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NECO - New England College of OptometryNew England College of Optometry is an independent, nonprofit optometry school located in Boston. Graduates go on to practice throughout the world.NECO - New England College of Optometry Skip to main site navigation Skip to main content visit the homepage Eye Clinic Alumni News Faculty Continuing Ed Careers Video Giving Donate Now visit the homepage Admissions Prerequisites & Requirements Apply to Programs Class Profile & Statistics Why Optometry? Tuition and Aid Frequently Asked Questions: Financial Aid Visit & Connect Request Information For Accepted Students Academics Doctor of Optometry Four-Year Program Accelerated OD Program Advanced Standing International Program MS/OD China Program MS in Vision Science OD/MS Dual Degree Residency Programs Clinical Training Clinical Program Where You’ll Train Clinical Training Center Research & Innovation Our Research Research Faculty Research Participation Opportunities Summer Research Program Innovation Center Student Experience Student Support Career Services Student Organizations Our Campus Living in Boston Student Blogs Shop NECO Store About Mission & Vision Diversity & Inclusion Impact & Service Leadership Our History Search Search Site We Change the Way People See the World Welcome to NECO, where education meets innovation. We advance eye health through compassionate patient care, groundbreaking research, and exceptional clinical education. Why NECO? Go to the previous slide Go to the next slide Why NECO: Connected to Industry As a NECO student I have had the opportunity to connect and network within the optometric industry and even represent the school at a number of high-profile events and conferences. Faculty have extended their professional network to students and have really inspired me to keep going and reminded me why I wanted to be an optometrist. Carissa, Class of 2025 Why NECO: Clinical Skills NECO has shown me that each patient is unique and requires the use of not only clinical skills, but also interpersonal skills as well. I have had the opportunity to meet many individuals from different circumstances, and can recognize the importance of this exposure early on in my education will have a tremendous impact on my career and the way I practice. Noah, Class of 2025 Why NECO: Discovering Yourself NECO’s accelerated program offered me the chance to treat patients much sooner compared to other programs. During my first semester, I was exposed to pediatric care and learned I had an interest in treating children and pediatric eye diseases. I wouldn’t have figured this out as quickly if I was at another school. Lingjun, Tianjin, China, ASIP Class of 2025 Announcing this year's Distinguished Alumni It is with pride we recognize and pay tribute to these talented professionals and recognize them as truly outstanding individuals. Congratulations to this year’s Distinguished Alumni: Dr. Karen G. Carrasquillo ’05, Dr. Charles F. Mullen ’69, and Dr. Eli Peli ’83. Read about their contributions to the field. Our Doctor of Optometry Program Become a competent, compassionate optometry professional. Our four-year OD is our most popular academic program, where you can tailor your experience to your career goals, including a dual degree and concentration options. OD Program Details Apply to NECO Funding Your Degree 524 students NECO has 524 students across its multiple degree programs. 3 concentrations to consider Pediatric Optometry, Low Vision Rehabilitation, Cornea & Contact Lens. 4 years of clinical experience Hands-on experience starting within the first few weeks in your first year. Additional Degree Programs NECO also offers accelerated, international, and dual-degree programs, as well as a Master of Science in Vision Science. Accelerated OD Program International Program MS in Vision Science Highlights & Happenings at NECO How to See Clearly in Cold Weather Introducing NECO’s Distinguished Alumni Honoring Dr. Lea Hyvärinen Go to the previous slide Go to the next slide / A rich history of advancing the future of eye care. New England College of Optometry has been an innovator in eye care education since 1894. Learn about us and our history. About NECO Our Clinical Training Center uses the latest in equipment, including ION cameras. Innovative Clinical Training & Technology Learn from forward-thinking faculty members and gain experience with the latest technological advances in optometry. Clinical Training Our Research & Innovation Strong Network of Student Support A close-knit community like NECO means personalized attention and access to plenty of resources and services that will help you succeed. Student Support Diversity & Inclusion Living & Learning in Boston From the small, family feel of our intimate, historic campus to all that the thriving Boston region has to offer, you’ll find plenty of ways to get involved and grow professionally at NECO. Living in Boston The NECO Network Community-based. Expansive. Cross-cultural. Diverse partnerships mean diverse experiences. NECO’s collaboration with community health centers, industry innovators, and more than 50 clinical training sites give our students rich, real-world learning experiences. Clinical Training NECO Center for Eye Care Community Partners and Outreach Clinical Affiliations & Externship Sites Innovation Center NECO Center for Eye Care NECO Center for Eye Care Comprehensive and compassionate patient care is at the heart of the NECO optometry school experience. Working alongside licensed optometrists, our highly skilled students provide primary eye care and specialty services to people of all ages. Two locations The NECO Center for Eye Care encompasses two teaching facilities: Commonwealth Avenue and Roslindale. It is one aspect of our larger network of training opportunities throughout the region. Comprehensive Services NECO Center for Eye Care is one of the most comprehensive eye centers in New England, offering standard and specialty services. These include low vision rehabilitation, myopia control, contact lens services, and vision therapy. As a student, you have the opportunity to learn alongside experts in these areas. Community Partners and Outreach Community Partners and Outreach When Massachusetts opened its first community health clinic, NECO was there. In the decades since, we’ve provided much-needed access to eye care for residents of Boston and beyond — while providing valuable learning experiences to the next generation of optometrists. Increasing Eye Care Access In addition to community health clinics, we serve a range of organizations. These include public schools, VA hospitals, homeless shelters, and low vision centers. 67,500 patients treated across nine area clinics in one year. Our clinical model enhances access to eye care across the region.  First-year students provide vision screenings to area elementary school students. Clinical Affiliations & Externship Sites Clinical Affiliations & Externship Sites In your final year, you’ll provide full-time patient care through four faculty-supervised externships: community health, ocular disease, specialty care, and an elective of your choice. Train in Boston and Beyond Complete your rotations within our regional clinical network; nationally across 30 states; or at partner sites in China, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Find Your Focus You can complete rotations in pediatrics, vision therapy, and specialty contact lenses. Electives could take you to Indigenous health centers in Alaska and New Mexico, military clinics in Virginia and Rhode Island, or academic medical centers in the U.S. and abroad. A fourth-year student takes in the K300 dog sled race during her rotation with Indian Health Services Bethel in Alaska. Innovation Center Innovation Center From beta testing emerging equipment to taking part in research, students benefit from the Innovation Center’s collaboration with industry partners to advance the field.  Voices of NECO Endless Opportunities Purva “Every doctor I have learned from at NECO health centers is so passionate about community health care and addressing the needs of every patient, I get to witness first-hand how these doctors, and even myself as a student, make an impact in the large disparity within eye care.” Class Year 2025 Students Experience Community Why Optometry? As a doctor of optometry, you see the difference you make in people’s lives every day. One of the most flexible and fulfilling areas of healthcare, optometry is an in-demand, well-paying field. $144,015 Average annual wage. (BLS.gov, 2020) Optometry offers a good living—and increased earning potential for practice owners and specialists. #20 Best Healthcare Job U.S. News & World Report ranks optometrist among the top 20 healthcare jobs in America for quality of life, pay, and future growth. Flexible and Versatile As an OD, you can work in a range of settings: hospital or private practice; education or industry. Why Optometry? Explore NECO We offer many ways to explore NECO. Start with a virtual tour or consultation with our Admissions staff. You can also schedule a Q&A with a current student to learn more about the community of support, clinical training, and academic rigor at NECO. Visit & Connect Virtual Campus Tour Learn more about us. 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