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School of Optometry

Education that changes lives

Education

Education that changes lives

At the Indiana University School of Optometry, we don't just teach the science of vision; we cultivate the leaders of tomorrow's healthcare landscape. Our rigorous curriculum pairs traditional academic excellence with immediate clinical immersion.

Earn a Doctor of Optometry degree

Eyecare that changes how you see the world

Eyecare

Eyecare that changes how you see the world

From local clinics in Bloomington to international outreach programs, our reach is global. We believe that vision is a fundamental human right, and our clinics serve as the front line in the fight against preventable blindness.

Become a patient

Research that changes the future

The future of eye health and eye care is being charted in our research labs. Be part of this exciting opportunity by earning a M.S. or Ph.D. degree in vision science.

An optometry student uses a slit lamp to examine an elderly man's eyes
Event Details

IUSO Events and Seminars

  • American Academy of Optometry Annual Meeting

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    •   Anaheim, CA
  • American Academy of Optometry Annual Meeting

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    •   Anaheim, CA
  • American Academy of Optometry Annual Meeting

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    •   Anaheim, CA
  • Blogs

    IUSO Blog

    • 75th Anniversary Historic Highlight: 1980s
      May 29, 2026

      75th Anniversary Historic Highlight: 1980s

      The 1980s were a decade of momentum at Indiana University and at the IU School of Optometry (IUSO).

    • Dr. Nikole Himebaugh presents Dr. Joshua Pepneck with his awards.
      May 28, 2026

      2025-2026 Student Awards

      Thanks to the generous contributions from many supporters, IUSO is proud to present a number of awards and honors to students each year.

    • Larry Davis, IUSO Class of 1987
      April 30, 2026

      Meet Larry Davis, IUSO Class of 1987

      Growing up in a small community in Illinois, Larry Davis, OD never dreamed he would ultimately become the longest tenured dean.

    Newsroom

    IU Newsroom

  • Science and Technology

    IU-led project to study effect of immune cell aging on Parkinson’s risk

    Wednesday, June 17, 2026
  • Health and Wellness|Science and Technology

    School of Medicine graduate program marks 10 years advancing cancer research in Bloomington

    Thursday, June 11, 2026
  • Administration|Business and Innovation

    IU LAB Bio Start-up Center to advance AI-enabled innovation in collaboration with NVIDIA Inception

    Wednesday, June 10, 2026