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Tuition and Fees Doctor of Optometry (OD) Degree Program Tuition and Fees For the 2026-2027 academic year, tuition and fees (in U.S. dollars) for the OD Degree Program are as follows: Full-Time Annual Tuition (in-state) $32,200 Annual Tuition (out-of-state, Canadian and foreign) $53,230 Fees College Fee $50.00 Student activity Fee $210.00 Technology Fee $343.00 Foreign Student Health Insurance $2,403.01 Orientation Fee (First Years Only) $85.00 Clinical Liability $50.00 **OD Program tuition and fees are subject to change. First-year students in the professional program purchase 2 sets of instruments. The first set is approximately $2,100 (due in July) The second set is purchased at the start of the Fall semester and is approximately $900-$1600 (based on student choice) and is due in September. Second year students in the professional program purchase one set of instruments. Cost is approximately $3300-$3900 (based on student choice) and is due in September. Students in the 3 rd and 4 th year do not usually need to purchase any additional instruments. Books First year approximately $1,100 (usually after classes start). 2026-2027 Academic Year Financial Aid Allotments for Living Expenses A maximum Financial Aid allotment of $20,200is allowed for rent. The average rent for a student living in walking distance to the college is $1,600 per month. The average rent for a student commuting by subway is $1200 per month. For food and household supplies (including utilities and phone), a maximum Financial Aid allotment of $9,480 is allowed. Additional Costs and Information Instruments

For all other living expenses, a maximum Financial Aid allotment of $7,890is allowed. Actual amounts spent will vary depending on a student’s personal preferences. It is recommended that a student make arrangements to have two months living expenses available for start-up costs.

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