The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Professional Student Exchange Program (PSEP) allows Utah residents to enroll in cooperating out-of-state optometry and podiatry professional programs because those fields of study are not available at public institutions in Utah. Students enrolled through WICHE’s Professional Student Exchange Program receive a support fee from Utah to be able to pay reduced tuition.

• Eligible Students:   
  • Utah adult residents
• Eligibility Requirements:
  • At least five years of consecutive Utah residency
  • Enroll in an eligible program in optometry or podiatry
  • Commit to return to Utah to practice upon completion of the program
• Eligible Uses:    
  • Tuition and fees
• Award:     
  • Based on available state funding; visit WICHE for projected award information
• Award Duration:
  • Completion of program (up to four academic years)
• Eligible Institutions:   
  • Visit WICHE website         
• Application Period:     
  • Applications submitted by October 15 are given first priority for funding beginning the next academic year.
  • Application
• Additional Information:  
  • https://www.wiche.edu/ or email cassidy.dragunat@ushe.edu