Amongst the various pre-med and pre-PA students, I found myself to be the only person pursuing optometry. SCO didn’t have any pre-optometry programs, clubs, or optometrist alumni to share their wisdom. I was alone, but I was determined. This was the career I wanted to pursue.
During my application process, I attended SCCO’s summer admissions workshop, Eryn Kraning’s SCCO presentation at U See Eyes, and finally interview day. The welcoming atmosphere of the faculty and students paralleled that of all the SCCO alumni I had interacted with, making SCCO the right decision for me.
I fully understand why optometry is for me, and it gives me the strength to face the rigors of school. I wouldn’t be here without my experiences – they helped slowly forge an unwavering work ethic.
When I began my journey to optometry school, I never anticipated that hesitation would strike the moment it came to submitting my application.
When I first started thinking about where to begin my optometry school application, I was stuck. I wondered, “What makes me a competitive applicant? What makes me someone who is not only well-rounded but also well-prepared to handle the rigors of optometry school?”
In a perfect world, the path to optometry school would be smooth sailing. It would be easy peasy with no hiccups along the way. The reality is: the journey can be difficult and nonlinear for many of us, me included.
From the festive decorations to the welcoming faculty members at check-in, my interview day felt more like a celebration rather than a test to see if I qualified for a spot in their incoming class.
I still remember how nervous I was when I went to my in-person interview for SCCO. However, I have no regrets making the decision to experience the interview in person.
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