Students applying to optometry schools should consult the OptomCas Website and the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry Website for information on preparation for optometry school.

    OAT (Optometry Admissions Test)

    Students should register for the OAT and take the test in their junior year.

    • The OAT consists of four parts: Survey of the Natural Sciences (Biology, General Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry), Reading Comprehension, Physics and Quantitative Reasoning.

    Visit the OAT (Optometry Admissions Test) Website to learn more.

    Additional Resources

    The following resources may be helpful to you in planning your optometry career: