At Morningside University, our pre-optometry program aims to provide comprehensive coursework in biology, chemistry, and physics while cultivating strong critical thinking and writing skills. We understand the importance of the OAT for optometry school applications, and our recommended majors in biology and/or chemistry ensure you are well-prepared. With personalized advising and opportunities for additional science courses and internships, our Morningside graduates consistently achieve high acceptance rates and excel in their degree pursuits.
Pre-Optometry
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Students at Morningside University who identify as Pre-Optometry typically major in Biology and/or Chemistry and then add appropriate prerequisites. Morningside University Pre-Optometry students have also been successful by taking business courses or adding a business minor; these courses are not required, but in the past 5 years, we have had a 100% entrance rate. Each institution offering an Optometry program has its own undergraduate prerequisites, so applicants should contact the school or college of their choice for specific requirements. The science courses should be pre-professional level courses designed for science majors or health professional students and should offer laboratory experience. Brief survey courses in the sciences will not prepare you for Optometry school. Be sure to consult with your Academic Adviser, Faculty Adviser, or an adviser at the school or College of Optometry that you plan to attend.
*Each optometry school has its own undergraduate prerequisites, so applicants should contact the school or college of their choice for specific requirements. Be sure to consult with your Academic Adviser, Faculty Adviser, or an adviser at the medical school that you plan to attend.
Typically, students at Morningside University who identify as Pre-Optometry major in Biology and/or Chemistry and then add appropriate prerequisites.
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I love teaching at Morningside because I get to work with amazing students, teach them about the great world of microbiology, guide many of them through research projects, and see them graduate and go on to do good things in the world. As an educator, I cannot think of anything more rewarding!
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