Admissions - New England College of Optometry Skip to main site navigation Admissions Because we change the way people see the world, the NECO Admissions team is designed to support and guide you through the process of choosing the right optometry school and getting through the application process. Applying to NECO Becoming a skilled, compassionate doctor takes more than a solid GPA. That’s why we take a holistic approach to our admissions process and consider all aspects of your application. We look forward to learning more about you, your experiences, and your career goals. Start Your Application Application Information Learn more about the admissions process, including deadlines, prerequisites, and other application requirements. Get Application Details See Prerequisites Tuition & Financial Aid Our financial aid team has expertise in optometry school funding, including for Canadian and other international students. Tuition and Aid Visit & Connect With NECO Historic building. Cutting-edge technology. For 125+ years, our vibrant Boston campus has been the setting for innovation in eye care education. Visit Us Click to watch this video Your NECO Experience When you choose to attend NECO, you join a tight-knit, intellectually stimulating community that looks out for you and for each other.  Through study groups and the peer mentorship program, meaningful connections are formed that last long after graduation. Video: Your NECO Experience Why NECO? Founded in 1894, we’re the oldest, continuously operating optometry school in the United States. 29% International Students NECO students are from around the globe, including from Canada, China, Nepal, Colombia, Namibia, and the UK. 85% of students receive aid. You may be eligible for financial assistance including scholarships, loans, and more. 150 clinical affiliations NECO has a wide array of clinical affiliations to broaden your training experience. NECO Achievements Honoring NECO’s 2026 Scholarship Recipients Commencement 2026: Honorary Degree Recipients, Presidential Medal Award Winner, and Valedictorians Distinguished Alumni for 2025 Title IX Information New England College of Optometry (NECO) does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX, including in admission and employment. You can view the full policy on the following page: Get in Touch Our Admissions team is here to answer any questions you have about the application and financial aid process. Kristen Tobin Associate Dean of Student Affairs [email protected] 617-587-5580 Christina LaChance Senior Associate Director of Admissions [email protected] 617-587-5580 Deborah Picard Assistant Director of Admissions Operations [email protected] 617-587-5580 Amy Lietz Assistant Director of Admissions [email protected] 617-587-5580 Audrey Burgess Admissions Coordinator [email protected] 617-587-5580 Learn more about us. Request Information Apply Take a virtual tour of NECO