OAT Score Concerns
I am almost done with my application, and I plan on retaking my OAT. The first time around I got a 260, and I have been making 250s on my Kaplan tests. I feel like I am not going to score as high again...
View ArticleOrgo Section studying
Hi all, I've been studying for orgo using mostly the OAT Destroyer book as well as Chad's videos. The problems in the Destroyer are for some reason, extremely difficult to me, such as the reaction...
View ArticleOAT Organic Chemistry Study Guide/tips
Hey guys, Anybody have any tips on how to study all of the OChem reactions (reagents, products,etc)? As many times as I read through the reactions and try to memorize, I do practice questions and find...
View ArticleBest OAT Study Materials to use before the OAT?
I'm taking the OAT in a few weeks and have gone through most of the content now, including Feralis notes, OATDestroyer (starting my 2nd round now), Chad's videos and some of the OATBooster question...
View ArticleChances of getting in with a 270 OAT Score
I got a 270AA on my OAT, a retake too. My GPA is 3.59. I have good recs and about 50 hours of shadowing (the pandemic stopped me on getting more). I have lots of leadership and volunteering...
View ArticleHELP on organic chemistry for OAT
I started watching Chad's videos and doing problem sets. The material was easy enough to understand. I bought the OAT destroyer and the organic chemistry section is way more complicated. I am...
View ArticleHow to Grade OAT
Hi! How is the OAT graded? I want to take practice tests and see where I am. Do I literally take my score, for ex like 30/40, and convert it to ?/400 for each section? Thank you!
View ArticleOAT ADVICE
I am interested to know how my OAT score stacks up against others out there and if I have a chance at optometry schools even with a low overall GPA. QR: 380 RC: 270 BIO:350 GC: 340 OC: 360 PHYS: 400...
View ArticleOAT breakdown
I took my OAT exam this past Friday and wanted to post a breakdown of how I studied, since these forums were helpful to read when I was studying! Biology: For the bio section my main way to study was...
View ArticleOrgo Roadmaps
Hi, I was wondering if anyone would be able to share any helpful organic chemistry reaction roadmaps that they found helpful while prepping for the OAT.
View ArticleMy Oat experience
I started studying about 2.5 months before the testing date while balancing a full-time job. During this time, I used many different materials to help me prepare for the OATs. This was my score:...
View ArticleOptomcas questions
Should I include my old scores on my application or only the newest ones? Also, if I am planning to retake the exam, should I only email the admissions to tell them or also mention it in my...
View ArticleOAT Score and GPA Question
Hello I took my OAT today and received: AA: 350 TS:340 My GPA is a 3.8 overall and a 3.7 science. Do I have a chance to get into UH? SCO? ICO (Illinois)? NOVA? I feel like my OAT is low.
View ArticleChances of getting into optometry school
I'm currently applying to optometry school this cycle (21/22) and I'm feeling quite nervous about it all. While I don't doubt that I won't get into an optometry school, I'm feeling doubtful of getting...
View ArticleOAT Bootcamp
Hello, Is there anyone who wants to share with me to open the Bootcamp account?
View ArticleMy OAT Experience
I just finished writing the OAT and thought that I’d share my experience! I decided to write my OAT the summer after 2nd year rather than the usual student that does it after their 3rd year. There are...
View Article2021 OAT Breakdown (Score: 360 AA)
Hope everyone is doing well! I took the OAT about a week ago and I just wanted to share my experience on here to help anyone else out! I would just like to point out that I was working during the...
View ArticleLow GPA + Low OAT
what are my chances of getting accepted into ICO? My interview is next week!
View ArticleMy OAT Breakdown and Timeline (Score: 360 TS/350 AA)
I took the OAT la few weeks ago and I did good. I’m going to break down my experience and timeline the best that I can. For background, I did not work or take any summer classes so I could study every...
View ArticleWas Biochemistry or Microbiology most helpful for the OAT?
I am planning to take the OAT in May 2022 (between my Junior and Senior year). I am creating my schedule for next semester and I could either take Biochemistry or Microbiology. Which class would be...
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