Anyone submitted optomcas with only 2 LOR requests logged and then requested...
Hi everyone. Things are wrapping up for me with applications, I'm trying to get my application submitted by this weekend so that I don't approach the late bracket. So far I have 2 professors writing me...
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Hi everyone, I was just wondering if there is anyone who recently interviewed at SALUS that can describe what the process is like? Thanks!
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Hi, I am going to UAB next year for optometry school. I've heard that Alabama is like one of the most racist states in country. Do you think it's safe to be a minority living there?
View ArticleOnline Anatomy/Physiology Courses?
Does anyone know an institution I can take Anatomy and Physiology online? I’ve graduated and have yet to take this course sequence. I’d prefer everything being online and no requirement to go to...
View ArticleIs reschedule the OAT to February too late?
I have my OAT scheduled for the end of this month and already submitted 2 applications to schools. After reviewing practice tests I am stressed about having enough time to review the problems I'm...
View ArticleHow do schools inform you regarding OAT retake?
Hey guys, please please help me out here. I want to know, how do schools let you know that you should retake the OAT? I am assuming they email you? but is it possible that they invite you for an...
View ArticleSalus Univeristy Pre-Reqs for Regular/Scholars Program
Hi all, I was hoping I could get some help from anyone who had already applied to Salus University's Regular/Scholars program. I'm going into my junior year and I'm a bit torn between whether or not I...
View ArticleNECO vs PCO
I've read many threads regarding these specific school comparisons, but was hoping to get some further current feedback from prospective students, current students, and/or graduates. I'm looking for...
View ArticlePH and EHS Major
I am planning to go to Optoemtry school once I graduate from my undergraduate college. My original major was Public Health with a pre-professional concentration. However, my advisor advised me to...
View ArticleAny reapplicants this cycle?
hey guys! I was wondering if anyone here is a reapplicant. If you don’t mind sharing your experience, that’d be great what were your strengths, weaknesses, how you improved,experience..etc.
View Article2018 Term: Personal Statement Question
For those of you applying this term... Is the personal statement the same as the following question commonly asked by every school's application, or are they two different identities. "Please describe...
View ArticleFirst year student here to answer any questions!
Hey everyone, I’ve been on the forum for awhile and I thought I would offer my help to anyone that needs it! If you have questions I’ll do my best to answer!
View ArticleChances of getting into Optometry school
Hi, This is a very long story and I'll try to keep it as concise as possible. I was hoping to determine my prospects towards getting into optometry school. Before listing my stats, I'd like to...
View ArticleWhat are common extenuating circumstances listed on applications?
In many of the applications there is a section asking about extenuating circumstances in your academic record. Do people commonly fill this one? What are good reasons schools appreciate reading? I...
View ArticleWhat are my chances for NOVA for upcoming cycle? 3.2 OVR GPA and 3.0 SCI GPA
Hi guys, I took my OAT on Monday and got a 310 TS and 310 AA. My overall GPA is 3.2 and my science is 3.0. I am applying to NOVA at the end of the month. Should I retake the OAT exam to improve score...
View ArticleMCPHS
Hi, I am currently going through the application process for Optometry school and just recently interviewed at MCPHS. I have looked all over this forum for opinions from current MCPHS optometry...
View ArticlePartial Deposit Waivers?
Do Optometry Schools provide partial deposit fee waivers? Whether it be partial or full due to financial circumstances? Has anyone had experience with this?
View ArticleMidwestern-IL Downers Grover CCO
Does anyone know statistics to get into the New Midwestern School?
View ArticleIAUPR
Has anyone heard anything from IAUPR? I wanted to apply there too but the website is still down I heard the college reopened already but I'm just wondering if they're still accepting applicants for the...
View ArticleDoes anyone know which that weigh OAT more?
I keep calling admissions offices, but they're pretty much telling me the same thing. I know the entire breadth of the application is important but does anyone know schools that weigh the OAT higher...
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