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Summer Eye Experience at the Chicago College of Optometry

College students are invited to learn about the Doctor of Optometry degree. The program runs June 22-24, 2026, and includes participation in preclinical procedures, discussions of optometric specialties, and more.

Event Information

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  • 8:30am – 4:00pm CDT
  • Downers Grove Campus

Summer Eye Experience

The Summer Eye Experience at the Chicago College of Optometry (SEE at CCO) is a three-day program that will expose college students to the Doctor of Optometry degree. 

Date: June 22-24, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ, 555 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Note: Application deadline (March 15, 2026) has passed.

Highlights

  • Tour of the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Downers Grove Campus, including classrooms and research labs
  • Tour of the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ at our Multispecialty Clinic
  • Attend topic discussions led by of the Chicago College of Optometry
  • Participate in preclinical procedures
  • Attend application workshop on preparing an OptomCAS application, taking the OAT exam, and making a good impression during an interview

Learn more about SEE at CCO 2026

Learn more

Find more details including application process and deadlines, eligibility, and registration details.

Contact Information

For questions about the SEE at CCO program, please contact Dr. John Gialousakis.

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