The primary mission of the Michigan College of Optometry is to educate and train professional students who, upon graduation, are able to provide the diagnostic and treatment services which characterize the general practice of optometry. The Doctor of Optometry program is a four year professional degree program which admits 34 students annually.
Admission is competitive and the health sciences curriculum is rigorous.
The Michigan College of Optometry is well known throughout the health care professions for graduating highly skilled Doctors of Optometry. However, some graduates wish to specialize in certain aspects of eye care which requires an additional year of clinical training in the desired specialty area. The Michigan College of Optometry offers two post-doctoral residency programs. Dr. Nancy Peterson-Klein is the Chief of Residencies. The Michigan College of Optometry plays an integral role in the development of the profession in the state, Great Lakes region, and nation.