Finding Joy in the Process of Being a Competitive Applicant
I went through many moments where I felt like I should drop one involvement or another because it felt like too much, but I found a family and joy in each place I served.
Why Opting Out Of A Gap Year Was The Right Choice For Me
Entering optometry school right after completing an undergraduate education is not impossible and is not as uncommon as you may think!
The Generosity of Student Ambassadors, by Caleb Liu
I got to express my concerns and ask my burning questions plainly, and every time, I was met with kindness, support, and of course, answers.
Tips for Applying Early to Maximize the Summer Before Senior Year of Undergrad by SCCO Student Ambassador, Jacklyn Charbonneau
It can be said that a gap year offers a great opportunity to gain experiences, save money, and have time to refine your application. However, because I was eager to start optometry school and felt like I made the most of my undergraduate years, I opted not to take that gap year. I had enjoyed my undergrad experience fully, I took every opportunity to be involved in variety of experiences by graduation. To not take that gap year was a personal choice for me that also meant finding ways to balance the OAT and application while still taking courses and finishing up my undergrad degree.
How I Got Back Into the Swing of Things After Taking 3 Gap Years by SCCO Student Ambassador, Christina Chapman
Before entering optometry school and after finishing undergrad, I took three years to “test out” optometry.
Deciding to attend optometry school can be a big decision to make, and I wanted to ensure that it was something I wanted to dedicate the rest of my life to. I worked full time in private practice to gain some preliminary skills which had the bonus of giving me incredible insights into the field. I also wanted a reset after finishing my undergraduate education. This time allowed me to rediscover some old hobbies like reading and cooking, and also to do some traveling. However, getting back into the swing of school, specifically optometry school, with a rigorous schedule was initially daunting.
MBKU Honors the Service of Retiring Assistant Dean of Admissions, Dr. Jane Ann Munroe
Dr. Jane Ann Munroe, Assistant Dean of Admissions at the Southern California College of Optometry is honored by Marshall B. Ketchum University for her service.
Advice from Students Who Took Gap Years by SCCO Ambassadors Ally Tran & Karen Nguyen
Taking a gap year was the best decision I’ve made during my application process. Instead of rushing to fit a certain timeline, I decided to take a mental break from school and spend more time expanding my patient care experience. This extra time before optometry school helped me become a better prepared and more confident applicant when completing my applications.
How to Find the Right Optometry School For You, Even During a Pandemic by SCCO Student Ambassador, Nicole Nuha
I applied to optometry school as an out-of-state student during the summer of 2020, right in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, unfortunately I was unable to visit the optometry schools I applied to; however, I still managed to pick the school that fit me best, and here’s how I did it!
SCCO Faculty for 1st Year Students: Meet Dr. John Lee
A continuing video series featuring facutly who teach first year SCCO students, meet John Lee, OD, FAAO and hear his advice to incoming optometry students.
Immigrating to the States When I was 10 Years Old to Becoming a Doctor of Optometry by SCCO Student Ambassador, Supanat Sritapan
My name is Supanat Sritapan, but I also go by Soup. I am a first generation graduate school student who immigrated from Thailand to America when I was 10 years old. Although growing up on the other side of the globe affected how I navigated through the U.S. education system, I was still able to find my way here to SCCO.
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