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The following are some key points that may have been neglected while writing your optometry school admissions essay or personal statement.

One of the biggest problems that people have is writing unclearly. It is often difficult to understand what these people say without reading it very slowly. Exceptional writers, though, write so well that it is a breeze to read through their passages. Therefore, aim for clarity when writing your admission essay.  

The other major stumbling block is the overall organization of the optometry school essay. Often, people forget about the overall organization of an essay - the general outline of the essay.  Look at the entire essay by paragraphs and see if you have organized it well.

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Although most applicants focus on GPA and test-scores, the personal statement is a very important component of your application and should be carefully composed. This is your opportunity to highlight things about yourself that may not be mentioned in other sections of your application and to distinguish yourself from other applicants.

You should have several different people objectively read your personal statement and provide constructive feedback. In addition to the Health Professions Advisory Committee (HPAC) , your letter writers are often a great option. There are also resources on campus that can assist you, such as the UH Writing Center , University Career Services , and your major advisor. Consider the feedback you receive carefully, but be sure that the personal statement is still written in your voice!

Below we have outlined some advice and general guidelines to consider while writing your personal statement. Keep in mind that these recommendations are not restricted to medical/dental applications, but can be applied while writing essays for any healthcare professional program.

• See also UH University Career Services Personal Statement Tips
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Types of Prompts

Before beginning your personal statement, it is important you carefully review the specific question (or prompt) that is being asked and the character-limit, as there can be distinct differences between the application services.

TMDSAS ( 5000 characters ):

• Explain your motivation to seek a career in medicine. You are asked to include the value of your experiences that prepare you to be a physician.
• Explain your motivation to seek a career in dentistry. You are asked to discuss your philosophy of the dental profession and indicate your goals relevant to the profession.
• Personal Characteristics Essay - Learning from others is enhanced in educational settings that include individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Please describe your personal characteristics (background, talents, skills, etc.) or experiences that would add to the educational experience of others. The personal characteristics essay is required to all applicants and limited to 2500 characters, including spaces.
• Optional Essay – The optional essay is an opportunity to provide the admissions committee(s) with a broader picture of who you are as an applicant. The essay is optional, however, you are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity. Consider briefly discussing any unique circumstances or life experiences that are relevant to your application which have not previously been presented. Optional Essay is limited to 2500 characters, including spaces.

AMCAS ( 5300 characters ):

• Why have you selected the field of medicine?
• What motivates you to learn more about medicine?
• What do you want medical schools to know about you that has not been disclosed in other sections of the application?

AACOMAS ( 5300 characters ):

• What motivates you to learn more about osteopathic medicine?

AADSAS ( 4500 characters ):

• Explain a defining moment that helped steer you toward a career in dentistry. Consider using that moment as the focal point of your essay.
• Be colorful, positive, imaginative and personal when discussing why you are a good candidate for dental school. Ask yourself—in a pile of 100 applications, would I enjoy reading my statement? Be sure to convey your passion for dentistry in your statement.
• Be yourself.  Don’t use jargon, clichés or big phrases that you would not use in daily conversation. Remember, dental schools want to know about the real you.
• Be original and thoughtful: Discuss how you would contribute to the profession and patient care, all of which will help you stand out from other applicants.

AACPMAS (4500 characters):

• State below why you are interested in becoming a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. Provide information about your development for a career in Podiatric Medicine

CASPA (5000 characters):

• In the space provided write a brief statement expressing your motivation or desire to become a physician assistant.

OptomCAS (4500 characters) :

Essays can be customized for each individual Optometry program.  Most Optometry schools include this as their main essay question:

• Please describe what inspires your decision for becoming an optometrist, including your preparation for training in this profession, your aptitude and motivation, the basis for your interest in optometry, and your future career.

OTCAS (no character limit):

• Your Personal Statement should address why you selected OT as a career and how an Occupational Therapy degree relates to your immediate and long-term professional goals. Describe how your personal, educational, and professional background will help you achieve your goals.

PTCAS (4500 characters):

• Prompt: Every person has a story that has led them to a career. Since there are a variety of health professions that "help" others, please go beyond your initial interaction or experiences with physical therapy and share the deeper story that has confirmed your decision to specifically pursue physical therapy as your career.

