Doctor of Optometry
The College of Optometry offers an innovative Doctor of Optometry program that emphasizes optometric rehabilitation including neuro-optometry. This emerging specialty helps patients who have visual and perceptual problems as a result of brain injury, stroke, physical disability or neurological illness. Our emphasis on optometric rehabilitation also includes vision therapy, low vision rehabilitation, and care for vulnerable populations such as those with developmental disabilities.
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Western University of Health Sciences (SWAG视频) welcomes international students and their families to our diverse university community.
International Student Services (ISS) is responsible for providing support and assistance in immigration advising, maintaining immigration status, maintaining information and documents on foreign students and their dependents in the Student and exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), staying current with rules and regulations and interpreting and applying the rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland Security.
Western University of Health Sciences has approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive VA educational benefits. The School Certifying Officials that are located on the Pomona, California campus assist all students who receive VA educational benefits. We cannot assist you with determining your eligibility for benefits.
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Upcoming Events
Tuesday, January 28 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time Do you have questions about applying to SWAG视频鈥檚 Doctor of Optometry (OD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.聽聽
Monday, February 10 at 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time Tuesday, February 11 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time Thursday, February 13 at 1:00 PM Pacific Standard Time Do you have questions about applying to SWAG视频鈥檚 Doctor of Optometry (OD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.聽聽
Wednesday, February 26 at 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time Are you interested in applying to optometry school but need help with your application? Join our virtual info session to hear our admissions representative provide an overview of the admissions process, share important deadline dates, list prerequisites and application requirements, share competitive class stats, and more! You鈥檒l also have an opportunity to ask your questions and learn how to become a competitive applicant during our Q&A session.
Saturday, March 1 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time Get to know SWAG视频, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success 聽
Thursday, March 13 at 11:00 AM Pacific Standard Time Do you have questions about applying to SWAG视频鈥檚 Doctor of Optometry (OD) program? Drop in during our virtual group advising session, where you and your fellow prospective students will have the opportunity to ask an admissions team member your specific application questions. Register to get help navigating our admissions process and receive tips on how to become a competitive applicant.聽聽
Saturday, June 7 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time Get to know SWAG视频, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success 聽
Saturday, November 15 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time Get to know SWAG视频, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success 聽