Additional Documents for SCCO
Hi everyone, What document do we need to submit other than the CV/Resume that we have to submit for SCCO? Since on OptomCAS, SCCO requires 2 additional documents. One that is your CV/resume and the...
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Waterloo Class of 2023
Hi guys! I just wanted to follow the trend from last year and started a post for us current applicants to Waterloo (and other schools too, of course). Share with us your experience with the application...
View Articleexperiences section of OptomCAS format
Hi all! i have a couple questions about this section. 1. I've seen some posts saying that they wrote their descriptions for epxeriences in bullets but they were more than 5 years old so i'm not sure if...
View ArticleHow much time should you give evaluators to write a recommendation letter?
One of my evaluators is asking when I'd like my recommendation letter finished by. Of course I want it in as soon as possible, but it's probably better to give a more definitive deadline. So how far...
View ArticleOpinions on including non-optometry related work experience on OptomCAS?
I'm not a traditional applicant, so on the one hand, I want to show that I have a diverse set of experiences and that I kept myself busy. But on the other hand, I don't want it to seem like I wasn't...
View ArticleOptometry Schools starting Fall 2020
Hi everyone! I'm new here and applying to optometry school this upcoming cycle (2020-2021). I was wondering what is happening with OD schools this year with COVID, like how each school is handling it?...
View ArticlePersonal Statement Review
Hello everyone! I am applying to the 2020-2021 cycle and am feeling very anxious about my personal statement. My gpa is not the best (3.4c/3.1s), so I am really wanting to make sure my PS is impactful...
View ArticleOAT material for sale
Hey everyone, I am currently selling the Mometrix OAT prep book (2019 & 2020 version) along with the OAT destroyer for every subject (2012 version). The 2012 version isnt to far off from the newer...
View ArticleEquipment and Tech Questions
Does anyone know which schools provide students with iPads or any type of tech for school? Also, do any help with costs of equipment? Thank you!
View ArticleDo I have a chance? GPA/OAT
Hello everyone! I'm applying pretty late in the 2019-2020 cycle and I wanted to know if I still would have a chance, given my following info: Cumulative GPA: 3.16 BCPM GPA: 2.70 OAT AA: 310 OAT TS: 310...
View ArticleWhen to apply for best chances at schools, especially OSU??
Hi all, I am really hoping to get into ohio state optometry this cycle. By what date should I have my primary application submitted for the best possible shot of getting in? In other words, what is the...
View ArticleWhich schools are out-of-state friendly?
Please list all that you know, thanks in advance!
View ArticleAfter submitting an OptomCAS application, can you still edit the "Program...
I was about to submit my application for a few schools so I just wanted to check that I can still input my responses for other schools' programs.
View ArticlePersonal Statement
I was wondering if any optometry students would be able to look at my personal statement and give me feedback, if possible. Thank you!
View ArticleStats you should know for Optometry school
Here's a video showing you all the stats for each Optometry school!!!!
View ArticleOptomCAS Verification and Grades
Hey guys! I'm planning on submitting my application at the end of next week (around Aug. 1) but I do have a course in progress (which according to admissions advisors is okay). My course grade only...
View ArticleWaterloo Optometry Class of 2025
Hi everyone! I have not yet seen a thread for those applying this cycle to the OD program at Waterloo University, so I thought to start one! We can use this as a starting point to connect with one...
View ArticleInterview?
Hi all! I was wondering if anyone knows how interviews for schools will work this year? I've been searching for answers but haven't found anything too helpful...also, Berkeley is doing rolling...
View ArticleIAUPR Interview Advice
Hey, can anyone give me guidance on the interview phone call with the school of Optometry in PR?
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