DEGREE TYPE
Bachelor's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
LOCATION
Main Campus - Cape
Bachelor's Degree
Undergraduate
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Those who pursue an optometry major enjoy being able to help people improve one of our most prized senses. Pre-optometry is not a major at Southeast Missouri State University, but it is possible to gain preparation for optometry school while pursuing any academic major in the University.
Most students find that biology coursework required by optometry schools, and for preparation for the OAT, makes the biomedical sciences option in biology an attractive major. The Biology: Biomedical Sciences option is designed especially for students in the pre-health professions.
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$141k
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for an optometrist is $140,940.
$50k
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for an optician is $49,970.
$301k
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for an ophthalmologist physician is $301,500. Please note ophthalmologists attend medical school rather than professional school, which is the path for optometrists.
Because there is no pre-optometry degree, you’ll select another area to complete your undergraduate degree. You’ll complete a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete this degree, including the general education requirements and at least 39 senior division hours.
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