Researching Optometry Schools

[eyegotcha]

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Heeey guys,

I'm trying to research the optometry schools that I want to go to because I'm still not sure about which one I want to apply to. I was wondering where you all found all your information? Did you guys just go to their main sites? Or do you guys have sources which compiles information from all of the optometry schools?

Also, what should I be looking for when I'm researching a school? Clinical care? externship? anything else?

Please help! Thanks 🙂

 

[Squint]

http://www.opted.org/files/public/Profile_of_Entering_Class_2008.pdf

Above is a useful comparison of fees, requirements , etc. Also check each school's web site.

 

[JMU07]

Yeah - opted has all your info!

You want to look for a) affordability, b) diverse patient base at the school's clinic, c) good extern sites, d) good FIRST-TIME passing board scores. Not necessarily in that order, but those are all important factors.