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MS in Vision Science Master of Science students receive a broad education in a variety of areas of vision science as well as training in the concepts and methods used in both basic and clinical research. A total of 40 semester credit hours in courses and research is required. In addition, students must complete a written thesis and an oral presentation. The MS degree in Vision Science is only available to students enrolled in the Doctor of Optometry program OR the Residency program at SUNY College of Optometry. Program Website: https://sunyopt.edu/academics/programs/ms-in-vision-science/ Dual Degree OD/MS in Vision Science The dual OD/MS degree program is designed for students interested in conducting independent, original research in addition to their optometric education, including those aspiring to a career in academia or industry. Qualified SUNY College of Optometry OD students may apply for admission into the MS program after the Fall semester of their first year. Accepted students enter the MS program in the Spring Semester of their first year. Students take the MS courses and carry out research during the regular academic year and summers. This enables students to fulfill both OD and MS degree requirements within four years. Students who are accepted into the OD/MS program do not pay any additional tuition for the MS degree portion during the four years they are enrolled in the OD program. Furthermore, students who successfully complete the MS Program have the option of pursuing their PhD in Vision Sciences.

Joint Residency/MS in Vision Science Program The two-year joint Residency/MS program is designed for optometrists interested in conducting independent, original research, including those aspiring to a career in academia or industry. Acceptance into the MS program is contingent on acceptance to the Residency Program at SUNY College of Optometry.

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