PharmCAS (4500 characters):

• Your Personal Essay should address why you selected pharmacy as a career. How the Doctor of Pharmacy degree relates to your immediate and long-term professional goals. You should describe how your personal, educational, and professional background will help you achieve your goals.

VMCAS (1000 characters):

• There are many career choices within the veterinary What are your future career goals and why?
• In what ways do veterinarians contribute to society and what do you hope to contribute?
• Consider the breadth of society which veterinarians What attributes do you believe are essential to be successful within the veterinary profession? Of these attributes, which do you possess and how have you demonstrated these in the past?

When should I start writing?

You should begin working on your personal statement early in the spring semester prior to your intended application year and submitting your application materials to HPAC (if applicable).  Remember that the people who are helping you with your statement will need time to review it and you will need time to work through multiple drafts before submission.  In addition, some of your letter writers may want to see a copy of your personal statement before they write your letter, so you should strive to have a competent draft by mid-March.

What should be included?

It is important to treat the personal statement as an answer to a question (i.e., the prompt), rather than the opportunity to flex your creative writing muscles. Indeed, most applicants are STEM majors without much experience in creative writing; therefore, it is recommended that you avoid using the essay to practice your creative writing skills and stick to simply addressing the prompt in a direct, concise way. Some questions you may want to consider while planning your essay are:

• Why have you selected the field of medicine, dentistry, or other health profession?
• What motivates you to learn more about medicine, dentistry, or other health profession?
• How have you demonstrated your interest and commitment to your decision?
• What experiences have allowed you to develop the skills necessary to be successful in this program and to become an effective physician, dentist, PA, etc.?
• Did you have any exposure to role models who influenced your decision? Which of their attributes inspired you?
• Are your perceptions of this profession realistic?
• What are your professional goals?
• Is there anything you wish for your chosen health professional schools to know about you that has not been disclosed in other sections of the application?

Depending on the nature of the prompt, you may also wish to include information such as:

• Unique hardships, challenges, or obstacles that may have influenced your educational pursuits.
• Commentary on significant fluctuations in your academic record that are not explained elsewhere in your application.

What should NOT be included?

• Avoid clichés and over-using/mis-using terms : How many times do you think admissions committees have read the phrase, “I want to become a physician because I like science and I want to help people”? Similarly, words like empathy and passion are, while applicable, can become empty in meaning when overused or misused. Consider exemplifying these terms, rather than simply stating them.
• Avoid unnecessary drama: While you may feel compelled to "hook" the reader with a dramatic opening to your statement, doing so may detract from the overall purpose (i.e., describing your decision to pursue medicine/dentistry) and may induce many an eye-roll by committee members.
• Avoid being vague : "[Insert experience] was challenging and rewarding." What does that mean? Be specific about what was impactful and how it affected you.
• Avoid brash decision-making :  Your decision to become a doctor/dentist should be the result of a series of thoughtful, conscious, and reflective decisions. NOT an instantaneous realization or epiphany. Similarly, you have not “always known” that you want to be a physician/dentist. No one is "born to be a doctor." Nothing is innate, you have to work for it.
• Avoid excuses :  In general, there are better uses for your personal statement than explaining away and justifying poor grades, incidents of misconduct, etc. Indeed, TMDSAS offers additional essays and opportunities to discuss these issues. However, if you choose to address these subjects, be sure to focus on what you have learned from those incidents and how your experiences have made you a stronger person.  Always accept responsibility and avoid blaming anyone else for your decisions or mistakes.
• Avoid restating your resume or activities section :  Choose ONE or TWO significant and distinguishing experiences to elaborate upon when outline the reasons behind your decision to pursue a career in healthcare. There is no need to narrate completely your 4+ years of college or carefully detail your activities from year to year; indeed, there are other sections in the application where you can detail your experiences and what you learned from each.
• Avoid grandiosity :  Claiming that you plan to cure cancer (or HIV, or healthcare disparities, or anything else) shows a grave lack of understanding of whatever problem you are planning to solve. Similarly, avoid “I know what it is like to be a physician/dentist from [shadowing/clinical volunteer experience].”  No, you do not.  That is precisely why you are hoping to go to medical/dental school.
• Avoid inflammatory or controversial topics :  You do not know the values, beliefs, and background of the committee member reading your essay.  For these reasons, you are advised to avoid making any strong statements regarding politics, religion, and other polarizing topics.  Be extremely cautious to avoid expressing any views that could be construed as derogatory to any group.  Additionally, your beliefs are not the only “correct” beliefs. 
• Do not lie :  Honesty and ethical behavior are the hallmarks of being a healthcare professional. Do not include details anywhere in your application or essay that you are not prepared to talk about or that are simply untrue.

