IAUPR Acceptance
Hi! Looking to connect with some students who will be attending IAUPR this fall (Class of 2026). Good luck to everyone on their optometry journeys!
View ArticleSUNY waitlist
Just recieved an email about the SUNY waitlist, anyone know how possible it is to be offered a seat?
View ArticlePUCO Second deposit
Hi Everyone, I interviewed with PUCO in January and was placed on the waitlist. Does anyone know how much movement their waitlist normally sees? Also, is there a day that a second deposit is due for...
View ArticleSubmit questions now for an OAT/DAT Ask Me Anything Session!
Will you be taking the Optometry Admissions Test soon? SDN will be recording an "Ask Me Anything" session with experts from Booster Prep! We will be compiling your questions and providing AMA video...
View ArticleConflicted
So I'm graduating from my undergrad in about 2 weeks. I went through the entire application process while still taking a ton of the prereq courses... so to say the least, it was very hectic and...
View ArticlePUCO Interview
I interviewed at Pacific mid march and have not heard back yet, anyone else on the same boat?
View Article"Standby" list at PCO
Hi everyone! I recently received an email from Salus that I've been placed on a "Standby" list. Anyone else in the same position? How are the outcomes, usually, of those on standby? Thank you!
View ArticleWhat are the major cons and pros of attending IAUPR?
What are the major cons and pros of attending IAUPR?
View ArticleVerified OptomCAS GPA
So I just got my application verified and with retakes my cGPA is a 2.71... I'm freaking out because I discovered I wanted to pursue optometry right during junior year and worked hard to bring up my...
View ArticleClass of 2025 :)
I found that looking at the Class of 2024 thread was super helpful when applying and choosing which schools to apply to, so I thought I would create a 2025 thread to potentially help others! I am not...
View ArticleOptometry Virtual Fair June 2, 2022
From ASCO (I hope the hyperlinks work). Spread the word! COME JOIN US! Learn all about the great career of optometry and all about the Doctor of Optometry programs in one place! It is EASY to register...
View ArticlePre opto application process
Hello pre optometrists and optometrists, I am planning to apply soon as my first time. Is there anything I should definitely keep in mind once I have set up an exam date. I know the timing and dates...
View ArticlePCO/Salus standby list
I was placed on the PCO standby list today and I was just wondering if anyone else is on there or if they were and got accepted afterward? Also, anyone deciding to decline their offer? I’m not sure if...
View ArticleO.D/Ph.D....?
Hello, I know medical schools have M.D/Ph.D options where you study for longer times and be opted out of paying for tuition. I was wondering if there is a similar program in optometry schools where you...
View ArticleWhen to apply??
Hi, I made a career goal change last semester of my Junior year (dentist --> optometrist) due to unforeseen circumstances. I have already taken the DAT last summer (21 AA, which is ~87th...
View ArticleSigning up for exam
Hello, when signing up for OAT are you able to see dates available or you first have to pay the exam fee before seeing dates? First time taking exam. Thank you
View ArticleSUNY Waitlist c/o 2026
Has anyone gotten accepted, the movement seem to be VERY minimal .. nonexistent
View ArticleStarting point for Optometry
Hi! I will try to keep this short and sweet. I graduated with my B.S. in Bio with a cGPA of 3.0 in December of 2020 I have experience as a scribe, shadowing experience (none with Optometry),...
View ArticleCASPer and snapshot
Hey! I am required to take the CASPER and snapshot for waterloo in canada and Salus and UMSL in the USA. However, they have different test dates. Does this mean I would have to take it multiple times?
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