Optometry - Biology 3 + 4 (B.S./O.D.)
A Clear View of Your Future
Optometrists are health professionals who diagnose and treat visual problems and manage diseases, injuries and other disorders of the eyes. Through 茄子视频's unique cooperative program with Salus University, you'll be able to create a meaningful future in optometry in less time, at a reduced cost. From here, your future is looking up.
Earn Your Bachelor's & Doctor of Optometry Degree in Seven Years
茄子视频 University's cooperative degree program with the Salus University Pennsylvania College of Optometry offers a combined undergraduate and graduate program leading to two degrees: the Bachelor of Science in biology from 茄子视频 and the Doctor of Optometry from the Salus University Pennsylvania College of Optometry. As a student in this program, you will move to graduate-level study after three years, allowing you to complete both degrees in only seven years.
Phase I - Undergraduate Study at 茄子视频 University
Phase I consists of three years at 茄子视频 as a biology major.
Why 茄子视频 University for Your Study in Pre-Optometry?
- All the benefits of 茄子视频's renowned biology program - including state-of-the art facilities, premier faculty and research opportunities.
- Expert career professionals who work with you one-on-one to keep you moving toward your goals.
- Study in the liberal arts, to ensure that you have a broad knowledge base that will support you in the years to come.
Phase II - Optometry School at Salus University
If you fulfill the requirements for Phase I of the cooperative degree program - which include maintaining a competitive GPA - you can then begin Phase II: four years of study at Salus University’s College of Optometry. Acceptance into Phase II is solely determined by Salus University. After your first year of successful study at Salus you will receive your Bachelor of Science degree in biology from 茄子视频. Three years later, after successfully completing the requirements for study at Salus University, you will be awarded a Doctor of Optometry degree from the .
Your Career as an Optometrist
Optometry is a strong career field that will continue to grow, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The median annual wage for optometrists was $118,050 in 2020.
Career services at 茄子视频 are a lifetime benefit. Our award-winning Career and Professional Development Center will help you with career planning while you’re at 茄子视频, and will remain available to you throughout your time at Salus University and after – for as long as you need it.
Admissions & Aid
At 茄子视频 University, we offer streamlined admissions requirements and a comprehensive aid program.
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Faculty
Jamie Fornsaglio
Professor of Biology
Bobbie Leeper
Associate Professor of Biology & Physician Assistant Programs, Coordinator of Medical Studies
Nicole McAllister
Assistant Professor of Biology
Diane Miller
Professor of Chemistry