Additional Recommendations

• Use simple formatting : Avoid the use of bullet-points, italics, and symbols.
• Read your statement aloud : As you draft your statement, reading what you have written aloud can help you determine whether your writing "flows" well and is an easy read for a reviewer.

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In case you missed the memo, the OptomCAS aka the big dental school application for next fall is officially opened! The Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) uses the OptomCAS aka the Optometry Centralized Application Service as a general application when applying to Optometry schools and it allows you to use one application to apply to multiple of any of the 21 programs in the U.S. If you’re planning to apply for Fall 2015, it’s time to start the process and by the way there is a PERSONAL STATEMENT required **cue the music** Although the essay is about YOU, you still have an agenda: it still needs to be written in a professional manner and highlight your professional skills, experiences, and interests. That doesn’t have to be so scary! Think of it kind of like answering that classic job interview inquiry: “Tell me about yourself.” Oh no. Did I just make it worse? **cue the music again**

Your OptomCAS Personal Statement is a place for you to “describe what inspires your decision for becoming an optometrist, including your preparation for training in this profession, your aptitude and motivation, the basis for your interest in optometry, and your future career goals” oh and do it in under 4,500 characters (including letters, spaces, punctuation (like on twitter)), which is only about a page long. So exactly why are you are seeking a optometry education? You need to articulate that you motivated, academically prepared, plus knowledgeable and passionate about the profession. This can be a little tricky; the key is balance. You want to sell yourself professional while remaining personable. By no means is this a creative writing piece; you want to be clear, concise, and professional. Keep in mind: optometry schools are making first judgments on you based on the OptomCAS application, and the OptomCAS Personal Statement is the ONLY place to make a case for yourself IN YOUR OWN WORDS!

One especially cool thing about the OptomCAS is that your Personal Statement is a school-specific question in the application. This means you can tailor your essay to each program you’re applying to and talk about specifically why this school is the best fit for you!

Remember that you’re selling yourself as a great addition to the profession. This is where you talk about your strengths, passion for the field, and all your extra-curricular hard work you’ve done in preparing for optometry school (and let’s face it also for this particular essay here).

Three key points to hit:

o   Why Optometry? – The lifelong childhood dream is all good and fine really but if that’s not the case be candid and honest and talk about your road to discovery, that’s interesting! Your journey to writing this OptomCAS Personal Statement may be long and winding. How did you land on optometry?

o   Shadowing or Assisting Experience – Talk up your observation hours in a optometry’s office setting and how these times increased your knowledge and understanding of the field. These experiences show you really know what’s like in the real world application of the optometry school.

o   Volunteerism – show your interest in working with/for the community and commitment to helping other. It’s important to include both volunteer activities that are relevant to the field and even some that isn’t. For example, working at an animal shelters shows your well rounded not just in a pre-opt mode all the time. Also include the volunteer work related to the optometry profession that you may have done with a Pre-Opt society (that’s how you work that you were active in the club in the essay too)!

The ole phrase “writing is rewriting” rings true here this case. Have a trusty professor or an optometry professional read it and give you feedback. They know what admissions committees are looking for and have insight on how to relate your experiences to the field. Final piece of advice: you can still upgrade your OAT Cracker account and unlock the all the practice tests for $49 instead of the regular $99 sooooo go do that and you’ll have gleaming OAT scores to match this beautiful essay!

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Optometry Personal Statement Example + 10 Tips To Write

This article serves as a guide for crafting a winning personal statement for optometry school admissions. 

The goal of the personal essay is to show the admissions committee what kind of person you are, what motivates you, and why you should be accepted into the program. 

Your GPA and test scores will speak for themselves. However, the personal statement is your opportunity to share information about yourself that will make the reader think, “I like her!”

