Application Period Open
We are currently accepting OD program applications for Fall 2027! We welcome your application! Click to learn how to apply.
Welcome to Berkeley
Berkeley is a place where the brightest minds from across the globe come together to explore, ask questions, and improve the world. It is a place where distinguished faculty gather to educate, challenge, mentor and inspire tomorrow’s leaders.
Why Berkeley?
Berkeley is the no. 1 public university in the world. Our students and faculty come from many places and backgrounds; together we create a vibrant and dynamic community that seeks to create a better world. Join us!
Get Clinical Experience
Our students examine 1,800 patients by the time they graduate, among the highest in optometry. To get you ready for your first patient, we provide over 400 hours of preclinical training during your first two years.
Student Testimonials
Facts and figures only tell part of the story. Hear what our students have to say about their experience at the Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science. We asked them about their classes, seeing patients, and life in Berkeley.
Vision Science
Vision is one of our most valuable senses. At the Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science, world-renowned Vision Science faculty are exploring a rich array of research questions relating to how we see and why vision fails. The answers have the potential to change lives.
Introducing “See” Magazine
Our annual school magazine has been printed and is available to view online. For this year’s issue we have a fresh new design, and a new name! See. Click here to read more.
Our Vision, Our Future
Introducing the final $25 million component of the $100 million campaign initiated by the transformational $50 million gift from the Wertheim Family Foundation. The campaign is focused on the future of eye health, vision care, and research.
2026 Alumni Reunion Celebration
We are excited to welcome back our alumni community for the 2026 Alumni Reunion! Join us on Saturday, September 19th from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
New Emeryville Clinic Opens!
The new space doubles our clinical capacity and expands opportunities for world-class education and research.
Our Newest Graduates!
We are proud to celebrate the Class of 2026 and all they have accomplished throughout their time at Berkeley.
The Crisis Behind the Headlines
Student Op-Ed: The impact of funding cuts on scientific research, and on students.
Residency Match Success!
Celebrating a 100% match rate for our fourth-year optometry students. Congratulations to our students on this outstanding achievement!
Brighter Prospects
Breakthroughs in Optogenetic Vision Therapy from the Flannery Lab.
