Processing time for OAT scores

[PreOptometryKid]

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How long does it take for scores to send to schools? I am taking it Jan 20th and that's cutting it pretty late I think. But are schools' deadlines for OAT scores too or is that just the date to have everything else in? Do I need to reschedule for sooner (wouldn't be to big of a deal I think..)? I'm probably applying to neco, suny, and western.

 

[al074755]

When you finish the OAT, you will receive an unofficial score sheet. You should submit them asap, as most schools will accept it until they receive the official scores. Either email, copy or fax should be sufficient. I would probably contact admissions to know their preferred method.

Good Luck!

 

[PreOptometryKid]

Ok thanks so I get an unofficial score at the testing site and give it to schools as a temporary thing?
So where do I designate which schools to send official scores to? Is it the little pop up window on Opted?

 

[al074755]

You designate what schools to send your official scores to when you pay to take the test. They ask you to designate, I think, up to 5 schools for free and then after that you have to pay a fee.

 

[PreOptometryKid]

Hmm ok so if you change your mind about a school, is it possible to add or take out schools from what you picked when you registered?

 

[PreOptometryKid]

So does anyone have advice on whether or not I should reschedule for a sooner date?