Doctor of Optometry Early Admission Program

Kentucky College of Optometry at University of Pikeville

• Three seats are reserved annually for qualifying E&H students. 

Admissions criteria*: 

• Completion of core and pre-requisite coursework with a grade of “C” or better
• 3.25 GPA  (Cumulative and Science) 
• Three letters of recommendation
  • Pre-Health Professions Committee Member
  • Pre-Health Advisor
  • Science faculty member
• Score at or above 300 average on the Optometry Admission test by January 15th of the third year of study at Emory & Henry. 
• Successful Interview

*This program is highly competitive, meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.