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Over the course of a three-day summer program, Eye-CARE camp aims to prepare prospective applicants for the rigors of the optometry school application process and health professions programs more broadly. Eye-CARE will simultaneously expose participants to the dynamic future of the profession.
We are proud to announce that eligible participants will be sponsored for a FREE OAT Resource Bundle. The bundle will include one “OATBooster” study preparation course AND one $250 reimbursement waiver to cover half of the OAT examination fee cost! Eligibility may be viewed at the bottom of the page. We appreciate support from VSP and Booster Prep, Inc.
The Three-Day summer camp activities include:
The OAT Resource Bundle includes:
All are welcome. If you are seeking general camp participation only (without the OAT Resource Bundle consideration), then you may sign up for the program now through the registration form below. Further details will be sent to registrants closer to the date.
We understand that the Hybrid Eye-CARE Summer Camp 2025 may pose barriers for attendees who wish to join the event in person at the College. Participants who have demonstrated academic promise and who will benefit from a travel stipend may express interest toward a $400 travel stipend for summer camp travel to the state of New York in late mid-June 2025. Interest may be expressed through the registration form below by completing a short statement and submitting a primary college undergraduate transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable). Although travel stipends are limited and highly competitive, we encourage all eligible individuals to express consideration. If you are not awarded a travel stipend, then you are still eligible to attend the summer camp either in person or virtually.
If you are seeking an OAT resource bundle, then you must submit an application, identify as an underrepresented in optometry (URiO) individual (including students from low-income backgrounds (based on federal guidelines) and first-generation college students), and be actively pursuing an optometric degree.
Open to nationwide candidates. Although not required, consideration will be given to those who have an interest in serving the New York region and state. The package is only available to prospective optometry applicants who plan to take the OAT toward the upcoming application cycle occurring between July 1, 2025 – March 1, 2026.
Although the OAT Resource Bundle is limited and competitive, we encourage all eligible individuals to apply. If you are not awarded a sponsorship package, then you are still eligible to attend the summer camp and we look forward to hybrid engagement with you.
Important Note: Before you submit your application, please be sure to confirm you will be taking the OAT toward the upcoming application cycle between July 1, 2025 – March 1, 2026 and review the “program information” below.
Summer Camp Dates and Times: Monday, June 16 – , June 18, 2025
Camp Format: The format for the 3-day camp will be hybrid, either in person or virtual (although participants are strongly encouraged to pick one format for the entirety of the camp). Think Tank presentations will occur in a virtual format.
OATBooster Course Dates/Times: 90-day access is expected to launch July 1, 2025 for enrolled students. Students will have access to resources to fit any schedule and will be able to pause/resume their access as needed.
OATBooster Course Format: The format will be entirely virtual. More info can be viewed here.
Costs: There is no cost/fee to participate in our Eye-Care Summer Camp or to recieve an OAT Resource Bundle (if accepted). We appreciate support from VSP Global and Booster Prep Inc..
