Hey Everyone! I wanted to get some of your opinions on my chances of getting in Optometry school during this application process. My gpa is 3.3 and I have done an Internship and have shadowed and dome some work with more than one Optometrist. My OAT scores however are kinda on the lower than average side. I have received information about the POP program at NOVA so far, do you think this would be the only way I would get accepted in their program during this application process by doing the program? I also got word from PCO to retake my OAT again, in which I have already taken it twice. From my first test to my second test I only went up ten points, a little disheartening considering all the study I had done. However I do not feel as if my scores on my OAT represent me as a person or reflect my abilities as a student. I just wanted some feedback on what to do, or if I stand a chance of getting accepted. I applied to four schools however, I have stayed in contact weekly with NOVA. NOVA and PCO are my top choices right now.
What are my chances?
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I think you have a good chance - but obtaining a better OAT score would help you tremendously. I was in a similar situation last year, but I had a great OAT - which only took me 2 months to study for - I learned most of the stuff on my own since I didn't take the prereqs yet (I'm an engineer). If I can do it, so can you. With a good OAT, I applied literally on the deadline (end of Feb) to only one school and got in. It might seem hard, but retaking the OAT would be much faster/easier than taking more courses to boost your GPA.
If you choose not to take the OAT, I'd say you still have a decent chance. With more schools opening, the admission average will drop. Your GPA of 3.3 is very solid for optometry schools. Good luck!
If you choose not to take the OAT, I'd say you still have a decent chance. With more schools opening, the admission average will drop. Your GPA of 3.3 is very solid for optometry schools. Good luck!
If NOVA only offers me a seat during this application process by doing the POP program do you think I should take their offer. I have already decided to go interview, but I really wish I could be accepted without having to do that whole POP program for a year. I won't be able to take the OAT again till March 15, and I am afraid that will put me close to not getting a seat since I am sure a lot of seats have already been filled by then. I just really want to be accepted, this is something I am so passionate about and I have waited for, for so long.
