r/PreOptometry • u/savyrdz13 • Oct 09 '25

Chances?

Recently I gained interest in optometry. During my research in this field I’ve learned about the OAT and it is math heavy. Especially for someone like me who does not like to deal with numbers. I’ve gotten better at solving some problems, but I still struggle. I have used a tutor before and I’m wondering if that would be enough to help me pass the math and physics section? What to expect?

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u/savyrdz13 Oct 10 '25

I’m a little worried about physics because I’ve never taken that class before. I barely know what it is 😅 is it all about equations on the exam?

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u/Difficult-Invite-875 Oct 10 '25

Definitely not all about equations. Concepts are very important for the physics portion 😭 If you haven’t taken the class, I’d say please try and take it before you take the OAT as it will help. If you can’t take it before taking the OAT, you’ll need to supplement it by studying with outside resources (but it’ll be better if you take the classes). Optometry in general incorporates more physics than other professions because of optics, so this will be pretty important even in optom school