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    Admission Events

    Various admissions events geared toward different interest levels are offered throughout the year.

  • Students using VR Magic

    Admission Events

    Various admissions events geared toward different interest levels are offered throughout the year.

Events, Tours, Advising Sessions & Presentations

Connect with SCCO Admissions + Student Ambassadors In Person or Virtually!

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: All sessions are 11am-1pm PT | March 7

Get to Know SCCO + Student Ambassador Q & A: Learn More About Our Program and the Admissions Process, then connect with Current Students  |  Monday, March 25, 2024  |  5:30-7:00 pm PT

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! RSVP here.

 

Everything You Need to Know about Being a Career Changer or Taking 1 or More Gap Years  |  Tuesday, April 16, 2024  |  5:30-6:30 pm PT

Not sure if you should take a Gap Year? Already took a gap year or two...or three... or more? Decided to make a Career Change after college? You're not alone! Join our Student Ambassadors as they share about their journey, and admissions officers share how to make yourself stand out as an applicant because of your interesting background! RSVP here.

 

Navigating Grad School Applications as a 1st Generation College Student  |  Thursday, May 2, 2024  |  4-5pm PT

Applying for grad school can be overwhelming no matter what your background is, but for those who don't have family members who have paved the way, it can be hard to even know where to start. Nearly half of the students at MBKU identify as "first generation" in some way. Meet some Student Ambassadors who've navigated the path and learn how to blaze the trail for your family with their guidance, tips and encouragement! RSVP here.

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. Our Clinic Shadowing Program will pause during the holidays. Please submit requests for dates no sooner than 1/19/24. Click here to submit your request.

 

 

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.

ON-DEMAND EVENTS AND RESOURCES

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!