This does not mean that you should not consider other schools. UWM students have been admitted to other schools of optometry. If your academic credentials are strong, you have a competitive chance for admission to optometry school. The Doctor of Optometry degree requires completion of a four-year program at an accredited optometry school preceded by at least three years of preoptometric study at an accredited college or university. Most optometry students hold a bachelor's degree prior to admittance to optometry school.
Incomes vary depending upon location, specialization and other factors.