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What is Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO) and what does it have to offer? This time last year I had all of my schools lined up: I had done the research, created spreadsheets with program specifics, and began working on essays. It wasn’t until I was on OptomCAS submitting other applications that I came across […]
Sydni Davis, an incoming first year at UMSL College of Optometry, shares her insight on the dreaded optometry school application essay! She’s got some great gems in here that anyone applying to optometry school should take to heart to nail the essay and get that coveted interview! – Peter Jacques, Editor-in-chief THE DO’S Be specific. You are allowed
The Five Do’s and Don’ts of Writing Your Optometry School Application Essay Read More »
It feels like yesterday that I narrowed down what I wanted to be in life, studied and took the OAT, flew for a couple of interviews, graduated undergrad, and enjoyed my last free summer before optometry school. Time flies. But in the last couple weeks of summer, I spent less time relaxing as I was
Pre-Optometry to 1st Year Optometry Student Transition Read More »
We all know that applying to optometry schools is stressful, but that isn’t the most stressful part; the most stressful part is all of the pre-planning you have to do BEFORE you are 100% accepted into the school. Being an international optometry student, I felt that I had a disadvantage as I didn’t know where
Applying to the United States as an International Optometry Student? Start here! Read More »
Attention future class of 2020: OptomCAS, optometry’s universal application for all schools and colleges of optometry, opens today, July 1st 2015. No matter what school(s) you wish to apply to, you will need to apply through this application process. Remember that many schools have rolling admissions, which means that the sooner you apply, the better
OptomCAS for the 2015-2016 Application Cycle Opens Today! Read More »
First off, congratulations! This is a big achievement. You’ve made it through the roller coaster of studying for and taking the OAT, applying and the interview process. You’re well on your way to being an optometrist, and you are to be commended for your achievements thus far! So now what? Here are some things to
I Got Accepted Into Optometry School, Now What? Read More »
The Association of School and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) is pleased to announce their next Virtual Fair on April 21 for pre-optometry students. The Fair is an online event that provides a fantastic opportunity for you to learn about all 21 Doctor of Optometry programs by live chatting with admissions professionals from each school from virtually
Learning Opportunity for Pre-Optometry Students: Optometry Virtual Fair Read More »
Would you reduce your college student loans by 25% if you could? Would you like to be able to retire one year sooner? Now, we all know that the cost of college is constantly growing and that students are having to take out more loan money each year. Furthermore, recent grads from optometry school will
The Advantage of Dual-Admission and Dual-Degree Programs Read More »
For the past two years, I have had the opportunity to volunteer at the Special Olympics of Connecticut Summer Games. One fantastic service that is offered to the athletes is health screenings through the Healthy Athlete program. The program brings healthcare professionals such as physical therapists, audiologists, dentists, optometrists, and others to give physical exams and promote healthy
4 Reasons Why Every Student Should Volunteer for the Special Olympics Read More »
The Health Professions Scholarship Program, or HPSP, is probably the most recognizable military optometry program for optometry students today. The scholarship program consists of an agreement between selectees and their respective services. Scholarships can range between one and four years of educational benefits in exchange for a minimum of three years of service as a
Get Paid to be an Optometry Student: Inside the U.S. Military HPSP Program Read More »
