Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Biology - Pre-Optometry Concentration] From Ferris State University

In addition to completing coursework, students can serve as practice patients in the University's optometry clinic and can join the Pre-Optometry Club, a supportive network of students with common goals and interests. Superior academic preparation and awareness of optometry as a profession are very important factors in a candidate's preparation.

The Michigan College of Optometry (MCO) prefers to accept applicants who have completed a bachelor degree. However, MCO will continue to accept applications from candidates who have completed a minimum of three years (90 semester hours) of specified course work at a college or university. The listing of courses presented in this program sheet fulfills the minimum specified course work to be contained in the initial 90 credits as well as the additional course work necessary to complete the Bachelor's Degree in Biology. An application to the Michigan College of Optometry may be submitted while the minimum requirements are being completed.