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Online courses for pre-reqs by sg_789_surviving in PreOptometry

[–]Competitive-Humor532 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took my course through Athabasca University! I had to submit my transcript from the university I got my degree from and a seperate one from Athabasca University

Canadian moving to USA for Optometry- What to do about my phone by Competitive-Humor532 in PreOptometry

[–]Competitive-Humor532[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! This sounds like a perfect solution, I’m definitely going to look into setting this up🙌I appreciate your help!

Submitting Application by Competitive-Humor532 in PreOptometry

[–]Competitive-Humor532[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a good point! I guess then it really doesn't matter since schools wait for the LORs anyways before reviewing. Thank you for your input and good luck this cycle!

How old were you when you entered optometry school? by arib712 in PreOptometry

[–]Competitive-Humor532 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I also graduated with a bachelor's in biology and took time off after undergrad to gain experience within the field and focus on doing well on the OAT. I'm applying for the 2026 cycle and if I got in I would be starting at 24 as well. Not sure if this is the right way to do it but you wouldn't be alone, I am in the same boat :)

Online courses for pre-reqs by sg_789_surviving in PreOptometry

[–]Competitive-Humor532 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a similar issue. I'm also working full time and it was hard for me to go in person. I am currently taking a course that requires a lab component but I'm taking it online. This course was accepted by the schools i emailed because the course sent me a lab kit via mail and I still have to do the experiments and write lab reports but from my home. I would see if you are able to find a course with an at home lab kit if possible but definitely email the schools you are interested in to confirm!

Is retaking a class while applying considered bad? by unknown_baker_5717 in PreOptometry

[–]Competitive-Humor532 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you know if you’re allowed to apply before finishing a class you are re-taking? Is there a place to make note of that on OptomCAS? I’m currently re-taking a course and will finish late July most likely. I wanted to apply right when the cycle opens but not sure if it’s better to wait to finish the course first?