Accelerated O.D. Programs
An accelerated program for talented high school students with an interest in optometry has been established by the College with several undergraduate colleges and universities. The program permits the qualified student to earn the Doctor of Optometry degree in seven years instead of the usual eight. The first three years are spent at a participating undergraduate institution, the next four at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. The student is awarded a Bachelor's degree by the undergraduate institution upon the successful completion of the first professional year and a Doctor of Optometry degree by the College at the conclusion of the professional degree program.
The following undergraduate colleges and universities are currently affiliated with the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in the accelerated baccalaureate/O.D. degree program:
Pennsylvania
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Saint Francis University of Pennsylvania
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford
University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown