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Southern College of Optometry

country rank  1446
world rank  5100

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Overview

Founded in 1932, the Southern College of Optometry is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Memphis (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Tennessee. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Southern College of Optometry (SCO) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Southern College of Optometry (SCO) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SCO also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Southern College of Optometry's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Southern College of Optometry's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Southern College of Optometry' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Southern College of Optometry's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SCO
Founded 1932
Motto Lux et Veritas
Light and Truth
Colours
Mascot
Video Presentation

University Location

Address 1245 Madison Avenue
Memphis
38104-2211 Tennessee
United States
Southern College of Optometry's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Southern College of Optometry Phone Number (901) 722 3200
Southern College of Optometry Fax Number (901) 722 3279
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Southern College of Optometry is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Southern College of Optometry's academic range and degree level offering.



Southern College of Optometry: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Southern College of Optometry categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Southern College of Optometry.



Southern College of Optometry: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Southern College of Optometry's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Southern College of Optometry's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Southern College of Optometry's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 10-19% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Southern College of Optometry's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Southern College of Optometry's Admission Office Admission Office



(901) 722 3225


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Southern College of Optometry's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Southern College of Optometry's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Southern College of Optometry's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Southern College of Optometry's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Southern College of Optometry's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Southern College of Optometry's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Southern College of Optometry's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Southern College of Optometry's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Southern College of Optometry is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Southern College of Optometry's Library University Library

Yes Visit Southern College of Optometry's Library
Southern College of Optometry's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 7,448 physical volumes, 627 physical media and 23 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 2 librarians. Southern College of Optometry's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Southern College of Optometry's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Southern College of Optometry's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Southern College of Optometry's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Southern College of Optometry's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Southern College of Optometry's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Southern College of Optometry's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Southern College of Optometry's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Southern College of Optometry's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Southern College of Optometry's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Southern College of Optometry's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Southern College of Optometry is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1967


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Southern College of Optometry's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council on Optometric Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Southern College of Optometry as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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