James Madison University James Madison University 35 courses
Current students can declare the pre-optometry minor through MyMadison without needing further approval. Additional Information Pre-professional health programs do not ensure that all prerequisites for admission to health professions schools are met. Students should inquire with optometry schools of interest to confirm details of admission requirements.
Courses: 50 Credit Hours
Intermediate or advanced BIO coursework: 4 Credit Hours
Choose from subjects recommended by optometry schools:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 240 | Genetics | 3 |
| BIO 240L | Genetics Laboratory | 1 |
| BIO 304 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 3 |
| BIO 343 | Immunology | 3 |
| BIO 482 | Human Histology | 4 |
Calculus: 3-4 Credit Hours
Choose from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 205 | Applied Calculus | 3 |
| MATH 231 | Calculus with Functions I | 3 |
| MATH 233 | Calculus with Modeling I | 3 |
| MATH 235 | Calculus I | 4 |
Statistics: 3 Credit Hours
Choose from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 220 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| MATH 229 | Introduction to Applied Statistics Using R | 3 |
Writing and Literature: 6 Credit Hours
Also required: One literature course from [C2L] ENG or HUM (3.00 credits).
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| WRTC 103 | Rhetorical Reading and Writing | 3 |
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