Pre-Professional Health & Law Support Services
Pre-Optometry
What do optometrists do?
- Optometrists (O.D.) are independent primary health care professionals specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of vision problems and other eye abnormalities.
- They examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the eye, visual system, and associated structures.
- Optometrists can prescribe optometric treatments such as corrective lenses, contact lenses or vision therapy in order to provide patients with clear and efficient vision.
Preparation Resources
Research and Select Professional Schools
Once you know your health care path, how do you determine which programs might be a good fit for you?
Program Exploration
Unofficial Prerequisites
How do you develop into a holistically prepared candidate?
Prerequisite Coursework Involvement
Understand the Optometry Admissions Process
From exam preparation to professional school matriculation
Prepare for the OAT Apply Personal Statements Resumes Letters of Recommendation Interview Resources
Optometry Field Resources
How to get involved and learn more about what is going on in your professional field of interest
Professional Associations