Overview

At MS and OD China from New England College of Optometry students who complete the program earn two degrees: the master of science and doctor of optometry degrees. The MS and OD China curriculum offered by New England College of Optometry combines the AODP curriculum and the Master of Science degree with joint clinical externships that include six months in Boston-based rotations and six months at Wenzhou Medical University.

In November, 2000, WMU and NECO initiated a unique joint-degree program to develop a cadre of knowledgeable and skilled optometrists in China who could assume the highest positions in China’s medical education and health care system. The program’s goal is to develop a core group of individuals trained in optometry and educated as scientists to advance the quality of eye care and the development of educational programs within the field of optometry in China.

Graduates of the MS/OD China Program have also received grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, The Natural Science Foundation of Zhejiang Province, and the Ministry of Health in Beijing. They have been elected to the People’s National Congress, lectured nationally, and have provided significant continuing education in the area of contact lenses for the ophthalmic industry.

Why Neco ?

At New England College of Optometry, we prepare future doctors for the complexities of practicing in the real world by providing students with great professional experiences. Whether it be through comprehensive patient care in team-based health delivery models, intense cultural immersion within our extensive clinical network, research focused on improving patients’ lives, or debating public policy for eye care, we are educating and preparing the future leaders of the profession. Throughout their education, our students make an immediate and lasting impact on the community while serving their patients.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Neuroanatomy

Ocular Biochemistry

Principles of Anterior Segment Diseases

Optic Nerve Diseases

Clinical Care

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-19 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

74 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

BA or BS degree.

Optometric Admissions Test (OAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE general) scores.

An admissions essay detailing the candidate’s interests in the MS program.

Tuition Fees

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49852 USD / year

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49852 USD / year

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49852 USD / year

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Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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Funding

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Programme Structure

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Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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