We love connecting with prospective students and have a variety of ways to do so. Please see the various options below and choose whatever best fits your needs. We look forward to connecting with you soon!
Virtual Presentations
Join us for Virtual Presentations designed for all interest levels. Already know you want to pursue optometry and wanting to learn more about SCCO's program and admissions process? Looking to schedule your Pre-Optometry Club for a virtual presentation? Join us for a presentation with Admissions Officers, Student Ambassadors and networking with other pre-optometry students.
Pre-health student hoping to learn more about optometry? Out-of-state or Candian applicant with questions about relocating to SoCal? High School or Community College student trying to get a head start on becoming a competitive applicant? Join us for a Focused Topic of Interest presentation.
You're welcome to drop by for 1 session or as many as you like. Click the link below for dates, topics, and to RSVP.
Schedule a Phone Advising Session or Campus Tour
Tours of the school and advising sessions are arranged by appointment. Schedule a campus tour and/or a one-on-one phone advising session with an admissions officer Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Please note tours may be limited due to safety concerns.
Admissions Events
The Southern California College of Optometry at MBKU invites you to join us at one of our Admissions Events. These annual events 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.
Virtual Summer Admissions Workshop
This event is designed for potential students who are strategizing for and planning to apply in the upcoming admissions cycle.
Detailed information on increasing applicant competitiveness and the ins-and-outs of the admissions process are chief topics. MBKU students present in a panel discussion. Along with potential students, parents/significant others are invited to attend to learn more about what our program has to offer, as well as a Financial Aid briefing.
Virtual Spring Admissions Open House
It’s our biggest event of the year! The Spring Admissions Open House is geared for those who want to learn more about the profession, the admissions process and SCCO's program. This live, virtual event was held in April 2021 and included a welcome from the Dean, presentations from admissions advisors, Q&A with students and faculty and more!