The Optometry School Journey with Kaplan Learn about admissions, the OAT, and how Kaplan can support you in your future plans. Nisha Reddy Student Brand Ambassador University of Houston nisha.reddy@kaplan.com

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Optometry School Admissions Timeline Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Prepare for OAT Prepare for OAT Take OAT Take OAT Primary Primary Applications Secondary Secondary Applications Interviews Interviews Ideal For fall cycle, acceptance for rolling programs will be at least 1 month after you apply; for non-rolling programs, the admissions decision will be made between January and May of the following year, depending on the program. Admissions Decisions Rolling Admissions Possible Official OAT Scores available 3–4 weeks after test date Primary applications take 4–6 weeks to be verified

OAT Basics When is the OAT offered? Daily at Prometric Testing Centers Test format Computer-based exam Retaking the OAT? 90 day waiting period between tests Schools see all attempts Score Validity/Score Range 3-5 years, depending on school / 200-400 Average Prep Time 200+ hours Application Deadlines Vary by school, starting January OAT Info/Registration www.ada.org/en/oat

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OAT Test Breakdown Section Questions Duration Topics Optional Tutorial 15 minutes Survey of the Natural Sciences 100 90 minutes 40 Biology 30 General Chemistry 30 Organic Chemistry Reading Comprehension 50 60 minutes 3 passages with 13–14 questions each Optional Break Physics 40 50 minutes First-year, Noncalculus-based Physics Quantitative Reasoning 45 minutes Algebra, Probability and Statistics, Geometry, Trigonometry Optional Post Test Survey *The GRE also includes an experimental section—either quant or verbal

How is the OAT Scored? Average Matriculant: 320+ Average Test Taker: 300 Average Matriculant: 320+

There are only 23 optometry schools in the United States. Why Prep for the OAT? OAT scores are highly correlated with success in optometry school. The OAT and GPA are the only two quantitative factors schools use to evaluate candidates for admission. Admission is very competitive, and a high score will help you stand out in the crowd. There are only 23 optometry schools in the United States.

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Student Brand Ambassador Q + A Nisha Reddy Student Brand Ambassador University of Houston nisha.reddy@kaplan.com