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4+ years
Abrahim
Medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin means Abrahim didn't just study biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry — he mastered them under exam conditions designed to test exactly the kind of rapid content switching the OAT demands. His biology degree from UCLA (cum laude) anchors...
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Medical College of Wisconsin
Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
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Kevin
As a medical student at UCF with a human biology degree from UCSD, Kevin has spent years cycling between biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry at exactly the depth the OAT Survey of Natural Sciences demands. His teaching assistant experience in UCSD's biology department sharpened his abi...
University of California-San Diego
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology/Education Studies
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Roshni
Being in VCU's BS/MD Guaranteed Admissions program means Roshni is actively immersed in the biology and chemistry content the OAT Survey of Natural Sciences covers — cell biology, metabolic pathways, acid-base chemistry, and organic functional groups are part of her current coursework, not distant m...
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Carsen
I'm a 2016 graduate of Pepperdine University with my Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry. Currently I'm preparing to apply to optometry school; I hope to be accepted for the 2018-19 academic year. During my time in college, I was involved as a teaching assistant for General Chemistry I and II laboratory, ...
Pepperdine University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Sam
Covering biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry in a single section makes the OAT Survey of Natural Sciences uniquely demanding on breadth. Sam's molecular biology and biochemistry training means he can connect concepts across all three domains — showing, for example, how amino acid chemi...
Messiah College
Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Drexel University
Doctor of Philosophy, Biochemistry
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Malik
As a second-year medical student with a strong foundation in science and a passion for education, I specialize in making tough subjects easier to understand. I excel in math, biology, physics, and other challenging topics that often intimidate students and I genuinely enjoy helping others master th...
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bachelor's
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I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and com...
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Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions
The OAT Survey of Natural Sciences is a critical component of the Optometry Admission Test that assesses your understanding of biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics. This section tests both foundational knowledge and the ability to apply scientific concepts to real-world scenarios, making it essential for students pursuing optometry programs.
Many students struggle with integrating concepts across multiple sciences—especially connecting chemistry principles to biological systems. Time management is another major challenge, as the section requires quick recall and problem-solving under pressure. Additionally, students often find organic chemistry and physics calculations particularly demanding, especially when they haven't reinforced these topics since their prerequisite courses.
Personalized tutoring allows you to focus on your specific weak areas rather than spending time on concepts you've already mastered. A tutor can help you develop efficient problem-solving strategies, connect interdisciplinary concepts, and build the confidence needed for test day. This targeted approach is especially valuable for the OAT, where understanding how different sciences relate to optometry practice is crucial.
Your first session typically includes a diagnostic assessment to identify your strengths and knowledge gaps across biology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics. The tutor will discuss your timeline, target score, and learning preferences, then create a customized study plan that prioritizes the areas where you'll see the most improvement. This foundation ensures all subsequent sessions are focused and efficient.
Most students benefit from 8-12 weeks of consistent tutoring sessions combined with independent study, though this varies based on your baseline knowledge and target score. Students in Murrieta with strong science backgrounds may need less time, while those reviewing material from several years ago typically benefit from longer preparation. A tutor can give you a more specific timeline after assessing your current level.
Look for tutors with strong backgrounds in chemistry, biology, physics, and ideally optometry or healthcare experience. They should have proven success helping students improve their OAT scores and be familiar with the specific format and content of the Survey of Natural Sciences section. Experience teaching pre-health students and understanding the optometry school application process is also valuable.
Score improvements depend on your starting point and commitment level, but students working with tutors typically see gains of 3-6 points on the OAT Survey of Natural Sciences section when combining tutoring with consistent practice. The most significant improvements come from targeted work on specific topics combined with strategic test-taking approaches and timed practice exams.
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