1. Don’t Be Generic. 

Yes, these stories will help others understand why they should become an optometrist. But don’t dwell on it too long because everyone has a story about why they became an optometrist.

 You may not even remember yours. So just mention your story briefly and then move on to the good parts—what have you done since becoming an optometrist to learn about or invest in the optometric profession?  

What are your goals? What are your dreams? That is what readers really want to hear about.

2. Don’t Tell Them; Show Them! 

It may seem like telling your story is all there is to a personal statement, but there is more to it than that. You need to paint them a picture, something that shows them what you are capable of doing. 

A picture is worth a thousand words, and if you can show them why you will succeed, then they will understand why you are right for their program.

Personal statements are great ways to show your passion for medicine and why you want to go into pediatrics. You should also mention any specific skills you have that will help you succeed in this career.

For instance, if working with children is something you’re truly passionate about, you could mention your experience babysitting or volunteering at a children’s hospital. If you enjoy helping others, you may talk about how you helped someone else get through a tough situation.

3. Don’t Accentuate Your Flaws. 

One question applicants always ask is, “Should I explain why I got these C’s?” Or should I volunteer some information of that type? ” The simple answer is just: don’t. 

It is inappropriate to discuss any of your shortcomings in your personal statement. Instead, focus on your strengths. To get into an optometry school, you need to demonstrate your worth to the admissions board.

4. Do Be Honest.

You might not think you need to tell the truth about yourself, but admissions officers will see right through any attempt at deception. If you’re trying to get someone else to write your letter of recommendation, don’t ask them to lie. 

And if you’re applying to an Ivy League school, don’t pretend to be a legacy student. Your parents probably aren’t paying for your tuition, and even if they were, that doesn’t mean you should lie about your family history.

5. Don’t Be Negative.

 While I understand that everyone has had bad experiences, there is no need to go into detail about them. If you’re going to write about something negative, then it needs to be done right.

Don’t just say “I got rejected.” Say why you were rejected. What did you do wrong? How could you have improved? Why should we care? These are questions that really matter.

If you’re going down the path of negativity, then you might as well stop here because you’ll never get anywhere.

6. Do Have Fun! 

College is supposed to be fun. Sure, it’s stressful, but it’s also exciting. You’re getting ready to start a whole new chapter in your life, and you shouldn’t let anything stand in the way of that. 

So enjoy yourself while you’re there. Go to parties. Meet people. Make friends. You should use most of the opportunities that college provides. There’s plenty to do, and you won’t regret it.

7. Don’t Write Too Much. 

You definitely do not want to do anything that will make us bored while we are reading your essay. We’ve already read thousands of essays from students around the country, and we know what works and what doesn’t.

Long paragraphs aren’t necessary, and short sentences are usually best. That’s why you use two pages to write your essay. Use them wisely.

8. Do Not Apologize For Lack of Experience.

If you’re being completely sincere with yourself, you’ll see that you might not know everything. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try.

As long as you’re willing to learn, there’s nothing wrong with admitting you need help. Don’t worry if you don’t have all the answers right away. That’s okay. You simply need to keep trying different things until you find something that works.

9. Do Not Lie. 

No matter how tempting it might seem, lying is never acceptable. Even if you feel like you have to say something just to fit in, remember that you are representing yourself as a doctor. 

So, even if you think that saying “I didn’t study abroad because my parents wouldn’t let me go” is true, you still have to admit that you lied. And that’s not cool.

10. Be Humble. 

Your job is to help others, not to be the center of attention. Sure, you should always strive to be the best at whatever you do, but don’t forget to show respect to those around you. Remember, you are not the expert here.

Do focus on your strengths. Be professional and passionate. Don’t be afraid to show what you really think.

Optometry Personal Statement Example 1

My goal is to become an optometrist because I am interested in the study of the human eye and its functions. 

I enjoy working with patients, and I feel that I will be able to help them through my ability to diagnose and treat different eye conditions. I am particularly intrigued by the development of the retina and the role played by the optic nerve. 

I am excited to acquire a more in-depth understanding of the processes that take place in the eye and to make use of this knowledge to assist other people.

