124 Building 44, 581-5744. Doctors of optometry practice in virtually every community and are the major providers of vision care in America. The optometric profession offers a wide range of opportunities in solo, associate or group practice, government service, teaching, and research.
Optometry is one of the top income-earning professions in the country.
Most optometry schools require at least three years of college course work in addition to a high school diploma or the equivalent. Some require the bachelor's degree. Most students accepted have a bachelor's degree. Any major is acceptable, provided it permits completion of course entry requirements. The doctor of optometry degree requires four years of optometry school.