Preparing you for admission into any school of optometry
With a career in optometry, you’ll make a clear difference in people’s lives, ensuring the visual health of your patients. While pre-optometry is not a major itself, we’ll match you with a degree program and the necessary coursework required to prepare you for admission into a school of optometry.
WONDERING IF THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Are able to adapt to new techniques and instruments
- Have strong communication skills
- Are detail oriented
- Have a strong mathematical and scientific background
- Have good coordination
- Are service-oriented
- Have strong decision-making skills
CAREERS
With an optometry degree, you could work in the areas of:
- Pediatric optometry
- Geriatric optometry
- Vision therapy
INTERNSHIPS
At Northern, we believe getting you out of the classroom and into a real-world workplace setting is a critical part of your education. You'll have several opportunities for internships and other forms of experiential learning throughout your time at Northern. Learn more at Student Experiences!
SCHOLARSHIPS
The NSU WolfPACT is the highest guaranteed, four-year scholarship in the region. But that isn't the only scholarship available at Northern. Visit Arts and Sciences Scholarships to learn about other scholarship opportunities!
COURSES
SAMPLE PLANS OF STUDY
STUDY ABROAD
Experience the world while earning your degree through NSU Study Abroad! With hundreds of opportunities available around the globe, Northern can make your study abroad dream become a reality. Learn more at Study Abroad!
STUDENT RESEARCH
At Northern, you'll have the chance to conduct cutting-edge research that can have real-world impacts - while still an undergraduate student. Now with our brand new, state-of-the-art Jewett Regional Science Education Center, the sky is truly the limit. Learn more at Student Research!