Hey Tyler! If you didn't do too well on your pre reqs in college, do you think you can still get into optometry school after doing a post-bacc program ? Like, if I finished my bachelor's but I still need a couple more classes and retake others to fulfill all the courses?
Yeah that should work. If you have your prerequisite classes done and you have a decent gpa and good OAT score, you'll definitely be considered a good candidate for admission!
How often would you use what you learned from your pre-req courses and apply it to your daily life as an O.D.? I understand A&P would be used daily, but would Chemistry, Physics and Calculus be used everyday?
Good question. I would say the physics of light (optics) is used every day but nothing like calculating wave lengths or anything in that manner. They teach you everything you need to know in optometry school so I would strongly recommend to just get your pre-reqs out of the way. Don't worry if you don't do well or if you forget a lot about it. I never use chemistry or calculus when I see patients.
Hey Tyler, I just recently stumbled upon your channel. I'm in 12th grade and have just recently decided that I'd love to be an optometrist, do I have to get a bachelors degree first and if so what is the most recommended majors?
arzu m most schools require a bachelors degree, but some do not. I would say it would be a good idea to major in some sort of biology/biomedical science/microbiology since those majors tend to have all of the pre-requisites needed for optometry school. However, you don't have to have a science major, you only need to take the necessary pre-requisite courses. So you can major in anything non-related to science but it would be more work for you in the end since you would have to complete that major's required courses in addition to the pre-reqs for optometry school.
Tyler L Is it different in the UK? and I'm kind of struggling because I have already applied to university with a different major (Psychology, because I had just recently looked into optometry), but I think i could change majors whilst in the university, right?
Good question about being in the UK. I am not sure what it is like in the UK, unfortunately. I would speak with a pre-health professions advisor at your university and ask him/her what requirements are needed for an optometry school in the UK. I would guess majoring in a physiology, biology, microbiology, or biomedical science major would benefit you since the courses will likely align with the necessary pre-requisite courses for optometry school.
I just wanted first to say that your videos are very helpful and I love them. And second I wanted to ask how can I find a doctor to shadow. I have been thinking of just emailing optometrists near me and see what happens. And also what else can I do that can help me stand out. I know that one girl had her interview posted on UA-cam and the people that interviewed her seemed to be very interested that she went to India and volunteered doing some eye care help. Would something like this be a good idea or is shadowing multiple optometrists be more than enough. Thank you for your time.
+MrABEEED Yes. I would definitely email some optometrists if you're interested. Many of them love to show people what they do. I would say that having experience and learning about the profession is just as good as shadowing overseas. The interviewers are really only interested in how much passion you have for the profession. So whether or not you shadow on an extravagant journey, or you shadow around your local area, it shouldn't make too much of a difference. As long and you learn about the profession and can express why you want to be an eye doctor in your interview, that's what will make the interviewers interested. Good question!
What do you recommend is the best way to go about looking for shadowing opportunities? Should I call and talk to the receptionist or try emailing the office? What is more successful in your experience? Thanks in advance! (:
Either way. I would just ask to see if the practice allows shadowing and that you are interested in learning more about optometry. In my experience, most will allow you
+Tyler L I have another question for you. I'm currently a Biology B.S. Major in undergrad. I'm considering a minor in either chemistry or physics. Based on your experience, which do you think (if either) would be better or more useful for optometry, if not for improving my application than based on the nature of the courses?
Good question. I would definitely say physics, especially focusing on the light, refraction, and diffraction lessons since it will give you a great head start!
All you need for optometry school are the pre-req courses for whichever optometry school you are looking into. Most schools don't require neuroanatomy but I took it and it made the material a little easier once I got to optometry school. Not mandatory to take for most schools though.
Hey Tyler! I have been watching your videos as i have been researching A LOT about optometry school and i was wondering what my chances are for admission if i have a "W" on my transcript? The reason why i have a W is because i dropped out of a stats class thinking i was not going to need that class or better yet, choose optometry as a career. Hope to hear from you!
good question. I would check with an optometry school to see what they require as far as stats classes go. Some may not require it while others might. If you cannot find it I would call that school's administration and see if you need to take that class before applying.
+J. Andy I would say biology is a great major to cover the prerequisite courses to get into school. The most important thing is to make sure you finish all of your prereq courses that are required for school, and most of them will be covered in a typical biology major. I would talk to a pre-health counselor at your school if you have one to make sure you'll complete every class you'll need. As far as the curriculum for optometry school, there are several subjects involving most of the science courses in undergrad.There's lost of physiology, pathology, neurobiology, physics, and math. Thanks for the question
It depends on the pre-reqs your undergraduate college requires. If not, I would say the advantage to taking it in high school might make physics easier in undergrad
If you have a low undergrad gpa and a high graduate gpa will optometry schools take that into consideration?
you seem like a pretty good guy, keep going bro
Hey Tyler. I was wondering if the classes and times are set for you each semester? or can you kind of set your schedule?
Unfortunately, for most schools, if not all schools, all classes are set for you
Hey Tyler! If you didn't do too well on your pre reqs in college, do you think you can still get into optometry school after doing a post-bacc program ? Like, if I finished my bachelor's but I still need a couple more classes and retake others to fulfill all the courses?
Yeah that should work. If you have your prerequisite classes done and you have a decent gpa and good OAT score, you'll definitely be considered a good candidate for admission!
Hey Tyler! Link didn't work, is there any way I could get my hands on that comprehensive list of schools?
