Depth Perception for USMA

[mng249]

Hello,
I took the opto examination a month ago, I have had no problems with DoDmets or anything like that, but I was wondering what the standard was for USMA admissions in terms of depth perception.
I had surgery for strabsismus when I was 12, but I still have a dominant eye. I correctly identified only 1/3 of the depth perception charts, does that mean that it's over for me without a waiver?

Thanks!

 

[Ectriso]

I don't know how your surgery will affect whether or not you need a waiver, but the depth perception should be no problem. I couldn't identify any of the shapes on the test however I am still found medically qualified. The only thing that I could foresee as an issue is the surgery, but it might not be.

 

[mng249]

it didn't turn out to be an issue. for anyone who has this question in the future, strabismus based surgery and minor depth perception issues do not disqualify you from usma

 

[nuensis]

Strabismus didn't disqualify me from USNA or Navy ROTC, either (in case anyone else is wondering).

I do think the extent of the condition matters, though. DoDMERB does have a disqualifying code available for strabismus. Maintaining strong control of both eyes would probably be beneficial.