Ohio State University College of Optometry
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Contacts
Website: http://optometry.osu.edu/
Phone: (614) 292-2647 or (866) 678-6446
Admissions e-mail: You may send an email to the graduate program via this link
Program Information
- Traditional MS Program:
- A 1-2 year post baccalaureate course of study in Vision Science leading to the Master of Science degree.
- Combined MS / OD Program:
- Students currently enrolled in optometry at The Ohio State University may simultaneously pursue an MS degree and earn both degrees within the normal period for the OD.
- MS / Advanced Practice Fellowship Programs:
- The MS degree may be pursued together with a two-year advanced clinical fellowship in one of four areas:
- Cornea and contact lenses
- Binocular vision and pediatrics
- Vision rehabilitation
- Family practice
- Note: Applicants to the Advanced Practice Fellowship programs must be graduate optometrists who are eligible for licensure to practice optometry in the state of Ohio. The goal is to provide clinician/educators with research skills in these four areas of emphasis.
- The MS degree may be pursued together with a two-year advanced clinical fellowship in one of four areas:
- PhD Program (OD)
Admission Requirements
Course and Degree Requirements
- 4 year undergraduate baccalaureate degree or Doctor of Optometry degree at an institution accredited by the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry
- To apply, click here
GPA
- GPA minimum: N/A but applicants should have a competitive cumulative GPA
GRE
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) minimum: N/A but applicants should have competitive results
Interview
- Applicants will be requested to meet for an interview after having passed preliminary application processes.
Additional Information
- Click here, for more information.