Optometry – OD
Common Requirements for Doctor of Optometry (OD) Programs
The list below shows common basic requirements for most optometry schools in the US, though requirements for optometry schools can be variable. To make sure you are fulfilling the prerequisites for the schools you are interested in attending, please check their individual admissions websites. As a reminder, this list is not a substitute for meeting with the Academic Advisor in your College.
| Course | Requirement | Fulfilled By* |
|---|---|---|
| Biology | 2 semesters lecture, 2 semesters lab | BIO 181 BIO 183 |
| General Chemistry | 2 semesters lecture, 2 semesters lab | CH 101/102 CH 201/202 |
| Organic Chemistry | 1 semester lecture, 1 semester lab | CH 221/222 |
| Physics | 2 semesters lecture, 2 semesters lab | PY 211 PY 212 |
| English Writing | 2 semesters | ENG 101 Advanced ENG |
| Mathematics | 2 semesters | ST 311 or 370 MA 121, 131, or 141 |
| Biochemistry | 1 semester | BCH 351 or BCH 451 |
| Microbiology | 1 semester | MB 351/352 |
| Psychology | 1 semester | PSY 200 |
Requirements for regional schools: