Pre-Optometry Program

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Pre-Professional On-Campus Main Campus

DEGREE TYPE

Bachelor's Degree

PROGRAM TYPE

Undergraduate

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Flexibility and service in one career.

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.

Where Bold Ideas Take Shape in Optometry

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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Pre-Optometry Majors Outcomes & Careers

Your Path. Your Impact in Optometry.

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.

 

Hands-on Learning

You’ll gain hands-on real-world experience through research opportunities and internships.
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Getting the Job

Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, and sell your knowledge and experience—if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. Our boldly supportive faculty will provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.

Become a Redhawk.

Do more than dream about the future. Take the first steps to make it all happen.

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Location

Office

Rhodes Hall 224

Mailing Address

One University Plaza, MS 6200
Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701