Detroit Mercy School of Optometry
Welcome to the University of Detroit Mercy School of Optometry
University of Detroit Mercy School of Optometry is the 25th optometry school in the United States. Located in Novi, Mich., we are situated in metro Detroit with access to rich cultural history and a dynamic social scene, including fine arts, entertainment and several professional sports teams.
The School of Optometry offers a small class size and direct access to faculty, administration and support. Students have the opportunity to conduct research with faculty dedicated to evidence-based clinical optometric practice. Additionally, students are offered both on-site and external clinical experiences throughout the United States and Canada.
Mission in Action
The School of Optometry and Eye Institute are examples of UDM’s Jesuit and Mercy mission in action. Fostering a forward-thinking, inclusive learning environment, the School of Optometry develops competent and ethical eye and vision care professionals committed to patient care and community wellness. Our success is rooted in the Jesuit and Mercy traditions through the integration of scholarly activity, evidence-based teaching and service.
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School of Optometry Admission
Contact the Office of Admission at optometryadmissions@udmercy.edu for more information.
About Detroit Mercy Optometry
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Eye Institute
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Program Disclosure of Accreditation Status
The Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) has granted the University of Detroit Mercy School of Optometry the preaccreditation status of “Preliminary Approval.” Preliminary Approval status signifies satisfactory progress toward accreditation. Achieving Preliminary Approval status is not a guarantee that the ACOE will grant the University of Detroit Mercy School of Optometry an accreditation status. Participants who graduate from a program in Preliminary Approval status are not deemed to have completed an accredited program. The University of Detroit Mercy School of Optometry will be evaluated for the granting of an accreditation status during the academic year the first cohort is scheduled to graduate. For more information, see the ACOE’s website or contact the ACOE at accredit@theacoe.org.
School of Optometry News
October 26, 2026
UDM to celebrate faculty in annual recognition event
Full-time faculty across all of UDM’s campuses will be honored for their service at the event, with prestigious awards bestowed upon two faculty members from the College of Engineering & Science.
October 23, 2026
Agreement with open-access journal to cover article fees for UDM researchers
An agreement between 'microPublication Biology' and University of Detroit Mercy will allow Titan researchers to publish an unlimited number of peer reviewed articles in the journal with no publication fees.
September 22, 2026
UDM ranks among top 200 national universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges
Detroit Mercy is the highest-ranked independent university in Michigan, and is among the top 100 private institutions nationwide.