Overview

Key facts

Eligible candidates applying for the Advanced Placement Doctor of Optometry (APOD) program from Salus University will be given a customized course of study that is designed based upon the applicant’s previous educational background, clinical experience, career goals and demonstrated competency during their program.

Programme Structure

Since the course of study is customized for each student, the duration of the program depends on demonstrated competencies of each individual student.

The current APOD program can take up to 44 months (the same duration as a traditional four-year optometry degree program); however, it can be completed faster based on demonstrated competencies of a given student.
Students enrolled in our APOD program take courses with the students enrolled in the Traditional OD degree program.
Customized courses may also be offered depending upon demonstrated competency of an individual student and students may be enrolled in courses that span many class years.

Audience

Graduates of the APOD program will have earned a Doctor of Optometry, which is the terminal degree for practicing Optometry in the United States.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

84

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Optometry View 12 other PhDs in Optometry in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

84

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum Education Requirement:

International degree in a relevant healthcare field, beyond that of a 3 or 4 year BSc degree. Eligible applicants include: MSc, MD, PhD, etc.

Students who successfully complete Salus University's Master of Science in Clinical Optometry program are also eligible to apply to the APOD program.

A course-by-course foreign credential evaluation from a NACES recognized agency is required in order to establish candidacy for the program.

Curriculum vitae or resume of work experience

Personal Goal Statement

Two letters of recommendation from a representative of a professional organization, professor or employer
Official results from the TOEFL iBT, TOEFL Essentials, IELTS or Duolingo examination are required of all non-native English speakers.

Tuition Fee

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International

10635 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42540 USD for the full programme during 48 months.
National

10635 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42540 USD for the full programme during 48 months.

Living costs for Montgomeryville

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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