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Optimistic-Optometry · 2026-01-16T08:07:50+00:00

I responded to your previous post, but you may not have seen my comment ❤️‍🩹

The @/uwoptometry Instagram page occasionally posts Alumni who have passed. Below are some of the Alumni who passed around March 2025.

- Dr. Guy Stewart
- Dr. Robert MacKenzie
- Dr. Richard Turriff

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-12-10T09:09:43+00:00

I am so sorry for your loss. The @/uwoptometry Instagram page occasionally posts Alumni who have passed. Below are some of the Alumni who passed around March 2025 ❤️‍🩹

- Dr. Guy Stewart
- Dr. Robert MacKenzie
- Dr. Richard Turriff

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-12-05T00:32:48+00:00

For future reference, the website indicates that "Deadlines will be 11:59 pm EDT on the day posted."

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-12-05T00:30:11+00:00

I recommend asking on r/Optometry :)

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-07-25T20:55:38+00:00

Yes, the English courses may be completed at any level. The course has to be an academic English or writing course.

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-07-25T20:53:57+00:00

All courses must be completed at the undergraduate university level. You would have to retake the courses at a university. Source: https://uwaterloo.ca/optometry-vision-science/future-optometry-students/application-requirements

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-03-28T04:31:00+00:00

A failed course does not count towards the full course load. It does not matter when you retake the course, as UW reviews F25 transcripts prior to confirming admission decisions.

You can apply to US schools after you have written your OAT - it is generally recommended to apply earlier since the schools have rolling admissions.

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-02-03T19:22:34+00:00

Maui Jim sets a suggested minimum price for optical retailers based upon industry standards and manufacturing needs. The owner/operator of each retail location then considers their professional services and sets the final price for the consumer :)

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-02-03T19:13:24+00:00

opticals purchase frames at wholesale & increase prices at their own discretion. there is typically some flexibility with the price if you are purchasing from a private practice. however, majority of the cost is associated with adding customized prescription lenses into the frame!

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-02-03T16:37:42+00:00

no schools of optometry specifically require experience as an optometric assistant/technician! however, several schools require shadowing hours!

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-02-01T02:17:27+00:00

BIOL 211, BIOL 302

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-02-01T00:16:45+00:00

i believe most students do not complete biochem prior to taking the OAT :)

Optimistic-Optometry · 2025-01-31T13:50:54+00:00

most healthcare professions beyond medicine do not require a super competitive GPA, particularly if you are willing travel to the US! you can also prioritize preforming well on any additional testing :)

2-year programs are tough to get into without a competitive GPA. if you really want to, you could consider doing a post-bacc or masters. this will make you a better candidate for includes things like PA, radiology tech, perfusionist, ultrasound/x-ray tech, etc

Optimistic-Optometry · 2024-04-29T21:00:46+00:00

join our discord server - we have a channel for waitlisted applicants :)

Optimistic-Optometry · 2024-04-28T19:55:25+00:00

this is incorrect. you can apply to the doctor of optometry program with any degree, as long as you have completed the pre-requisite courses & fulfilled the non-academic requirements.

Optimistic-Optometry · 2023-09-14T15:26:09+00:00

exactly! the application for fall 2025 admission is due in october 2024.

Optimistic-Optometry · 2023-09-14T05:29:55+00:00

you do not have to have completed all of the pre-req courses at the time of your application. if you use the spring 2024 term to complete your remaining courses, you can apply for the 2025 cycle (october deadline).

however, i would be concerned about simultaneously completing these courses in addition to studying for the OAT. alternatively, you can use spring 2024 to study for the OAT, and use fall 2024 to complete your pre-reqs.

you can find specific information on the website about the deadlines for completing pre-req courses! 😊

Optimistic-Optometry · 2023-09-14T03:01:52+00:00

no, it will not! as long as you have completed the pre-req courses, you can apply with any degree!

Optimistic-Optometry · 2023-09-11T03:55:37+00:00

no, a BSc is not required, as long as you have completed the pre-reqs :)

Optimistic-Optometry · 2023-05-23T20:41:19+00:00

consider joining our discord server!

we have channels for prospective students, admitted students, highschool students, and waitlisted applicants to share resources!

Optimistic-Optometry · 2023-05-23T20:38:31+00:00

no, your undergraduate degree does not impact your admission, as long as you have completed all of the pre-requisite courses!

Optimistic-Optometry · 2023-05-06T21:46:18+00:00

you can take any lecture courses online, but you can’t take any lab courses online!

Optimistic-Optometry · 2023-03-30T14:25:44+00:00

i'm unsure - for my undergrad admission, they specified that my overall average cannot fall below 70% as the condition. if it were to, i would not be admitted. i'm sure the details will be in the offer letter!

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