Pre-Optometry Program at the Arizona College of Optometry (AZ-POP)

Are you a college student or recent graduate interested in optometry?

Join us for an immersive three day training to begin laying your foundation of optometry knowledge. Your experiences will provide you with a glimpse into the life of an optometry student at Midwestern University.

Dates: June 21-23, 2027

Time (subject to change):

• Day 1: 8:00 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
• Day 2: 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Day 3: 9:15 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Location:
Midwestern University
19555 North 59th Avenue 
Glendale, AZ 85308

There is no fee to participate. Most meals are included, but attendees are responsible for their own travel and accommodations. Must be 18 years old by June 21, 2027 to apply.

Highlights

• Seminars on preparing for optometry school, optometry techniques, and the admissions process
• Tours of the Glendale campus classrooms, laboratories, and the MWU Clinics
• Hands-on workshops using state-of-the-art technology, including virtual reality eye exam simulators
• Panel discussions with students, faculty, and alumni
• Interactive experiences in optometric labs

Learn more about AZ-POP 2027

Contact Information

For questions regarding the AZCOPT Pre-Optometry Program, please contact the AZ-POP committee at azpop@midwestern.edu.