How to Apply

The University of Houston College of Optometry will be utilizing OptomCAS, the optometry centralized application service for the academic year 2010-2011.

For more information on OptomCAS and to access the OptomCAS application visit the OptomCAS Website.

Please be aware that, in addition to the OptomCAS application, applicants will be required to fill out a UHCO Supplemental Application. Applicants will be provided with a link and password to UHCO’s supplemental application when their OptomCAS application is submitted.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT OptomCAS APPLICATION: FEBRUARY 15, 2010.

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT UHCO SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION: MARCH 15, 2010.


Also note that UHCO requires that two of the letters of recommendation that are sent to OptomCAS be academic letters of recommendation, i.e. the letters must be from faculty who has directly taught the applicant.

Additional information can be obtained by contacting Debbie Magee at dmagee@optometry.uh.edu or (713) 743-2044.

The Office of Student Affairs & Admissions
College of Optometry
University of Houston

505 JDA, Rm 2171
4901 Calhoun Rd
Houston, TX 77204-2020