I’ve always wanted to become an optometrist. Optometry is a challenging career, but it offers many opportunities to help others. My first job after graduating was at a local pharmacy. I found that interacting with customers and assisting them in selecting the appropriate prescription eyewear was enjoyable. 

I found this rewarding because I knew my advice could help alleviate their symptoms. I am now applying for jobs in the optical industry.

I’ve been involved in many different activities since leaving high school. Some of these involve working with other people to achieve a common goal. Others allow me to express myself creatively.

At the moment, I am attending classes at a university in order to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree. I like to think that I’m a very positive person who enjoys making others happy.

When I’m not traveling or hanging out with my loved ones, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family. I’m always looking forward to what the future holds.

Do’s And Don’ts Of Writing Your Optometry School Application Essay 

A personal statement is a great opportunity for students to share their story. It gives admissions officers a glimpse into who you are as a person and why you want to study optometry. 

Your personal statement should say something about yourself and your goals. You may also want to write about your experiences and challenges that shaped your career path.

Optometry students should always be specific when writing essays. There is very little space to write an effective essay. Students need to be concise and clear in what they are trying to say. 

If you are using a lot of jargon, then you may need to rephrase your ideas. Make sure you are using words that are easy to understand. Use simple language and avoid complex vocabulary.

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Applying to optometry school

Applying to optometry school can be complicated, but we are here to help! Advisors at Health Professions & Prelaw Advising can help you develop your best strategy and troubleshoot problems you encounter in your application. Make sure to attend one of our Personal Statement Writing Workshops so you can get started early on your application essay.

Consult the information below for helpful advice.

OPTOMCAS application #

Applicants apply to optometry schools through an electronic, centralized application administered by the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry called OptomCAS . Once you complete your OptomCAS application, it will be processed and sent to all the optometry schools you select to receive it. All schools and colleges of optometry in the United States participate in OptomCAS.

For the OptomCAS application you will create your own User Name and Password that will allow you to create your electronic application. You can log in, fill out part of the application, and save your changes before logging out. Once you are satisfied that everything is accurate and complete, you submit it electronically and it is sent to OptomCAS for processing.

Coursework section #

On the OptomCAS application, you will fill out information regarding every college course you have taken, so you will need to refer to transcripts from every college or university you have attended. You will also need to order official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended to be sent to the application service. At IU Bloomington, you can order your transcript from Student Central .

OptomCAS will not process your application without all of your transcripts. You can check the status of your online application to see if your transcripts have been received.

OptomCAS will verify that you have entered your coursework correctly on the application by matching your application against the transcripts from the colleges and universities you have attended. After OptomCAS processes your application, they will send it to the schools you have selected to receive it.

Experiences and achievements #

The OptomCAS application includes a section where you can provide information on experiences and achievements such as employment, extracurricular activities, optometric experience, shadowing, volunteering, awards and honors. Shadowing of optometrists should also be listed here. For further information, please refer to the application instructions on the OptomCAS website.

Supplemental program materials and personal essay #

The “Program Materials” section of the OptomCAS application will ask you to submit supplemental materials for each individual optometry school where you are applying.

In the “Program Materials” section, individual optometry schools will ask that you submit an essay. Most of the schools ask that you write an essay no more than 4500 characters (including spaces) responding to this prompt: “Please describe what inspires your decision for becoming an optometrist, including your preparation for training in this profession, your aptitude and motivation, the basis for your interest in optometry, and your future career goals.”

The admissions committee will read your essay to learn why you want to become an optometrist. An effective approach is to write about the series of events in your life that have led you to optometry. What started you on the path toward the goal of becoming an optometrist, and what kept you on that path once you started, even at times when it wasn’t easy? Drawing material from your prehealth journal can provide useful insights and help bring your writing to life.

Make sure to attend one of the Personal Statement Writing Workshops offered by Health Professions & Prelaw Advising to help you begin a draft of your essay. Schedule an appointment with a HPPLA advisor for feedback on a draft of your essay.

Letters of recommendation #

Optometry schools require that you submit letters of recommendation written by others on your behalf along with your application.  Letters of recommendation can provide admissions committees insight into your personal qualities. Recommendation letters can tell them about your communication and interpersonal skills, and your readiness for optometry school.

Developing relationships with your professors is an important part of your intellectual growth and will help you obtain strong letters of recommendation.

