Vision science draws on disciplines including neuroscience, molecular biology, engineering, physics, mathematics, and clinical research to better understand how we see and interact with the world. As a PhD student at SUNY College of Optometry, you’ll join a research community focused on advancing knowledge across basic, translational, and clinical vision science. Through laboratory rotations, original dissertation research, and close collaboration with faculty investigators, you’ll develop the technical expertise and independent research skills required for careers in academia and industry.
With approximately 25 faculty mentors spanning disciplines from neuroscience, engineering, and data science, you’ll have the flexibility to pursue research aligned with your interests while benefiting from a highly collaborative environment. Beyond the laboratory, you’ll engage with researchers from across the New York metropolitan area through weekly colloquia, journal clubs, and the VisioNYC seminar series, expanding your professional network and exposure to emerging research in the field.
Full-time PhD students receive tuition waivers and stipends. The stipends are usually in the form of graduate assistantships.
