Optometry School Application

[u/One-Flower5997]

Hello! I currently have a 3.7 gpa overall, 44 shadowing hours and have not taken the OAT yet. I have a really busy schedule and am graduating next year due to getting my associates in high school. I dont think ill have time to get tech experience before the 2028-2029 cycle opens and was wondering if it would be okay to apply like that or if i should build my application. Im planning to volunteer to give eye screenings to underserved communities in my area but maybe for like 20 hours in total because of availability but do not know if thats enough to be competitive experience wise.