NMC transfer guide - MTA

To: Ferris State University - Main Campus

Program: Optometry

Ferris State University Michigan College of Optometry is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education to offer the Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) program. Optometrists (O. D.) are regulated by state law and specialize in the examination, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and disorders of the visual system. Admission into the Michigan College of Optometry is competitive. The Michigan College of Optometry will prefer the applicant who has achieved a bachelor of science degree. Students may apply after three years of college when they have achieved a minimum of 90 credits as indicated below. The information outlined below is admission requirements for the Pre-Optometry, Bachelor of Science in Applied Biology. Students looking to apply directly to the Michigan College of Optometry should review the Admission Requirements here.

Admission Criteria For The Pre-Optometry, Bachelor Of Science In Applied Biology

  • Cumulative GPA of 2.0 (although recommend higher due to the competitive admission of the Optometry program)
  • Completed 12 or more transferable credits at the time of graduation, including ENG 111 and MTH 111. Transfer students with less than 12 transferable credits must meet the current freshman admission criteria.
  • It is essential to make contact with the Optometry program as early as possible for changes in dates of admission and additional requirements: (231) 591-3703.

view the 2021 ferris transfer guide here

 

Basic Requirements

Ferris State University requires additional course work in specific areas of General Education which will be completed at FSU if you plan on achieving a bachelors degree at Ferris. Completing the following courses will complete NMC's Associate of Science and Arts degree. Upon request at the NMC Records and Registration Office, a statement will be placed on your transcript, "MICHIGAN TRANSFER AGREEMENT (MTA) SATISFIED".

Required Classes

Academic Area

Credits

Communications

 

ENG 111 English Composition

4

ENG 112 English Composition

4

Humanities

 

Select 2 courses representing 2 departments from the Group 1 Humanities list

6

Select 1 Cultural Enrichment or Cultural Enrichment Activity course from this list that transfers to FSU at 200-300 level (blue or green highlight)

3

Natural Science

 

BIO 115 Cell, Plant & Ecosystem Biology (only offered in Fall)

4

BIO 116 Genetic, Evolution, Animal Biology (only offered in Spring)

4

BIO 208 Microbiology

4

BIO 227 Human Anatomy & Physiology I (not required but may enhance application)

4

BIO 228 Human Anatomy & Physiology II (not required but may enhance application)

4

CHM 150 General Chemistry I

5

CHM 151 General Chemistry II

5

CHM 250 Organic Chemistry I (only offered every-other academic year)

5

CHM 251 Organic Chemistry II (only offered every-other academic year)

5

PHY 121 General Physics I (only offered in Fall)

4

PHY 122 General Physics II (only offered in Spring)

4

Social Science

 

PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology

3

Select one course from a department other than PSY from the Group 1 Social Science list

3

Select 1 Social Awareness course from this list that transfers to FSU at 200-300 level (blue, green or orange highlight)

3

Mathematics

 

MTH 131 Introduction to Probability and Statistics

3

MTH 141 Calculus I

5

Additional Requirements

Required Classes

Class

Credits

COM 111 Public Speaking

4

Northwestern Michigan College does not assume final responsibility for the accuracy of information on this guide. The final responsibility for the successful transfer of classes suggested on this guide rests with you and the institution you plan to transfer to. It is strongly recommended that you visit the institution as early in your academic career (prior to transfer) as possible.

Updated: Summer 2023