As a respected optometric educational institution, admission to the professional program at ICO is competitive, but is accessible to individuals who demonstrate the ability to succeed at the College and who show promise of making a contribution to the profession.

A new entering class is enrolled each fall term. Since applications are processed and considered as they are received, applicants are encouraged to begin the admissions process approximately one year in advance of their planned entrance date. Applications are available on-line on August 1st for the following year’s entering class.

Required Pre-Optometry Curriculum

Optometry Admission Test

Shadowing/Observing an optometrist

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