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Summer Eye Experience at the Chicago College of Optometry

College students are invited to learn about the Doctor of Optometry degree. The program runs June 22-24, 2026, and includes participation in preclinical procedures, discussions of optometric specialties, and more. Applications are due by March 15, 2026.

Event Information

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  • 8:30am – 4:00pm CDT
  • Downers Grove Campus

Program Info

The Summer Eye Experience at the Chicago College of Optometry (SEE at CCO) is a three-day program that will expose college students to the Doctor of Optometry degree. 

Date: June 22-24, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: ³ûÄñÊÓÆµ 555 31st Street Downers Grove, IL 60515

Highlights

  • Tour of the ³ûÄñÊÓÆµ Downers Grove Campus, including classrooms and research labs
     
  • Tour of the ³ûÄñÊÓÆµ at our Multispecialty Clinic
     
  • Attend topic discussions led by of the Chicago College of Optometry
     
  • Participate in preclinical procedures
     
  • Attend application workshop on preparing an OptomCAS application, taking the OAT exam, and making a good impression during an interview

Learn more about SEE at CCO 2026

 

Contact Information

For questions about the SEE at CCO program, please contact Dr. John Gialousakis at 630-960-3185 or SEEatCCO@midwestern.edu

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