KYCO deposit
Can anyone share with me what the process is after making the first deposit for admission with KYCO? Thanks!
View ArticleEquipment Identification Help
Hello! Optometry is not my field and I have attached three images containing an otoscope and another device I cannot identify. They are both Welch-Allyn products but I do not know the model number of...
View ArticlePoor OAT Scores- Need Advice
Hi! This is my first post, so I really hope I'm doing this properly. I took the OAT in September and did not do as well as I had expected from my practice scores. My actual scores were (taken September...
View ArticleMidwestern CCO Interview
For those of you who interviewed at CCO, any advice or tips? I previously interviewed at Midwestern AZ and am assuming it'll be similar but CCO is my top choice so I just want to be as prepared as...
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Salus of ferris?
Here's the difficult situation. I got into Salus. I'm in China and I don't want to go back to the U.S. this year because of the mess that is happening. Even though I am to go back this August it's...
View ArticleIf you don't meet the minimum GPA, does that mean they won't even look at...
OptomCAS changed their grade replacement policy, so instead of counting the most recent grade, they take an average of all attempted grades. My GPA is WAY below 3.0 if all attempts are counted, but...
View ArticleOSU Interview Tips?
I have an interview with OSU Friday. What types of questions do they ask? Do they ask "tell me about a time... and how did you overcome it" or situational-based questions or just generic questions like...
View Articleneco and ico
i was accepted to both of these schools for class of 2025 and i wanted to know if anyone had any insight/advice/opinions on which school i should choose. cost comes out to be about the same when...
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UHCO waitlist
So I just had an interview with UHCO and they put me on their alternative list . I thought it was strange as I had a decent GPA/OAT score but does anyone know if they generally pull from the...
View ArticlePCO Waiting To Make A Decision
Hey guys. I interviewed with PCO and got an answer back, it said that they haven't made a decision and they want to see my OAT scores before they do. I'm taking the OAT on December 21st. I'm nervous to...
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Scholarships for the 2020-2021 cycle
Post any scholarships you have received from schools -How much did they offer? -What are the requirements to renew the award? -What were your stats? I will share mine My stats- OAT 300/300; GPA 3.76...
View ArticleScrewed up my primary application. How damaging would it be if I’m...
Hello. I wanted to ask the folks here a question. This morning, I found out that one of my transcripts on OptomCAS wasn’t sent. I did it today, but I still have to get my transcripts verified...and...
View ArticleAdvice for Pre-Optometry Student
Hello, I would like advice on how to make myself a better candidate for optometry school. I am very nervous. Here up some of my stats: Undergrad at University of Houston / Major: Biotechnology...
View ArticleICO vs UIWRSO
So I'm stuck deciding between UIWRSO and ICO. I have 2 weeks to choose. RSO has cheaper living expenses, cheaper tuition, and has offered me a modest scholarship. However it is 1300 miles away from...
View Articlesending OAT scores HELP!
Hi! I am trying to send my OAT scores but I am confused on the wording on Optomcas. It says that the scores must be sent to Optomcas but once I go to the ADA website to submit my scores, I can only...
View ArticleICO Past/Current Students
Hey guys! I know ICO has a quarter system which means we'll have 2 exams every week. What does midterms/final exam season look like? I know some semester-based schools will have 1-2 weeks with exams...
View ArticleBalancing leisure with educational demands
I am a triathlete and will be starting OD school in Fall 2021. I typically train anywhere from 10 to 14 hours / week, depending on which part of the season it is. Will there be enough free time for me...
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