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Latest recommended exam dates for 2023 applicants.  \nInvitation to register for the interview workshop series.  \nInterview workshop series available for eligible applicants.  \nOptomCAS application will become available ([https://optomcas.liaisoncas.com](https://optomcas.liaisoncas.com)) .  \nHave letters of recommendation sent to OptomCAS by your recommenders. Check individual schools for specific criteria.  \nComplete each school’s supplemental application by their specific deadline. Attend Preprofessional Advising Interview Meeting.  \n*All timelines are subject to change as OptomCAS releases new information.","cbCaimRIQMEyJJAz","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimRIQMEyJJAz","pdf",46925,"English","# Planning Your Timeline for Applying to Optometry School\n## Key Dates and Milestones\n## Applications, Recommendations, and Interviews\n## Notes and Timing Updates","[{\"question\":\"When is the early PAR deadline and what does it qualify you for?\",\"answer\":\"The document states there is an Optional Early Portfolio of Accomplishments and Reflections (PAR) deadline at 5:00pm ET. Submitting the PAR by the early deadline qualifies eligible individuals for an early comprehensive advising appointment (CAA) and the interview workshop series.\"},{\"question\":\"What items must be completed for OptomCAS and recommendations?\",\"answer\":\"OptomCAS application becomes available, and recommenders must send letters of recommendation to OptomCAS by their timelines. 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