Applying to the School of Optometry

How to Apply


The first class will begin in the fall of 2025 and prospective students can submit applications starting in December.


Complete and submit an Optometry Centralized Application Service (OptomCAS) application by May 29, 2025 for application into the next class at Detroit Mercy Optometry.

ENTER INTO OPTOMCAS

  • Colleges and/or Universities attended
  • GPA, coursework and grades (Have your college transcripts available when accomplishing this)
  • Your optometric experience, employment, extracurricular activities and honors/awards.
  • OAT and/or other test scores
  • Letters of recommendation

All applicants should review the following functional guidelines for didactic and clinical optometric education to ensure compliance with all listed abilities and attributes.