Université de Montréal École d'optométrie (2026): OAT Requirements, Admissions, and Tuition | OAT Destroyer | DAT Destroyer | Dr. Jim Romano

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The Université de Montréal École d’optométrie, located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, offers the Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE). It is one of only two accredited optometry programs in Canada and is the only French-language optometry program in North America.

Université de Montréal École d’optométrie OAT requirements, admissions details, and tuition are outlined below for students applying to the program.

About the Université de Montréal École d’optométrie

The Université de Montréal École d’optométrie is located on the Université de Montréal campus in Montreal, Quebec. It is one of Canada’s two accredited optometry programs and the only French-language optometry school in North America. The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) and provides clinical training through its on-campus clinic and affiliated sites throughout Quebec.

OAT Score Requirements

Competitive applicants typically present:

  • Academic Average (AA): 320–350+
  • Total Science (TS): 320–350+

Note: Instruction is primarily in French. Proficiency in French is required. Always verify current requirements directly with the admissions office.

Admissions Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent Quebec CEGEP prerequisites)
  • Prerequisites: Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physics, Math, Statistics
  • OAT scores
  • French language proficiency required
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Optometry observation hours

Tuition

Estimated annual tuition: approximately $4,000–$10,000 CAD for Quebec residents; higher for out-of-province and international students. Verify current tuition directly with the university.

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