PCO invited EVERYONE for an interview?

[janedoe88]

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the GPA alone does not define the applicant. PCO takes a look at everything and considers all aspects of the application. I had about a 2.5 GPA with 3 years of experience in optometry including 2 years teching for a private practice. i did horrible in the beginning of college but picked it up as i got serious about my career. i expressed my knowledge in optometry, my dedication to the field, and among other things during my interview. PCO carries a heavy curriculum and I did well and much better than my undergrad GPA.

with that said, GPA only displays a portion about the applicant. the interview process solidifies everything. a student with a 2.5 undergrad GPA is very capable of achieving great grades in optometry school and becoming a great doctor.

I completely agree that it's not fair to just judge on GPA because some people have fluffed up grades, they should really consider the OAT more. But the point of this point was that I just feel like since PCO invited everyone, then I don't want to waste my time and money to fly out there when I don't really have more of a chance than anyone else. Also I heard that having a car is a must at PCO since the clinic is far away and being from CA I won't be able to have one...so I don't think I'm going to the interview.

 

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So, are you going to PCO?

the GPA alone does not define the applicant. PCO takes a look at everything and considers all aspects of the application. I had about a 2.5 GPA with 3 years of experience in optometry including 2 years teching for a private practice. i did horrible in the beginning of college but picked it up as i got serious about my career. i expressed my knowledge in optometry, my dedication to the field, and among other things during my interview. PCO carries a heavy curriculum and I did well and much better than my undergrad GPA.

with that said, GPA only displays a portion about the applicant. the interview process solidifies everything. a student with a 2.5 undergrad GPA is very capable of achieving great grades in optometry school and becoming a great doctor.