The curriculum for the Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree is a four-year, full-time program of study. Please refer to the College of Optometry bulletin for course descriptions and course curriculums.
Note: Course curriculums and course requirements are subject to change.
Entry-Level Practice Standards for degree Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
The fourth year of the professional program at the College of Optometry consists of six eight-week advanced clinical rotations (externships) in the core optometric discipline. One of the rotations must have an ocular disease emphasis and one must be in a large general clinical setting. A minimum of two fourth-year rotations must be taken under the supervision of St. Louis-based College of Optometry faculty. Externships are permitted in private optometric or ophthalmological practices.
Questions? Contact Student Services
The Professional Program of the College of Optometry is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education, 243 N. Lindbergh Blvd., Suite 301, St. Louis, MO 63141; 800-365-2219; accredit@theacoe.org.
