Here’s a recent Facebook conversation between SCCO students with a pre-optometry student regarding OAT test preparation: Melisa G (pre-optometry student): I am debating on how to prepare for the OAT and I was wondering if someone could give me some advice based on their past experience with Kaplan […]
The process of getting into optometry school is inherently anxiety producing. When combined with life’s other 24/7 stress and distractions, it’s no wonder that I get so many distress calls from applicants—especially about the OAT and the stress of objective test-taking. In the past, I would listen compassionately and […]
Here’s a TERRIFIC series of articles written by Jade McLachlin, a pre-optometry student and founding officer for the Grant MacEwan Pre-Optometry Club, at Grant MacEwan University in Edmonton Alberta, Canada. She goes into great detail in this article series: Part I: Courses and Registering to Take the OAT Part II: Studying […]
What follows are highlights from the FAQ I formatted for those preparing to take the OAT. For the complete downloadable PDF of this FAQ, click here: FAQ About OAT Preparation and Scores How does SCCO consider OAT scores? How should I prepare to take the OAT? The OAT (Optometry […]
Judging from the number of hits on blog topics related to OAT preparation, it’s a popular topic right now. I thought this information might be helpful: how SCCO’s incoming class (last season) prepared for taking the OAT. Here are Polled results from SCCO’s incoming class for Fall 2013: OAT Preparation Questionnaire […]
If you want to strengthen your application and demonstrate your commitment to your future profession, joining the pre-optometry club on your campus is a no-brainer! Come interview time when you’re asked whether you’ve been a member of your undergrad’s pre-optometry club, you will not have a defensible answer […]
A comprehensive resource researched and written by optometry students for pre-optometry students, OptometryStudents.com is one-stop shopping! There is an entire section JUST for pre-optometry students. Here’s a screenshot of the home page. Use the pull down menu under “Content” to find the pages designed for pre-optometry students: Here’s a […]
Taking the Kaplan course to study for the OAT may be out of budget for many students. The course can cost up to $1400 and the On Demand program can be an additional $400 for a more detailed review of either organic chemistry or physics. Although it can […]
Posted on Facebook by a pre-optometry student with follow-up comments from other pre-optometry students and Dr. Munroe: From Justin J: Top Score Pro by Scholar Ware is a program that is set up just like the real OAT. The program has three practice OATs. It is set […]
This is a question asked on SCCO’s Facebook Group for Pre-optometry Students. Bulleted, you will find answers from both SCCO students and Facebook Group members: For those who took the Kaplan course, would you recommend it? And if yes, which one did you take? I’m currently wondering if […]
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