Optometry schools vary in their requirements for letters of recommendation. Most optometry schools will require a minimum of three letters of recommendation. The Indiana University School of Optometry requires three letters of recommendation. At least one should be from a science professor.

Consult the individual optometry school websites for information on the recommendations each school requires or reference the OptomCAS website's page on letters of recommendation .

Letters of recommendation are sent to optometry schools directly from the recommenders through the OptomCAS application system.  For more information please consult the instructions on the OptomCAS website.

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Optometry School Admissions

Optometry school admission requirements, your optometry school application essay, a few final optometry school admissions tips….

• Answer questions.
• Follow directions.
• Match yourself with the school.
• Be your unique self.
• Tell stories and make your essays interesting.
• Start with a bang.
• Ask other people to read your essay and give you their impression.

Getting Recommendations for Optometry School

• Have you worked closely with this person?
• Do you feel this person thinks favorably of you?
• Does this person know you in more than one context (e.g., work plus an activity)?
• Does this person know that you intend to go to grad school?
• Is this person an effective narrative writer?
• If this person knows you from previous rather than current experiences, have you kept in touch?
• Will this person complete your recommendation letter by the deadline you give?

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On this page we’ll go over the basic requirements for admission to the OD program. You can also visit our Applicant Profile page to see GPA and test scores for our previous applicants.

Bachelor’s Degree

While we do not require a specific undergraduate major to apply to Berkeley Optometry, you must have or be in the process of completing a bachelor’s degree (i.e., in your senior year). This program must include the courses (or their course equivalents at other institutions) outlined in Courses Requirements (see below). The UC Berkeley Division of Graduate Studies requires a minimum undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 .

Prerequisites

At Berkeley Optometry, we introduce our students to clinical education on day one. To make this possible, applicants demonstrate mastery of basic science, advanced science and select general education topics prior to entering. The prerequisites courses that we require create the foundation for your four years in the OD program. We encourage prospective students to contact us early if you have questions and as you select your upcoming classes.

Application Instructions

Read below for details on the all of the items that are required for your application to be complete.

OptomCAS Online Application

Berkeley Optometry is part of OptomCAS, the centralized application service for all OD programs in the US and Puerto Rico. Transcripts, Essays, and Letters of Recommendation will be submitted to OptomCAS. Follow the instructions on the OptomCAS site carefully ! Submitting an incomplete application will put you at a disadvantage in the admissions review process.

Use the button below to access the application. There is a $187.00 for the first school and $80.00 for each additional school that you apply to.

Standardized Test Optional

The OAT can be a helpful factor for bolstering applicants who have a low GPA or weaker science background but are an  optional  part of the application and thus are not counted against students who decide not to submit test scores. For students who do choose to submit test scores as a component of the application we do prefer the OAT although we will also gladly accept the MCAT, DAT or GRE general exam. You will be able to indicate this within your OptomCAS application. Additionally, it is important to note that if you complete either an OAT or GRE exam that it will be visible to us for review once the scores are processed.

Additional Requirements

Please note : Access to your supplemental fee portal will begin September 15th. If you submit your application before this date, you may still be extended an invitation to interview; however, you will be required to complete the supplemental fee before receiving notification of Berkeley Optometry’s admissions decision. After September 15th, the supplemental fee will be required for a completed application. Any other notifications from the supplemental fee portal should be disregarded. All application materials are processed through OptomCAS, not our Graduate Division Application. Transcripts All transcripts need to be submitted to OptomCAS; do not send any transcripts to Berkeley Optometry directly. An official transcript submitted needs to be signed and sealed by your institution's Registrar.

Tip: Request transcripts to be sent to OptomCAS early in the application process to ensure timely completion. Your OptomCAS application does not need to be complete prior to sending transcripts. Submitting them late can potentially delay your application past our deadline. Courses Completed After an Offer is Made Applicants offered admissions to Berkeley Optometry must earn satisfactory final grades (i.e. a grad of C or better) in all ongoing and any subsequent courses that are completed prior to matriculation. Berkeley Optometry reserves the right to rescind offers of admissions if this condition is not met. Letters of Recommendation We require three letters of recommendation. All Letters of Recommendation need to be submitted to OptomCAS ; do not send any Letters of Recommendation to Berkeley Optometry directly. The Letters of Recommendation are critical to your application. Please note: We do not accept committee/composite letters in lieu of 3 different recommenders.

