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Southern College of Optometry

Memphis, TN·Private·https://www.sco.edu/

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Southern College of Optometry is a private nonprofit university in Memphis, TN. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Southern College of Optometry is a private nonprofit university in Memphis, TN. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Ski Access

237 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

57°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

237 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
306 mi away
65 skiable acres8 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Memphis, TN

42°Jan46°Feb54°Mar63°Apr72°May80°Jun83°Jul82°Aug76°Sep65°Oct53°Nov45°Dec

Station: MEMPHIS INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

65/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety6738100
67/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
38/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

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Fields of Study

4 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

OptometryProfessional
128 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Optometry
Doctoral$133,907
Optometry
Professional128 grads
Medicine
Doctoral
Optometry
Master's

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Southern College of Optometry located?

Southern College of Optometry is located in Memphis, TN. The main campus address is 1245 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

Is Southern College of Optometry the right fit for me?

Whether Southern College of Optometry is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Memphis, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southern College of Optometry against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Southern College of Optometry directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Memphis, TN
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Doctoral
School Year Weather
Warm · 57°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
65/100
Nearest Airport
Memphis, TN (MEM) · 7 mialso NQA (17 mi), BYH (57 mi)

Location

Memphis, TN

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.