OAT OverviewThe Optometry Admissions Test (OAT) is required by all optometry schools.
4
Max test attempts
60
Days between test attempts
4
Number of sections tested
$510+
Cost of test
*This information is provided to give you a general overview of how the OAT is administered and may change over time. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the officialOAT website
Preparation Resources
- What is on the OAT
The OAT consists of four sections:
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
- Reading Comprehension
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Review OAT Candidate Guide
- Where to Start? There are many types of test preparation resources that vary in cost and approach.
We do not endorse any particular provider, but recommend youreviewprimarysources first,as suggested by the association/official exam proctor.
We are happy to visit with you about how you might identify the style of preparation that best fit your needs. - Test Preparation Resources
Test Preparation Resources Cost Range ASCO Resources (Primary)
Free - $ Library Resources
Free
Optometry: OAT Blog - Southern California College of Optometry
Free
Free - $
Free - $$ Coursesaver $ $ Crack the OAT $ - $ Princeton Review $ - $$