Suggested sources include:

• An optometrist who can state through documented experience that you have an understanding of the profession of optometry.
• A professor with whom you have done personal work (such as assisted on a specific project), or from whom you took a prerequisite course.
• An employer who can comment about your maturity, diligence, and conscientiousness.

Standardized Tests (Optional) The Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science is now standardized test optional for students applying to our Doctor of Optometry program. The following standardized tests are accepted for those who do submit one: the Optometry Admission Test, Dental Admission Test, Graduate Record Examination, or the Medical College Admission Test.

We accept scores (no older than 3 years old) from:

OAT: Exams taken on or after June 29, 2022.

GRE : Use GRE Designated Institution (DI) Code 4563 for Berkeley Optometry. Exams taken on or after June 29, 2022.

MCAT: Save your verification code sheet from the MCAT reporting system and email it to [email protected] . Exams taken on or after June 29, 2022.

DAT: Request official score reports be sent to [email protected] . Exams taken on or after June 29, 2022. Essay Questions All essays need to be submitted to OptomCAS ; do not send any essays to Berkeley Optometry directly. Applicants are asked to provide responses to three essay topics.

Essay Topic 1 Please describe what inspires your decision for becoming an optometrist, including your preparation for training in this profession, your motivation, and your future career goals. (maximum 4500 characters)

Essay Topic 2 With which one of these core values do you identify most? Accountability - Curiosity - Excellence - Humility - Integrity. Provide an example when that value was challenged and exercised. How will that core value help you persevere through your optometric studies and beyond? (maximum 3000 characters)

Essay Topic 3 Tell us about the community/communities you grew up in and how these experiences have inspired your goals and aspirations as a future health care provider? (maximum 3000 characters) Interviews Interviews of applicants are by invitation only. Applicants will be contacted by our Admissions Office to set up an interview time with a current student and faculty. As part of the assessment, you will have the opportunity to speak with current students. These interviews will currently be held in a virtual format to increase accessibility for applicants. All interviews are conducted in a semi-blind format and is a 2-on-1 style. The interviewers only see qualitative aspects of your application. These aspects are your essays, letters of recommendation and experience section of your application. Experience & Shadowing In addition to academic preparation, the admissions committee considers the experience you bring when conducting the holistic application review.

Shadowing and optometric experience are very beneficial – helping applicants to better understand their own fit within the profession, communicate that understanding with real-world examples, and demonstrate their commitment to the field of optometry. While there is no specific number of hours required for shadowing or optometric experience, applicants are encouraged to obtain as much as possible prior to applying.

The admissions committee also considers experience beyond optometry related activities, recognizing that relevant and useful skills sets develop at the varied jobs, internships, and volunteer positions that applicants may have held over the years. Again, no set amount, minimum or maximum, of additional experience is required. Essential Abilities Essential abilities and characteristics required for completion of the OD degree consist of certain minimum physical and cognitive abilities and sufficient mental and emotional stability to assure that candidates for admission, promotion, and graduation are able to complete the entire course of study and participate fully in all aspects of optometric training.

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Use this Optometry personal statement example as an inspiration to write your own for the UK university application, if you are applying to study Optometry course.

Finding a profession that both fulfils one’s intellectual interests and provides a sense of purpose is the key to a rewarding career. It would be necessary for me to pursue a career with a solid scientific aspect to work, since I have always been fascinated by the fields of biology and chemistry, with the objective of helping people every day. As a result of my involvement in various work placements within the health sector, I have come to realize that optometry is a profession that allows me to combine both. I have been captivated by human anatomy because of my studies in sciences at school. Studying biology has allowed me to gain a great deal of insight into how the human body develops diseases and how it attempts to fight them – sometimes unsuccessfully. Studying Level Chemistry has reinforced my understanding of biochemistry, which has been of particular interest to me. In school, I have thoroughly enjoyed studying biology and chemistry, and I look forward to applying what I have learned in these subjects to gain a detailed understanding of ocular science.

