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BGSU
2008-2009 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG
 college of arts and sciences

Preparation for Optometry

Biological Sciences, 217 Life Sciences, 419-372-2332
Chemistry, 141 Overman Hall, 419-372-2031
Arts and Sciences, 205 Administration Building, 419-372-2015

Requirements vary for admission to optometry schools and colleges. Typically, they include courses in English, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology. Requirements of specific schools should be examined before planning the coursework for the sophomore year. A list of accredited schools and colleges of optometry in the United States can be obtained from the American Optometric Association, 243 N. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63141 (http://www.aoa.org).

The following two-year pattern coordinates with the program of the College of Optometry at the Ohio State University. Many students find that three or four years of preoptometry are necessary before gaining admission.

Recommended course sequence

  • CHEM 125, 127, 128, 341, 344, 345 (20)
  • PHYS 201, 202 (10)
  • BIOL 204, 205 (10)
  • BIOL 313 (4)
  • CHEM 308, 309 (4)
  • ENG 112 (3)
  • MATH 128 or 129 or 130 (by placement) and 131 (5-10)
  • PSYC 101 (4)
  • Electives
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