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Bachelor of Science in Vision Science

The University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry (UIWRSO) is one of only 23 Optometry Schools in the US and the only School associated with a Faith-Based Institution in the nation. UIWRSO offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Vision Science which is a pre-optometry pathway. This is the only program in the country where undergraduate students spend a substantial amount of time learning under the guidance and supervision of clinical academic faculty and professional staff in both the classroom and out-patient clinical settings.

Students are challenged and enlightened by unique insight and experiences, motivating each student to pursue rewarding careers. The Vision Science courses are conducted by Doctors of Optometry, many with Doctors of Philosophy in vision science and related fields as well as substantive research training. Students receive challenging, contemporary didactic courses in applied vision science, neuroscience of the visual system, physiology and anatomy of the eye, pharmacology, as well as optics. This is also the only national preparatory vision science undergraduate degree program where students spend 3 rotations working with professional school interns in our outpatient facility. This three-semester Clinical Internship combines basic training in optometric techniques with clinical observation and participation at the UIWRSO Eye Institute. Brief, informative seminar-lectures are followed by optometric skills training in the basic optometry lab, alternated with in-clinic observation and participation. Hence the student trains and then applies their skills and new-found knowledge in a clinical setting. The combination of professionally administered didactics, clinical training, and real-patient encounters is unique in the undergraduate setting making the UIWRSO Program ideal for matriculation of motivated students to make substantive contributions to health care and research.

Students are actively engaged in the culture of the Professional School, having the opportunity to participate in outreach programs with the Professional School Interns. Additionally, Vision Science students are in a unique position to have direct access to a Professional Optometry School, including resources from the UIWRSO Office of Student Affairs. UIWRSO also provides opportunities to assist in preparing for the Optometry Admissions Test.

The University of the Incarnate Word is grounded in the strengths of its heritage in health services and education and has been built on the tradition of serving the sick and the poor. The design, focus, and spirit of the Vision Science Degree Program will produce graduates that are well-trained and prepared to pursue professional healthcare education/degrees, medical/vision research, and many other work opportunities in the healthcare and industrial areas.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 28

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

The University of the Incarnate Word is a private Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self realization, and the common good.

The University of the Incarnate Word offers a variety of employment opportunities in the areas of professional, service maintenance/skilled craft, clerical/administrative support, information technology, technical/paraprofessional, and administration

The University of the Incarnate Word is an equal opportunity employer and as such provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement of all employees without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or veteran status.

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Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Conditional Admission
The University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) works with UNAM - San Antonio as an Intensive English Program provider. Students may apply for conditional admission without English proficiency scores. Here is the process:

Submit completed international application packet to UIW International Admissions Office.
Upon conditional admission, UIW International Admissions will contact student to complete the UNAM - San Antonio application.
UNAM - San Antonio will issue the Form I-20 for intensive English courses only to conditionally admitted students.
Conditionally admitted student will receive an acceptance packet from UIW with conditional admission offer, UNAM - San Antonio acceptance letter and the Form I-20.

Students applying for conditional admission are eligible for the August, January and July semesters. Any student that is interested in starting ESL courses in between these start dates must apply directly to UNAM - San Antonio

Benefits of Applying to UIW for Conditional Admission
Students that need conditional admission are encouraged to apply directly to UIW to complete the application process and get the Form I-20. With conditional admission to UIW, students are required to participate in UIW's International Orientation at the beginning of each semester, have access to UIW dormitories, events, and the support of the International Student & Scholar Services Office. Access to this provides conditionally admitted students with opportunities to meet university students, experience campus life, participate in international events and practice their English skills.

English Proficiency

TOEFL iBT – 79 undergraduate; 83 graduate
IELTS – 6.5 overall band score (undergraduate and graduate)
TOEIC – 650 undergraduate; 700 graduate
CAE (Cambridge Advanced) – C1
PTE Academic (Pearson’s) – 53 undergraduate; 56 graduate
SAT Evidence-Based Reading/Writing Score of 560 or higher – undergraduate only
Completion of UNAM – San Antonio’s Academic Preparation Course with TOEFL equivalencies on exit exam
Duolingo English Test - 105 undergraduate; 110 graduate

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University of the Incarnate Word

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