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Congratulations on starting your graduate school journey with Nova Southeastern University’s College of Optometry. The goal of NSU’s College of Optometry is to give the best optometric education while advancing the field through innovative research and clinical placements. The college offers you and your fellow students an unparalleled education guaranteed to provide lifelong success.
Our faculty are active contributors to your success and are with you every step of the way. The College has an active Student Government Association and numerous clubs for you to join and meet others with similar professional interests. Plus, you will also enjoy living and learning on our modern campus located in beautiful Broward County.
Plus, you’re part of a larger health care student community present at NSU. Our Health Professions Division (HPD) provides you with an expanded awareness of how the College of Optometry seamlessly works with other programs across this division. View the HPD catalog for an in-depth look at all the division provides through academic and student support.
What Makes NSU's College of Optometry Exceptional
Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
The Doctor of Optometry program at NSU provides students with an exceptional education, empowering students to be leaders in eye health care. Plus, NSU’s O.D. program is consistently ranked amongst the best in the country, guaranteeing long-term success and a solid ROI to its graduates.
Program Highlights:
- 4 or 5-year extended degree pathways
- Holistic health education components
- Clinical experiences in all optometric specialties
- High board exam pass rates
College of Optometry Programs
Master of Science (M.S.) in Clinical Vision Research
The Master of Science in Clinical Vision Research focuses on research methodologies in clinical settings and enables students to be vital components in clinical and patient care advancements.
Program Highlights:
- 2 years, 45 credits
- Flexible with distant learning options
- Interest-based thesis projects
Connect with Alumni
As a College of Optometry student, you will have access to a vast network ready to help you succeed and take advantage of graduate student resources and support offered to each student. And support isn’t contained to the confines of our campuses. With more than 1,500 active optometry alumni, you’re connected to practitioners in the field working in a variety of different clinical settings across the United States and beyond.