SUNY College of Optometry
Founded 1971
President David Heath (President)
Fees USD 10,540
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Urban
The State University of New York College of Optometry (SUNY Optometry) is the only public college of optometry in New York State, founded in 1971 and located in Midtown Manhattan across from Bryant Park. SUNY Optometry offers the Doctor of Optometry (OD), MS, and PhD degrees and operates the University Eye Center — one of the busiest optometric clinics in the United States, providing eye care to over 80,000 patients annually. The college enrolls approximately 300 students.
Programs
- Doctor of Optometry (OD) — 4-year professional optometry program
- Master of Science in Vision Science — Research graduate program
- PhD in Vision Science — Doctoral research program
- Post-Graduate Residencies — Clinical specialty training
How to Apply
- Application: OptomCAS (centralized optometry application)
- GRE or OAT: Required
- Acceptance Rate: ~20%
- In-State Tuition: ~$10,540 per year
Key Deadlines
- Application Deadline: March 1