Ph.D.Vision Science

[Drkp]

---

Members don't see this ad.

Hi Everyone,

I am a doctor from India, right now I am in California and planning to further my education in the field of vision sciences. As I am in California, Berkeley Vision Sciences is a default choice, but I am worried about my GRE scores and educational background.

I scored 1250 (500 Verbal & 750 Quant) which is not quiet an impressive score. I did my undergraduation in non-traditional medicines (BAMS) and three years masters degree in ophthalmology. My GPA is 3.9 as per WES evaluation and it evaluates my degree as 'masters in Non Traditional Medicines'. I would appreciate if somebody can comment on whether my ophthalmology background and test scores will increase my chances to get into Berkeley.

Second option I am thinking about is SUNY college of optometry. So can someone comment on SUNY vision sciences? Are there any other universities which offer Ph.D. vision science?

Thanks

 

[qwopty99]

Your educational background is appropriate.

Your GRE score, while not stellar, should be adequate given you are an international applicant. What might be more important is your TOEFL score.

 

[Drkp]

Thanks for your prompt reply. My husband being S/W Engineer, I guess my options are limited to Berkeley & SUNY. Do you have any idea about PHd program in SUNY in terms of exposure, future career opportunities & funding?

 

[qwopty99]

I don't know a lot about the specifics of funding at the different programs, but if there's one rule, they all differ.

 

[masudparves]

Hi every body,
I have applied in Ph.d. on vision science program in SUNY college of optometry. I have some question. please ans me.

My Profile – GRE 1030 (V300, Q 730,
TOEFL – 80 (18,18,20,22) ;
51%, (converted cGPA 3.35)
Suject: Pharmacy,
Degree: B.Pharm

Applied –
Ph.D. on Vision Science, SUNY College of Optometry: Admission result awaiting


Now please tell me:
1. What is the possibility to get admission in that program?
2. What are the Universities I can apply for?
3. I cant effort further GRE or TOEFL exam, so is there any chance of getting admission?

Thanks
Masud

 

[Drkp]

Hi Masud,

Congratulations on your success for GRE! SUNY is a good University and getting into program really depends on how many applicants they have and what major you are interested in. There are at least 7-8 Universities offering Vision Science PhD.
I am a UC Berkeley student. Universities I know;
1. UC Berkeley
2. Indiana
3. Huston

Huston I guess is a good University as well easy to get in!

 

[IndianaOD]

I was going to say that I know Indiana and Berkley have good PhD programs. IU has some excellent vision science faculty and recently increased their research space.