptance. If anyone can help me, that'd be really great:)