Programs

Whether you’re earning your Doctor of Optometry (OD), advancing your expertise through residency and continuing education programs, or conducting groundbreaking research through graduate degrees including MS and PhD programs in Vision Science, you’ll learn in a collaborative, hands-on environment at the forefront of clinical care, innovation, and discovery.

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Earn your Doctor of Optometry degree through a comprehensive program that combines cutting-edge vision science, early patient care experiences, and extensive clinical training. With campuses in New York City and Syracuse, SUNY Optometry prepares graduates to become skilled, compassionate, and practice-ready eye care professionals.

PHD Vision Science

The PhD in Vision Science program is offered exclusively at SUNY Optometry in midtown Manhattan, where students have access to cutting-edge research facilities and the University Eye Center. Working alongside world-class faculty who are advancing the science of vision and eye health, students engage in a wide range of basic, translational, and clinical research that helps shape the future of eye care.

Residency

Build advanced clinical expertise through the nation’s first optometric residency program. Our accredited residency programs offer advanced clinical training across diverse specialties and healthcare settings, preparing you to excel in a rapidly evolving profession.

Preparation Programs

Discover whether a future in optometry is right for you while building experience that can prepare you for your next step.