WHY OPTOMETRY??? PLS SHARE
I think a ton of preopto and students interested interested in optometry would like to know this from optometrist, opto students, and those in the current cycle! Pls share your story!
View Articlethinking about going into optometry- advice please!
Hi all, So I've kinda been in a bubble of confusion lately. Just finished first year of dental school. Will say that there have been more cons than pros. Basically have gotten to the point where I feel...
View ArticlePrereqs
Ive noticed some school ask for 1 english course while others ask for 2..... Is it important that I take a second english course before I apply anywhere, or are there ever instances where schools (that...
View ArticleIncomplete Prereq Optomcas
Hi, If I still have a couple pre-reqs to complete should I indicate on Optomcas that "I am not matching any courses to this Prerequisite" Or should i add in an additional semester to my transcript to...
View ArticleApplication verification help!
Hey everyone!! So was wondering how you know when your application was verified? I sent in my application on October 6th and have received nothing yet, my transcripts still say 'not received'. Was...
View ArticlePUCO Interview/Writing Sample
I have an interview with Pacific this weekend. I was wondering what the interviews are like and what the writing sample entails?
View ArticleOptomCAS address
Does anyone know if this is the address I have to send my transcripts to? OptomCAS P.O. Box 9119 Watertown, MA 02471 Tel: 617-612-2888
View ArticleOptometry Grade Repeat confusion
Hey! I had a question that I tried looking for but can't seem to find an answer for it. So basically I got a D in physics in my local community college, then Transferred to a university and got a B+ in...
View ArticleReasons not to choose Optometry
I've be doing this for 25+ years and here's what I think #1. if you are going to do 4 years post grad, why not go to med school ? more interesting, more money, more prestige.( there won't be any...
View ArticleWaiting for Waterloo
I won't be applying until summer 2019, however, I am wondering about the admissions process to Waterloo and their waiting game? (I am a Canadian student so based on the difference in cost Waterloo will...
View ArticleMy complete guide to Optometry applications NSUCO, Salus Scholars, UHCO, SCO
Hello everyone I wanted to write this to give those in pre-optometry or considering optometry and idea of what to expect and tips about going through the process. I wished someone had put something...
View ArticleWhat's up with Salus (PCO) board passing rate?
Salus University - Salus University - Doctor of Optometry I was considering to schedule an interview at Salus but after looking at their stats on board passing rate, I'm really disappointed. 56% part 1...
View ArticleIU
Anyone hear from IU yet / know when the first admissions day is? If so maybe post your gpa and oat so we can see if they've only contacted super high stat applicants so far..
View ArticleNECO ADDITONAL FEES?
Hello Everyone, I was hoping someone could help clarify something for me. As I was finishing applying on optomCAS, I noticed for NECO it asked if I had paid the supplemental fees, which I have not. I...
View Articleico HOLD
my application was put on hold waiting for review of my fall grades...they said they had a lot of positives from my application. I am really worried should I take this as a rejection?
View ArticleTranscripts sent to OptomCAS
Hi guys! So I wasn't aware till later on that I had to send in my transcript in addition to manually adding them on optomCAS, so I sent over my transcript after I applied... So I sent over my...
View ArticleAnyone who has an interview or had one HELP
So, I am applying within the next week-two week and super nervous. My GPA isn't the best, and re-taking my OAT's in December, (but applying before I retake and just sending them over when finished). So...
View ArticleSUNY Optometry or UHCO
Hey guys! I am having trouble deciding between SUNY and UHCO. I was hoping for some feedback about the professors, classes, student life, living expenses and any other details that would be helpful for...
View ArticleLetter of Rec
Hi all, so I just recently submitted my app and for NECO it mentions that you need 2 from professors and 1 from an optometrist. I submitted my app without doubling checking and I have 2 from...
View ArticleICO supplemental selection
Does everyone get sent out a supplemental for ICO? Or is there selectivity in who they send it out to How about for other schools and their supplementals? Thanks!
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