How often would you use what you learned from your pre-req courses and apply it to your daily life as an O.D.? I understand A&P would be used daily, but would Chemistry, Physics and Calculus be used everyday?
Good question. I would say the physics of light (optics) is used every day but nothing like calculating wave lengths or anything in that manner. They teach you everything you need to know in optometry school so I would strongly recommend to just get your pre-reqs out of the way. Don't worry if you don't do well or if you forget a lot about it. I never use chemistry or calculus when I see patients.
how did you prepare for the OAT? I am self studying with a Kaplan book at the OAT destroyer. did you take a formal class?
Yes, I did an online Kaplan class and it helped me tremendously
Hey Tyler, I just recently stumbled upon your channel. I'm in 12th grade and have just recently decided that I'd love to be an optometrist, do I have to get a bachelors degree first and if so what is the most recommended majors?
arzu m most schools require a bachelors degree, but some do not. I would say it would be a good idea to major in some sort of biology/biomedical science/microbiology since those majors tend to have all of the pre-requisites needed for optometry school. However, you don't have to have a science major, you only need to take the necessary pre-requisite courses. So you can major in anything non-related to science but it would be more work for you in the end since you would have to complete that major's required courses in addition to the pre-reqs for optometry school.
Tyler L Is it different in the UK? and I'm kind of struggling because I have already applied to university with a different major (Psychology, because I had just recently looked into optometry), but I think i could change majors whilst in the university, right?
Good question about being in the UK. I am not sure what it is like in the UK, unfortunately. I would speak with a pre-health professions advisor at your university and ask him/her what requirements are needed for an optometry school in the UK. I would guess majoring in a physiology, biology, microbiology, or biomedical science major would benefit you since the courses will likely align with the necessary pre-requisite courses for optometry school.
Thank you so much for your reply :) very helpful
Hey Tyler,
Is Calculus required by most grad programs as a pre req?
David Richetto yes, calculus 1 and 2
I just wanted first to say that your videos are very helpful and I love them. And second I wanted to ask how can I find a doctor to shadow. I have been thinking of just emailing optometrists near me and see what happens. And also what else can I do that can help me stand out. I know that one girl had her interview posted on UA-cam and the people that interviewed her seemed to be very interested that she went to India and volunteered doing some eye care help. Would something like this be a good idea or is shadowing multiple optometrists be more than enough. Thank you for your time.
+MrABEEED Yes. I would definitely email some optometrists if you're interested. Many of them love to show people what they do.
I would say that having experience and learning about the profession is just as good as shadowing overseas. The interviewers are really only interested in how much passion you have for the profession. So whether or not you shadow on an extravagant journey, or you shadow around your local area, it shouldn't make too much of a difference. As long and you learn about the profession and can express why you want to be an eye doctor in your interview, that's what will make the interviewers interested.
Good question!
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Tell me salary in optometrist and benefits
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What do you recommend is the best way to go about looking for shadowing opportunities? Should I call and talk to the receptionist or try emailing the office? What is more successful in your experience? Thanks in advance! (:
Either way. I would just ask to see if the practice allows shadowing and that you are interested in learning more about optometry. In my experience, most will allow you
+Tyler L I have another question for you. I'm currently a Biology B.S. Major in undergrad. I'm considering a minor in either chemistry or physics. Based on your experience, which do you think (if either) would be better or more useful for optometry, if not for improving my application than based on the nature of the courses?
Good question. I would definitely say physics, especially focusing on the light, refraction, and diffraction lessons since it will give you a great head start!
Is it ok that I’m just taking Anatomy & Physiology and not neuroanatomy? Or should I take that too.
All you need for optometry school are the pre-req courses for whichever optometry school you are looking into. Most schools don't require neuroanatomy but I took it and it made the material a little easier once I got to optometry school. Not mandatory to take for most schools though.
thanks for all the videos! I'll be applying this summer
Hey Tyler! I have been watching your videos as i have been researching A LOT about optometry school and i was wondering what my chances are for admission if i have a "W" on my transcript? The reason why i have a W is because i dropped out of a stats class thinking i was not going to need that class or better yet, choose optometry as a career. Hope to hear from you!
good question. I would check with an optometry school to see what they require as far as stats classes go. Some may not require it while others might. If you cannot find it I would call that school's administration and see if you need to take that class before applying.
Tyler L thanks for replying! I will do that!
Is biology the best major for optometry school, also is optometry 70% biology, 30% physics? or is there also math courses?
+J. Andy I would say biology is a great major to cover the prerequisite courses to get into school. The most important thing is to make sure you finish all of your prereq courses that are required for school, and most of them will be covered in a typical biology major. I would talk to a pre-health counselor at your school if you have one to make sure you'll complete every class you'll need.
As far as the curriculum for optometry school, there are several subjects involving most of the science courses in undergrad.There's lost of physiology, pathology, neurobiology, physics, and math.
Thanks for the question
alright thank you
+Tyler L
What was your major?
+J. Andy biomedical sciences
Hi Tyler,
Your videos are super helpful. I was wondering the specifics of how you're currently paying for optometry school? Thank you :)
Student loans, lots of them.. Haha
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is this a well paid field ?
yes, most ODs make low to mid-range 6 figures
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thank you wish me luck
do i need to take physics in high school?
It depends on the pre-reqs your undergraduate college requires. If not, I would say the advantage to taking it in high school might make physics easier in undergrad
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