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Fulfill your vision by helping patients with theirs.

By practicing high-quality vision care, we have the power to impact how people see their world. As a student, you have the opportunity to earn sought-after bachelor and doctorate degrees in optometry. You’ll learn on the most advanced technology available. And in the school's on-campus eye clinic as well as other selected clinical facilities, you’ll gain hands-on experience with real patients, so you can begin your career with confidence.

  • Immersive Clinical Experience

    Featuring advanced equipment and a variety of clinical technologies, our on-campus clinic allows students to provide comprehensive eye and vision care to patients.

  • Multiple Degree Opportunities

    Students have the option to complete both a bachelor’s and doctorate degree in Optometry, or earn a dual advanced degree in optometry and public health.

  • Service-Based Training

    Free clinics and other volunteer service opportunities locally, regionally or internationally allow students to serve others while receiving course credit.

Learn more about the field of Optometry at MCPHS.

Explore what makes this field unique at MCPHS.

Doctor of Optometry student and faculty.

The Eye & Vision Center and 10 Optical

An important part of the MCPHS experience is learning in a similar environment and on the same equipment that you’ll encounter in your professional career. As students prepare to become leaders in optometry, we provide members of the local Worcester community with comprehensive, high-quality eye care. Explore the fully functioning vision center and retail store where you’ll receive this uniquely immersive learning experience treating real patients.

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Cassandra Breach OD ’19

"The Optometry program has some of the newest technology, small class sizes, and faculty who teach us both inside and outside the classroom.”

— Cassandra Breach, Optometry

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Interprofessional

“Interprofessional education is great because, outside of teaching others your area of expertise, it is nice to hear one student tell another, 'Here, try it like this'."

— Professor Greg Waldorf, School of Optometry

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Meet the Faculty

At MCPHS you'll find passionate and engaged educators who are leaders in the field of Optometry.
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    MCPHS Alumna Named Oregon's Young Optometrist of the Year

    MCPHS alumna Emilee Nehring, OD, was named Young Optometrist of the Year for 2019 by the Oregon Optometric Association (OOPA) at their annual meeting in July in Eugene.
  • Students sitting at tables and collaborating during IPE Day.

    Worcester and Manchester Campuses Host Annual IPE Day

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    Finding Your Path

    When it comes to determining the right path for your future, there are countless options to choose from. If you already know graduate or medical school is on the horizon, enrolling in a professional pathway program is a seamless and efficient way to earn your degrees and pave the way to a rewarding career.