Bachelor of Science (BS) in Pre-Optometry Biology
The Pre-Optometry Program at MVNU is designed to enable students to prepare a file that is competitive for entry into optometry school. While in the program, students are guided through academic, spiritual character, and life-skill development.
Students are informed of expectations within the program, as well as the expectations of the admissions officers within the optometry schools. A semester-by-semester approach provides students with feedback for self-assessment regarding the extent of preparation as they progress. Seminars, documentation, and one-on-one meetings provide information about the preparation necessary, the application progress, and professional competencies and expectations.
An online resource is available to current students and alumni who are desiring to apply to optometry school. This tool is housed within the campus learning management system (Moodle). As a result, students and alumni with Internet access have unrestricted access to the content.
Curriculum
Take courses that help you see your future in optometry through a new lens.
Faith & learning at MVNU
As an intentionally Christian University, we integrate our faith into everything we do at MVNU. From prayer before class to exploring real-world moral and ethical dilemmas, we’ll teach you what it means to shine forth.
Travel
MVNU offers a number of fantastic travel and study afar programs designed to broaden your perspective, introduce you to new and exciting domestic and international cultures, and enhance your resume.
Service Learning:
- Belize
- Swaziland
- Haiti
- Croatia, Austria & Hungary
- Italy
- Spain, Portugal & France
- Greater Columbus Area
- Orlando
- San Francisco
- New Orleans
- Washington, D.C.
- Guyana
- Guatemala
Scholarships
Need a little help with finances? We’ve got you covered. Explore scholarships, grants, and other resources to help you pay for your education.
Careers
This program is designed to provide the preparation that is needed to apply to optometry schools. Students take courses that are required for entrance, as well as recommended courses. This academic preparation provides part of the necessary components. In addition, students are given instruction and guidance to complete an application profile that is competitive, including extra-curricular activities, volunteerism, clinical exposure, and undergraduate research. Finally, seminars are available for training in professionalism, the application process, interview preparation, and development of essential competencies.
OPTOMETRIST
Conduct eye exams and diagnose and treat visual problems and manage diseases, injuries, and other disorders of the eyes.
MVNU alumni have been accepted into optometry education programs at the following institutions:
- The Ohio State University College of Optometry
- University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry
- University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry
- Indiana University School of Optometry
- Michigan College of Optometry at Ferris State University
- Salus University Pennsylvania College of Optometry
- University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry
Meet the Faculty
MVNU professors are knowledgeable and experienced, and engage with students. Participation in meetings of the National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions (NAAHP), the Central Association of Advisors for the Health Professions (CAAHP), and the Ohio Health Professions Advisors (OHPA), and leadership roles within these organizations enable faculty to be experts in the process of preparation for application and entrance into the optometry field.
Hands-on learning in our labs
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