Before an invitation is issued to attend an interview, applicants must meet the admission requirements previously listed. After the Office of Admissions receives all required application materials, applicant files are reviewed to determine whether an applicant merits an invitation for an interview. Applicants may also be placed on a waiting list pending possible openings in a later part of the admissions cycle. Interviews are typically held between August and May. Invited applicants must attend an interview to receive further consideration in the admissions process.

The interview day is approximately five hours. Each interviewee will meet with at least two interviewers. Applicants will be evaluated on verbal communication skills, understanding of the optometry profession, commitment to patient care, and other elements as determined by the College. Applicants will also learn more about Midwestern University, AZCOPT, financial aid programs, student services, campus housing, and the Glendale Campus.

Following the interview, an applicant's file will be forwarded to the Admissions Committee for review. The committee may recommend to accept, deny, or place the applicant on an alternate list. Recommendations are then forwarded to the Dean for final approval. The Dean, via the Office of Admissions, notifies applicants of their status within two weeks of their interview date, provided that the file is complete.

Requests for the withdrawal of an application must be made in writing.