My Interview Experience - Salus (PCO)
Hello, I saw someone else do it for other schools and I figured we might as well get one for Salus optometry students because I could not find another like this! These threads tend to be super helpful...
View ArticleHow late into the application cycle is it?
My goal was to have my application submitted in early September, but due one one of my LoRs taking longer than expected to come in it's looking like I wont' be submitting until the end of the month....
View ArticleSALUS Scholars program MMI Interview?
I have my MMI interview at PCO for the scholars program. Has anybody done that to share the experience here please?
View ArticleWhen do schools receive official OAT score?
if i'm taking the OAT tomorrow and my interview is 1 week after, will the school know my score by then?
View ArticleHousing at NOVA.
Hey guys, for those that are attending NOVA, where do you guys live and how much you guys are paying per month? Thank you for answering!
View ArticleNECO
Hey guys, just wondering if anyone who had an interview at NECO could talk about their experience? Or just your thoughts on NECO in general. Thank you!
View Articleclass of 2023!
With OPTOMCAS being open and applications and interviews being held, can this the post we have to post stats? Thanks!! Date OptomCAS submitted: Date verified: OAT Scores: Major: GPA: Extracurricular...
View ArticleKYCO NBEO SCORES
Heard someone connected to KYCO say their Part 1 NBEO PASS RATE (first time) was 51%. If someone can confirm or deny it would be helpful
View ArticleInterview at Salus PCO- Looking for those who were in my group!
Hey Everyone! I just had my interview at Salus PCO and I absolutely loved the group I was in. I feel like we all got along pretty well! The facility was amazing and the faculty even better. My name is...
View ArticleOpinion on work experience before applying to optometry school
So, I have been working as an optometrist's assistant in an optometrist's office for a little over a year now. Here I'm in charge of working up the patients, claiming and verifying insurances,...
View ArticleMacBook Pro or iPad for optometry school?
I currently have an outdated MacBook Air and I looking to replace it when I go into optometry school. I like the convience of an iPad but I’m hesitant if it will be able to replace a laptop Im open to...
View ArticleDress for interviews
Hello fellow pre-optometry students, I’m hoping those that have already had some interviews can let me know if anyone was wearing a professional/business dress? It’s hard for me to find slacks that...
View ArticleHelp! Pre-med taking MCAT --> pre-opt
I was studying the MCAT this summer and am still taking it soon, but along the way, I realized medicine might not be for me. I realized the MCAT took a toll on me, and further into med school with...
View ArticleMWU interview
Hey guys soo need some advice I finally got my first interview at MWU in March and my gpa was 3.03 and oat score was 290 avg and 300 science. However I have a lot of experience working as a optometry...
View ArticleMWU Chicago Interview
Hello all I’m heading to my interview in Chicago soon and needed some tips / advice / what they ask. Can someone PM me or reply to this thread and let me know what’s expected throughout the whole day /...
View ArticleLow GPA, chances of getting into SUNY?
Hi, I graduated with a BA in Biology from Binghamton University in 2019. I was admitted into my university's 3/4 year Optometry Joint Degree program from high school which meant if I maintained a good...
View ArticleSALUS or MCPHS??????
Hello everyone. I recently got accepted into Salus and MCPHS traditional programs. I just wanted some advice on both schools before I make a final decision. Some information to know: MCPHS has given me...
View ArticleSUNY or NECO?
Hi guys, I've been seeing a lot of these posts lately, but I truly need help on deciding which one of these two schools I should attend. I recently got accepted to both SUNY and NECO, and my deadline...
View ArticleNOVA or SCO
Hello, I was wondering if I could get some opinions on these 2 schools. I’ve been accepted into both of them with scholarships that would lead them to being relatively equal in terms of tuition(~17-18k...
View ArticleSCO or IUSO?
Hi! I am trying to decide between SCO and IUSO, does anyone have insight? I loved the program at SCO but I'm a bit iffy about Memphis as a city. IU is closer to home and I still liked the program but...
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