Academics

Thrive in any clinical or research setting

Our optometry and vision science degree programs offer clinical and research experiences, so that no matter where you see your career going, you will have the knowledge and expertise to succeed.

Two optometry students perform research in the Miller Lab.

Research that changes the field

Our leading research attracts scholars and researchers from around the world, and our faculty writes the textbooks that other optometry schools teach.

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Optometry students practice giving eye exams.

Patient care that changes lives

Our students care for patients of all kinds—from students to senior citizens to the underprivileged—to address health needs that extend well beyond their eyes.

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Serve the underserved

Our community outreach programs prove that we are training more than optometry students. We are building compassionate leaders with a vision for the future of eye care.

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How our students performed on the National Board of Examiners in Optometry exam (Class of 2022)

56.0% of students passed Part 1 on the first try

92.8% of students passed Part 2 on the first try

78.3% of students passed Part 3 on the first try

85.5% of students passed all three exams by graduation