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Oct 07, 2024
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2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Optometry Combined Program
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About the Combined Program in Optometry
- Three years at Arcadia University
- Four years at Salus University
- B.A. in Interdisciplinary Science and Doctor of Optometry
Arcadia University has an accelerated, combined plan with Salus University (formerly the Pennsylvania College of Optometry) that allows students to complete a Doctor of Optometry degree in seven years.
During the first three years students study at Arcadia University, taking basic courses in the physical and biological sciences. The nationally standardized Optometry Aptitude Test (OAT) is taken during the fall of the third year. The score on this test, as well as the rest of the students’ academic credentials, are submitted to a joint Arcadia-Salus committee. Salus reserves a minimum of four places yearly for Arcadia students. Upon selection, students enroll the following year at Salus. Arcadia University awards a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Science after completion of a student’s first year at Salus. After completion of the four years of professional study there, Salus awards a Doctor of Optometry degree.
Requirements for the Combined Program in Optometry
At Arcadia University: specific courses as listed below, with electives to total 96 credits.
At Salus University: four years of professional study.
Five courses in Chemistry
Two courses in Physics either
Two courses in Mathematics
Undergraduate Curriculum requirements
First-Year Seminar
Global Connections Experience and Reflection
Additional Integrative Learning requirement
Areas of Inquiry – one of each
Creative Expressions
Cultural Legacies
Self and Society
Writing-designated course
The curriculum is designed so that all Arcadia requirements can be completed in three years. Below is a suggested sequence of courses.
Options
If students choose to remain at Arcadia University for the senior year, they can choose one of these options:
Complete a Biology major with
Complete a Chemistry major with
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