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SUNY College of Optometry (2026): OAT Requirements, Admissions, and Tuition | OAT Destroyer | DAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

OAT Study Guide 

The SUNY College of Optometry, officially known as the State University of New York College of Optometry, is one of the most prestigious optometry programs in the United States. Located in Midtown Manhattan at 33 West 42nd Street, SUNY Optometry offers a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree with exceptional access to a diverse urban patient population and world-class clinical training facilities.

About SUNY College of Optometry

Founded in 1971, SUNY College of Optometry is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE). The college is home to the University Eye Center, one of the largest optometric clinical facilities in the country, providing students with extensive hands-on patient care experience across a wide range of ocular conditions.

  • Location: New York City, New York
  • Degree Offered: Doctor of Optometry (OD)
  • Accreditation: Accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE)
  • Clinical Facility: University Eye Center, New York City
  • Founded: 1971

OAT Requirements

SUNY College of Optometry is a highly competitive program. Competitive applicants typically present:

  • Academic Average (AA): approximately 330–360+
  • Total Science (TS): approximately 330–360+
  • Overall GPA: ~3.4+
  • Science GPA: ~3.3+

Admissions Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
  • Completion of required science prerequisites (Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physics, Math, Statistics)
  • OAT scores (typically taken within the last 2–3 years)
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Optometry shadowing experience strongly recommended
  • Applications submitted through OptomCAS

Tuition and Costs (2026)

Estimated annual tuition:

  • New York State residents: ~$20,000–$28,000 per year
  • Non-residents: ~$35,000–$45,000 per year

Prospective students should verify current figures directly with SUNY College of Optometry.

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