An extended work placement at a local optician helped me gain a deeper understanding of optometry both as a field of study and a profession. I shadowed different opticians as they performed eye tests and contact lens fittings during the placement. The importance of good communication skills in optometry has become apparent to me. Customers and patients would have a much more difficult time navigating what can often be complex procedures without them. In cases where patients are suffering from vision problems or are distressed by the prospect of undergoing tests, opticians should also act with empathy and patience. In the laboratory, I also had the opportunity to observe – and sometimes participate in – the lens and frame preparation processes during my placement. As a result of this experience, I have a much better understanding of the different types of lenses that are used in glasses, as well as the technical skills involved in making them. Since I found the work placement so rewarding, I have continued to volunteer every Saturday at the same optician.

I have also carried out a work placement at a local pharmacy. This experience encouraged me to develop some of the personal skills that I believe are necessary for working as an optician. During the placement, I had the opportunity to interact with customers. Through this, I learnt how much I enjoy work in which I can offer advice to people, and also felt a gratifying sense of responsibility in response to the fact that the advice I gave them regarding non-prescription medication could play a role in alleviating the symptoms of their health problems.

In my spare time, I have participated in a range of activities that also allow me to be involved in helping people. In Year 12 I mentored a group of Year 7 students; I enjoyed being able to make them feel less apprehensive about starting life in secondary school. I have been involved with several fund-raising initiatives for Afrikids and Cancer Research, such as selling cakes and doing a sponsored walk. These activities gave me a sense of satisfaction by allowing me to work as part of a team with a common goal. My sense of teamwork has also been improved by my involvement in my school’s hockey and netball teams. On a more personal note, I am a highly enthusiastic musician; I play the guitar, and also particularly enjoy traditional Indian music. I have found learning to play an instrument to be both an outlet for self-expression and a way of developing my skills of perseverance. I am also an avid reader of fiction, in particular stories that ignite my sense of adventure, such as Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland.

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The Optometry Admission Test (OAT) stands as a pivotal milestone for individuals aspiring to pursue a career in optometry. This comprehensive examination evaluates a candidate's academic knowledge and aptitude in various disciplines essential for success in optometric education and practice. As a standardized assessment, the OAT plays a crucial role in the admissions process for optometry schools across the United States and Canada, serving as a common measure to assess the readiness and potential of prospective optometry students.

First and foremost, the OAT assesses the fundamental knowledge and understanding of natural sciences, including biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics. Mastery of these subjects is imperative for aspiring optometrists as they form the foundational principles underlying ocular anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology. Through questions ranging from basic concepts to complex problem-solving scenarios, the OAT evaluates candidates' grasp of scientific principles and their ability to apply them in the context of optometric practice. Consequently, performance in the natural sciences section of the OAT provides admissions committees with valuable insights into applicants' academic preparedness for the rigors of optometry school curriculum.

Furthermore, the OAT evaluates candidates' proficiency in quantitative reasoning and reading comprehension, both of which are essential skills for success in optometric education and practice. The quantitative reasoning section assesses applicants' ability to interpret and analyze numerical data, formulate logical conclusions, and solve mathematical problems relevant to optometry. On the other hand, the reading comprehension section evaluates candidates' ability to comprehend and analyze complex passages related to various disciplines, including natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Proficiency in these areas is crucial for optometry students to effectively interpret research findings, communicate with patients, and stay abreast of advancements in the field.

In addition to assessing academic aptitude, the OAT also includes a section on perceptual ability, which evaluates candidates' spatial visualization and reasoning skills. Given the visual nature of optometric practice, proficiency in spatial perception and manipulation is paramount for tasks such as interpreting diagnostic imaging, designing contact lenses, and assessing ocular motility. By including this section, the OAT ensures that prospective optometry students possess the spatial abilities necessary to excel in clinical practice and provide optimal care to patients.

In conclusion, the Optometry Admission Test serves as a comprehensive assessment tool that evaluates candidates' academic knowledge, critical thinking skills, and aptitude for optometric practice. By encompassing various disciplines, including natural sciences, quantitative reasoning, reading comprehension, and perceptual ability, the OAT provides admissions committees with a holistic understanding of applicants' preparedness for optometry school. Aspiring optometrists must approach the OAT with diligence and dedication, recognizing its significance in shaping their future careers in the field of optometry.

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