We love connecting with prospective students and have a variety of ways to do so in person and virtually. Group events and presentations offer a great opportunity for prospective students at all levels of interest to explore the optometry profession, SCCO's program, MBKU's campus, student life, and more. We look forward to connecting with you soon!
Have a quick question? Stuck on something in your application and just need to run it by someone? Click here or use Meeting ID: 917 3972 0566 to drop in anytime, admissions officers are standing by to answer your questions! No password or RSVP is required.
Upcoming dates: October 23rd | November 7th from 11am-1pm PT (future dates will be posted soon!)
Tips for Students Going Straight from Undergrad to Optometry School with No Gap Year
Thursday, October 5, 2023 | 5:30-6:30pm PT | Click here to RSVP!
Planning to complete undergrad then start optometry school a few months later but nervous about how to apply while still in school? Join Student Ambassadors as they share their journeys and how they juggled classes, clubs, working on their application, preparing for the OAT, interviews and more. They did it and you can too!
Get to Know SCCO + Student Ambassador Q & A: Learn More About Our Program and the Admissions Process, then connect with Current Students
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 | 5:30-7:30pm PT | Click here to RSVP!
Learn more about our program, the admissions process, what we look for in competitive applicants, and timeline tips for those considering applying this time of the year. then Connect with Current Students. The perfect event for pre-optometry clubs to host a watch party, or for individuals who aren’t involved in a club to join our community for support!
“Eye’m Not From Around Here”: Out of State Students Get Real About Taking A Leap of Faith and Crossing Borders to Attend Optometry School at MBKU
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 | 4:00-5:00pm PT | Click here to RSVP!
Join Out-of-State Student Ambassadors as they share about topics such as “researching schools you’ve never visited”, “moving far from home and finding housing”, “finding the courage to step out of your comfort zone,” and whatever other questions you’d like to ask!
Get to Know SCCO + Student Ambassador Q & A: Learn More About Our Program and the Admissions Process, then connect with Current Students
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 | 5:30-7:30pm PT | Click here to RSVP!
Learn more about our program, the admissions process, what we look for in competitive applicants, and timeline tips for those considering applying this time of the year. then Connect with Current Students. The perfect event for pre-optometry clubs to host a watch party, or for individuals who aren’t involved in a club to join our community for support!
Sneak Peak at 2024 Topics (dates and details will be posted towards the end of the year): "Navigating Grad School Applications as a 1st Generation College Student", "Ask Me Anything: SCCO Admissions Officers Answer Anything You'd Like", "SCCO Day in the Life: Clubs, Classes, Clinic, Community Service and more!", "Get to know SCCO + Student Ambassador Q & A" and "Tips for Career Changers or People Taking 1+ Gap Years"
Once a month we host main campus and clinic tours from 9-11am on select Fridays. Click here to RSVP and download arrival and parking information.
Looking for a great place to shadow? We'd love to host you at the University Eye Center at Ketchum Health in Anaheim! Experience clinic life, observe patient care, and chat with current students for a few hours as you shadow 3rd and 4th-year optometric interns and meet faculty. Click here to submit your request.
Saturday, September 23, 2023 | 8:30am-Noon | MBKU Main Campus | Space is limited, click here to RSVP
Students who are exploring the health professions are welcome to join us to:
Note: this event is not designed for people who have made the exciting decision that Optometry is their future career. Check back soon for details on our Optometry Admissions Open House date in the Spring!
Saturday, January 27, 2024 | 3-6pm PT | In Person on the MBKU Main Campus | RSVP coming soon!
Come hang out with SCCO Student Ambassadors! We created this event to let you walk in our shoes so you can get an idea of what it's like to be an optometry student at MBKU. We'll have campus tours, hands-on demos, teach you some basic skills you can use during vision screenings, plus have games, snacks and plenty of time to chat and answer any questions you have for us! Admissions Officers will be here as well to help address any questions about applying.
Whether you're still exploring optometry, are applying soon, or have already been admitted to our incoming class, this event is for you!
We can't wait to meet you and show you around!
The SCCO Student Ambassador Team
The Optometry Open House is geared toward those who want to learn more about the profession, the admissions process, and SCCO's program. Click here for more details and to RSVP.
Watch past webinar recordings, event recordings, and more on our SCCO Video Page.
Watch video interviews with faculty members, read encouraging articles written by Student Ambassadors, learn more about OAT prep, shadowing, Student Life, and more by visiting www.optometryadmissions.com.
Read Student Ambassador bios, hear their tips for prospective students, and find contact information so you can reach out anytime!