No more grade replacement OptomCAS
Hello everyone, I submitted a few applications and relialized that my gpa on the verified application is way below what I originally had from my official transcripts. I spoke to an Optomcas agent and...
View ArticleNOVA OR UAB
I would like some input on two programs I am between. I am between UAB and NSU. My parents are moving to FL however I will not get instate FL tuition because they have not lived there long enough. Both...
View ArticleAnyone hear back from Berkeley yet?
Hi all! I applied during the September month and had an interview on October 2nd. I haven't heard back from them yet, but I am expecting a response possibly this week? Don't want to get my hopes up too...
View ArticleShould I still apply this cycle?
I took my OAT in September and got a 270 AA/TS. I will be retaking the exam in January. I am also worried about my GPA, especially my science GPA. my cGPA is 3.2 and sGPA around 2.8-2.9 I do have some...
View ArticleChad's Prep Videos
Hi all, For those who used Chad's videos (coursesaver) to prepare for the OAT, did you only use his OAT specific videos? Or did you use all the videos he has posted for each subject? Thanks!
View ArticleAdmission Acceptance & Deposits
Hello there! I have applied to three schools, but did not time it out strategically. I have two interviews coming up, and the third is not until December... My worry is that these schools would want me...
View ArticleIUSO Admissions Day
I recently received an invitation to IUSO admission day. I know it’s not a formal one on one interview, but can anyone offer any insight/advice on what it’s like?
View ArticleWATERLOO GPA conversion for Letter Grades
Hi everyone! I was hoping someone could help me with my GPA conversion for the AIF. I go to york and we only use letter grades. An A at the school is 80 -89. However, when I look at OMSAS to look at...
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OptomCAS Transcript question
Hey everyone, So I sent my transcripts to OptomCAS back in July and it included a Fall 2020 course which I dropped before the semester even started. It was a "planned" course so I had it in there just...
View ArticleIs Salus finished interviewing Oct. 30 (this Friday)?
On my interview portal sign-up, it only goes out until October 30. Does it show this for everyone else?
View ArticleWisconsin + debt
I have been planning to apply at the end of the year. However as the time is getting closer and closer, the debt that I will be signing up for is becoming more of a turn off. I was wondering if anyone...
View ArticleAnyone got accepted with low OAT scores?
Hi all, I took my OAT today and did not do good, I will share my stats below. Prior to taking the OAT, I had an interview with PCO and MCPHS, and I got acceptance from both. PCO asked me to complete...
View ArticleUCBSO vs. SUNY
Hey all! I'm blessed to have been accepted to both programs and I'm having the hardest time choosing between the two. Would love some insight! UCBSO: I'm a Bay Area native so attending Berkeley is my...
View ArticlePCO Timeline
Hello! For anyone who has been accepted to PCO, what was your acceptance timeline? And what time did you get the email?
View ArticleICO midwestern CCO accreditation
Hello everyone! hope everyone’s interviews are going well. I got accepted into Midwestern CCO and was wondering if someone can help me understand their current accreditation, and what that would mean...
View ArticleUIWRSO interview questions
Hi! UIWRSO is my top choice and I would love to do well in the interview. Could anyone give me more information like: How was the interview? How did you prepare? How did you feel you did? Did you get...
View Articlemidwestern CCO accreditation
Hello everyone! hope everyone’s interviews are going well. I got accepted into Midwestern CCO and was wondering if someone can help me understand their current accreditation, and what that would mean...
View ArticleLoans
I didn't have to take out any student loans for undergrad, so I'm struggling on how to go about taking out loans for optometry school. Can anyone give some info on how and what to do to take out loans?
View ArticleCompetitive for Optometry School?
Hello all, I am contemplating some different alternatives to grad school. I am graduating in the Summer with a B.A. in History/Minor in Biology. I have a lower GPA/sGPA (3.68/3.54) with a nasty...
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