Gaining Admission to Optometry School
Whether you want to focus on the clinical practice, research or teaching branches of optometry, you'll need to get your doctor of optometry (O.D.) first. The application process for a four-year optometry program is similar to that of many other graduate programs. In order to be considered for an accredited program, you'll need to have completed your undergraduate degree at a four-year college or university, as well as provide scores for the OAT (Optometry Admission Test).
Let's take a deeper look into the Optometry School Admissions Process:
Learn more about the Optometry Admissions
- Is Optometry School Right For You?
- How to Evaluate Optometry Programs
- Search for Optometry Schools
- Your Optometry School Application
- Application Essays
- Getting Recommendations

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