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Some identical twins I know can’t fathom being apart, but not me. Many people would find it exciting to have a twin, but it becomes a struggle when finding your own identity.
While at the time I felt I was “even more behind” in my journey to becoming an Optometrist, I soon realized as long as I continued working on my application (in all aspects, not purely optometry-related), then I wasn’t behind, and I wasn’t wasting time.
I fully understand why optometry is for me, and it gives me the strength to face the rigors of school. I wouldn’t be here without my experiences – they helped slowly forge an unwavering work ethic.
Fortunately, most people’s first memories don’t include wearing glasses. Unfortunately, mine do – I don’t know a life without glasses.
When I began my journey to optometry school, I never anticipated that hesitation would strike the moment it came to submitting my application.
…many schools may share similar statistics, making it hard to differentiate between the schools and find things that really stand out and resonate with you. While there were several unique factors that led me to choose SCCO, one of my absolute favorites was the emphasis on interprofessional education (IPE).
It’s hard not to lose yourself in a new environment. You may feel pressured to be the best academically or socially, or it’s just that feeling of wanting to make the most out of your experience. This can leave you overwhelmed and make the journey stressful instead of memorable!
When I first started thinking about where to begin my optometry school application, I was stuck. I wondered, “What makes me a competitive applicant? What makes me someone who is not only well-rounded but also well-prepared to handle the rigors of optometry school?”
The application process for optometry school can be a very scary and stressful time in a student’s life. You take time to look back at everything you’ve done this far, and the age-old question arises: am I good enough for optometry school?
…a failing grade is not the end of the world. Despite being told this over and over, it’s easy to spiral into a feeling of dread or feel not good enough, and I’m here to reassure you that it will be alright.
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