LOCATION
Marshall B. Ketchum University
2575 Yorba Linda Boulevard
Fullerton, CA 92831
Presenters
CONTACT INFORMATION
MBKU Admissions
mbkuadmissions@ketchum.eduSCCO Optometry Admissions Workshop 2026
Description
Applying to optometry school in the next 1-2 years? What better way to learn more about SCCO's program and what we look for in competitive applicants than to live a "day in the life" with us? Join the Dean, faculty members, admissions officers, Student Ambassadors, and alumni in-person or virtually for this interactive workshop that includes:
- Walking through an OptomCAS application with Admissions Officers
- Taking notes while Admissions shares what SCCO looks for in competitive applicants
- Joining the Faculty and Student Ambassadors for labs
- Presentations about optometry legislation, interview day tips, and more!
Upcoming Dates And Times
Questions & Answers
- Should I submit my application before I attend the Workshop, or should I wait?
We recommend starting to work on your application so you’re familiar with the application, but don’t hit submit yet! During the workshop, we’ll walk through six key aspects we look for in competitive applicants and provide tips and recommendations on how to effectively highlight these aspects throughout your application. During the workshop, you can take notes on areas you want to improve, and then you’ll have about a few weeks to enhance your application before our first review cut-off date in mid-to-late August.
- Do I need to bring my application or transcripts with me?
No. The Workshop information is delivered in a presentation format. While there will be time for you to ask quick questions of admissions officers, we typically have over 100 in-person attendees, so there will not be time to review individual applications or coursework questions during the event. Feel free to email those to Odadmissions@ketchum.edu or request an advising session!
- Can I bring guests?
Yes! Always! At MBKU, your loved ones are our loved ones. While some aspects of the workshop may not apply to them, we believe it’s essential for your support team to understand the effort you’re putting into achieving your goal of becoming an Optometrist. There are also plenty of presentations that they will find engaging, and they’re welcome to join you in hands-on demos and lunch as well!
