Mission & Vision

Mission

The mission of New England College of Optometry is to change the way people see the world.  We do so by:

• Integrating innovative education with early and diverse clinical experiences to prepare today’s optometrists for tomorrow’s optometry.
• Advancing the frontiers of optometric knowledge through evidence-based research and then applying this knowledge to improve patients’ lives worldwide.
• Cultivating compassionate care at the highest level of proficiency, integrity, and professionalism; influencing public policy; expanding access to comprehensive and specialty optometric services; and emphasizing a sensitivity to the health and social welfare of diverse communities.

Vision

NECO will continue to stand out as a leading college of optometry in the rapidly evolving world of professional education and healthcare.

Values

Purpose & Impact: We commit to high-quality and compassionate patient care, access and advocacy for underserved populations, and impact that improves lives.

Excellence & Discovery: We encourage curiosity, explore innovation, embrace and adapt to change, and dedicate ourselves to advancing eye care in the face of evolving healthcare delivery systems and patient expectations.

Leadership & Inspiration: We inspire each other to think differently; we hold ourselves accountable for our actions, words, and results; and we communicate clearly and respectfully.

Collegiality & Collaboration: We approach our work and our relationships with a spirit of teamwork, helpfulness, honesty, and civility.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: We celebrate and cultivate diversity throughout our clinical network. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that all people—faculty, staff, and patients alike—feel a sense of community and belonging at NECO.