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Pre-Optometry Program at the Arizona College of Optometry (AZ-POP)

Undergraduate students are invited to learn about the Doctor of Optometry degree. The program runs June 22-24, 2026, and includes hands-on workshops, panel discussions, interactive lab experiences, and more. Applications are due by March 15, 2026.

Event Information

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  • Various times
  • Glendale Campus

Are you a college student or recent graduate interested in optometry?

Join us for an immersive three day training to begin laying your foundation of optometry knowledge. Your experiences will provide you with a glimpse into the life of an optometry student at ³ûÄñÊÓÆµ.

  • Dates: June 22-24, 2026
     
  • Time (subject to change):
    • Day 1: 8:15 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
    • Day 2: 9:45 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
    • Day 3: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
       
  • Location: ³ûÄñÊÓÆµ 19555 N 59th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85308

There is no fee to participate. Most meals are included, but attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodations. Must be 18 years old by June 22, 2026 to apply.

Highlights

  • Seminars on preparing for optometry school, optometry techniques, and the admissions process
     
  • Tours of the Glendale campus classrooms, laboratories, and the
     
  • Hands-on workshops using state-of-the-art technology, including virtual reality eye exam simulators
     
  • Panel discussions with students, , and alumni
     
  • Interactive experiences in optometric labs

Learn more about AZ-POP 2026

Contact Information

For questions regarding the AZCOPT Pre-Optometry Program, please contact the AZ-POP committee at azpop@midwestern.edu

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Find more details including application process and deadlines, eligibility, and registration details.

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