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Doctor of Optometry

The College of Optometry offers an innovative Doctor of Optometry program that emphasizes optometric rehabilitation including neuro-optometry. This emerging specialty helps patients who have visual and perceptual problems as a result of brain injury, stroke, physical disability or neurological illness. Our emphasis on optometric rehabilitation also includes vision therapy, low vision rehabilitation, and care for vulnerable populations such as those with developmental disabilities.

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As a WesternU graduate, you will also be prepared for full scope optometric practice. Whether you choose to work in a private or group practice, a hospital-based setting, community clinics, or any other setting, you will be prepared for a rewarding career helping people to improve their vision and to maintain and restore their eye health.
Doctor of Optometry (OD)
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    International Student Services (ISS) is responsible for providing support and assistance in immigration advising, maintaining immigration status, maintaining information and documents on foreign students and their dependents in the Student and exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), staying current with rules and regulations and interpreting and applying the rules and regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland Security.

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  • Veterans Benefits

    Western University of Health Sciences has approval from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to certify students eligible to receive VA educational benefits. The School Certifying Officials that are located on the Pomona, California campus assist all students who receive VA educational benefits. We cannot assist you with determining your eligibility for benefits.

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    Accreditation WesternU’s College of Optometry

    WesternU’s College of Optometry was granted the accreditation classification of “Accredited” by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) on February 6, 2013.
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    Learn About The Profession From ASCO

    The Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) offers resources to future optometrists. Please take a moment to read their True Stories flipbook to learn more about the difference you can make in people’s lives. You may also access more information directly at:

    Upcoming Events

    • Inside Optometry: What to Expect During Clinical Rotations

      Thursday, March 30 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

      Join College of Optometry faculty members and admissions representatives online to learn more about life as a third- and fourth-year student in our Doctor of Optometry (OD) program. We’ll discuss how we support our students in obtaining clinical rotation and externship opportunities, what to expect from the experience, common barriers and challenges, how to balance commitments, and more. 

    • Doctor of Optometry (OD) | Introductory Information Session

      Thursday, April 20 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time

      Sign up to learn more about the incredible Doctor of Optometry program at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California! We will be introducing the career of optometry, our program highlights, and we will finish with an overview of the admissions process and how to make yourself a competitive applicant. See you then!