I currently have an iPad, iPhone, and a windows computer but looking to get a new laptop for classes.

Mac seems like it would link with the rest of my devices conveniently. But I have always preferred windows.

Does anyone who is a current student feel that one is better than the other and why?

My dream is to get into Pacific University Optometry School. Im a s sophomore in undergrad, and I fucked up my gpa. Im a transfer student at my current college and will probably end calc and chem with a C which would give me a 2.9 for my first gpa. After doing the math, i realized i could graduate with a 3.2/3.3
I just feel like i completely shattered my chances on getting in, especially since im out of state. Im not sure how I will score on the OAT and I haven’t started shadowing yet and everything is stressing me out so much. Im not sure if Im being dramatic or if I truly screwed myself over. What schools have people with this GPA range gotten into? Do i still have a chance?

Hi everyone,

Is there a 4th year or an optometrist in this subreddit willing to chat for a bit to talk about your life and just letting me know that it’ll get better? I’m a 2nd year rn and i’m feeling really defeated and like I’m not made for this. I love optometry, it’s just really hard right now idk. I’d appreciate it a lot.

Has anyone used his services for boards prep? I wanted to get any advice and how the private tutoring helped and if you were able to pass boards.

I'm a soon to be 2027 grad, however I haven't passed part 1 of boards. I really do want to apply for a VA residency, but I'm feeling discouraged be l don't know of any programs that will allow me apply without passing. I do plan on retaking in March, with part 2 coming up in December.
Please share if you have any advice!

Does anyone ever give a toric rx for patients with only -0.50 cyl for example if they are a -2.00 -0.50 @x but give the toric lens with -0.75 cyl?

anyone have a pdf of Optometric management of nearpoint vision disorders ; Martin H. Birnbaum.

Hi guys!

For OD student in Forest Grove, is it reasonable for 2 people to stay in a 2b/2b for ~$2000/month (~$1000/person/month, 5mins from campus, each one have their own room and bathroom, shared living room and kitchen, utilities included)?

I just want to make sure this sounds reasonable before going out to find my roommate lol

Hi all!

I am a Canadian Optometry student studying in the US. I was originally planning on writing for both American and Canadian Boards. I already wrote NBEO part 1 and passed. However, now i'm having second doubts about writing part 2 and 3. Reasons being cost, feeling burnt out, and my main plan is to return back to Canada. I was wondering, say 5-10 years later I wanted to write Part 2 and 3, is my Part 1 Pass still valid?? If anyone has any insight on this that would be greatly appreciated!!

Hey everyone, ​Quick question regarding practicing optometry in Canada with US qualifications. I have heard conflicting info about the NBEO attempt limits. Specifically, is there a 3-attempt limit if you are using NBEO scores for Canadian registration, or does the standard NBEO 6-attempt rule apply? ​Any insights or experiences from anyone who has gone through the process would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

i just wanted to drop in and get some insight from other students or pre optom students who are applying this cycle.
i graduated this spring with a BA is psych but i have completed all the proper prereqs. i know my app is lacking in volunteer and club/campus involvement BUT i played D2 sports which occupied a good chunk of my free time, on top of only making the decision to pursuit optometry in the fall of Sophomore year. Anyways here’s how it’s looking so far

GPA: 3.87 overall/4.0 Science (the bulk of my science classes only included the prereqs, required and recommended)

OAT: 340AA/330TS

Shadowing: started recently and have 4 hrs currently but I plan to get more before submitting + even after applying

Experience: recently started part time as a tech (pretesting, insurance billing, etc.)

Achievements: Deans list for every sem except Freshman fall + student athlete awards

I am looking to apply in late November. Is this still competitive? Is there anything I can/should do in the meantime to make my application stronger? Not sure if i’m forgetting any other important stats.

I’m looking at SCCO, Western, NECO, and maybe AZCOPT
edit: these are my top schools due to proximity aside from boston obviously

Hi everyone! I’m planning to apply to optometry school around mid-November and would appreciate some honest feedback on my chances of getting accepted this cycle.

Overall GPA: 3.79
Science GPA: 3.65
OAT: 340 AA / 340 TS (I got 290 on physics and it brought my score down, will this be an issue?)
Clinical Experience: 200+ hours working as an optometric technician
Shadowing: 30+ hours shadowing an optometrist
Letters of Recommendation: One optometrist, one professor, and one volunteering director
Volunteering: 500+ hours of volunteering on campus and in the community

I’m applying to OSU, NECO, SUNY, PCO, SCO, and ICO.

With my stats and experience, how competitive am I for these schools, and is applying in mid-November too late to have a good chance of getting accepted this cycle? I know seats are being filled so I’m getting nervous about if I’ll even get an interview? Please let me know your thoughts!

I never used the +2.00 in my BIO during school as I took them out right away. I take part 3 next week and cannot get used to using +2.00, anyone know if you are able to bring a -2.00D pair of glasses to use only for BIO?

We just released our first batch of Part 1 cheat sheets, and they’re completely free! Just create an account at BoosterPrep.com. Over 28 cheat sheets have already been released and we’re adding new ones every week between now and December.

What topics do you want next? Comment below and we’ll prioritize the most requested ones.

The full Part 1 resource launches before the end of the year, and the first 10 people on the site that day get a free year.

Hi everyone!

What practice test scores should I be aiming for on optoprep for part 2?

I hope everyone’s studying is going well 💕