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Bachelors degree
Admission to Weber State University (Students apply only to the MSAT and will be admitted to
WSU and the MSAT concurrently. Students do NOT need to apply for WSU general admissions)
GRE scores (only required if GPA is below a 3.0)
Minimum 3.0 GPA*
Submit Graduate Athletic Training Student Application - at: https://atcas.liaisoncas.com
Submit Application Essay (see online application for details)
Two References - at least one reference must be a college-level instructor
Grade of C or better in all prerequisite courses (all prerequisites must have been completed within
the last 10 years prior to application)**
Program Interview - in person or over the phone
Completed Technical Standards Form (can be completed after admission)
Official Transcripts from ALL other colleges/universities attended
Physical examination and proof of immunizations (can be completed after admission)
Hepatitis-B vaccination (can be completed in first semester if deficient)
Current Emergency Medical Response and CPR for Professional Rescuers and Healthcare
Providers certification cards (can be completed in first semester if deficient)
Pay Application fee
Submission of GRE scores (the following scores are preferred but not required: Verbal 150 [450],
Math 141 [450])
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or 3.0 GPA during the last 60 hours of undergraduate work
Probationary Admission
Applicants failing to meet the unconditional admission criteria may be considered for probationary admission, in
which case the following additional criteria will also be considered by the MSAT Admissions Committee:
Applicants admitted on probation will be required to maintain a B or better average during their first 12
hours of graduate study.
Kinesiology/Biomechanics
Physiology of Exercise
Sports Nutrition
Students are also required to submit documentation that they have completed at least 25 hours of
clinical observation in an athletic training setting.
Physics I
Chemistry I
Medical Terminology
Official Transcripts from ALL colleges and universities that you have attended
Letter of interest
Resume
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Following the deadline for early admission, the selection committee, which is
comprised of four GATP faculty members and one clinical athletic training staff,
will evaluate and rate each applicant. Once applicants files have been reviewed,
selected applicants will be notified of invitation into the program.
Standard Admission
The UTC-GATP has a rolling admission process in which we accept applications
until all seats for the cohort have been filled. Applicants are strongly encouraged
to submit all application materials as soon as possible. Generally, the cohort is
complete around March. The current cohort consists of 16 positions.
Overall GPA and Advanced Academic Preparation GPA (high level science and math)
GRE scores
Letters of recommendation
*The committee reserves the right to interview each applicant via Skype or phone
on a case-by-case basis.
After the early decisions have been processed, applicants with higher scores on
the above criteria may receive recommendation for admission into the GATP as
soon as their application has been reviewed, which will be done on a monthly
basis. Once an applicant becomes a candidate for admission, a reply must be
received by the GATP within two weeks of candidate notification. In the case
when either the candidate does not reply, or declines admission, that position in
the cohort becomes vacant, and the next candidate, in order of rank will be
notified.
Candidates not accepted into the GATP will receive written notification from the
Graduate School.
Campus Visits
Eligible applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of the two campus
visits, one in the Fall semester, and one in the Spring. The visit is not required,
but a good opportunity for applicants to see the campus and our facilities, and
meet faculty, staff, and current students. The visit also gives the opportunity for
faculty and current students to make a personal connection with prospective
students. Once an application has been received, and meets our criteria, the
applicant will be notified of the campus visit dates.
Athletic Training
Overview
Faculty
Grad. students
Application process
Plan of study
Clinical education
Handbook
FAQs
Any questions, concerns, or interests should feel free to contact Dr. Scott E. Ross at seross@uncg.edu
The Department of Kinesiology offers a Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S.A.T.) degree that is designed to prepare persons
to sit for the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (BOC) Examination and earn the credentials as a Certified
Athletic Trainer (ATC).
Application Requirements
In addition to the admission requirements set forth by The Graduate School, applicants to the M.S.A.T. degree program must also
complete and submit secondary application forms to the AT Director and the Department of Kinesiology. The following requirements
are mandatory for admission eligibility and consideration and must be verifiable during the application process:
1.
2.
3.
Satisfactory score (at or above the 50th percentile for quantitative and qualitative sections) on Graduate Record Exam
(GRE) taken within five years.
4.
Satisfactory completion (C or better) of the following pre-requisite coursework (course syllabi must be submitted to the
Program Director with the application):
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Minimum content requirements: Human anatomy with study of skeletons, models, and anatomical
preparations.
Exercise Physiology
1.
Minimum content requirement: Understanding of factors affecting the physiological function of the
body related to exercise and physical performance. Laboratory provides experiences in evaluating
these physiological factors.
Biomechanics/Kinesiology
1.
Minimum content requirement: Anatomical and mechanical bases of physical activity with emphasis
on the analysis of sport and exercise skills.
Nutrition
1.
Minimum content requirement: Basic principles of human nutrition with emphasis on the nutrients and
factors which affect their utilization in the human body.
Personal Health
1.
Minimum content requirement: Study of determinants of healthful and safe living for various age
groups. *Please note that activity-based courses (e.g., walking, jogging) will not fulfill this
requirement.
5.
A minimum of 200 hours of clinical observation/experience under a Certified Athletic Trainer within 2 years prior to
program application. Documentation of clinical hours must be verifiable on the official AT Program application.
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Please note that hours obtained under the supervision of a Physical Therapist do NOT count unless the
individual is dual credentialed as an ATC/PT.
International students who do not have access to a certified AT in their home country are encouraged to move
to the United States and complete their hours prior to applying to the program.
6.
Application Process
Students apply for summer admission with classes beginning in late May. The application deadline is January 15 of each
calendar year. Applications may be accepted after the January 15th deadline; however, candidates are at a competitive
disadvantage after this time. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Missing information will cause a delay in processing the
application and will affect the applicants status. The application process is a four fold process with information being sent to The
Graduate School, the Department of Kinesiology, and AT Program Director. Please download the official AT application packet above
for a detailed checklist of application items. In addition, qualified candidates are required to participate in an on-campus interview at
their own expense. Only qualified candidates will be invited to interview after the January 15th deadline. Candidates are strongly
encouraged to follow the application instructions specified in the Athletic Training Program Application packet to ensure that
materials are sent to the appropriate location.
Admission Criteria
Application to the AT program is highly competitive. The AT Student Admission Committee (comprised of at least three full-time or
adjunct athletic training faculty members) reviews the credentials of each applicant. Final selection is based on many factors,
including satisfactory evidence of completed pre-requisites, previous academic performance, prior clinical and allied health
experiences, goals statement, the quality of recommendations, on-site interview, and the number of students already enrolled in the
athletic training program. No single admission criterion has a decisive influence on the applicants acceptability, and exceptions to
the requirements can be made on recommendation of the committee and approval of The Graduate School. Admission to the AT
program is NOT guaranteed simply upon satisfactory completion of all program pre-requisite requirements. The number of
students admitted into the program varies from year-to-year, with the number of students selected ranging from 8-10 annually.
Notification of Admission
GRE scores are not required for admission. Admission to The University
of Findlay DOES NOT Guarantee admission to the MAT.
Admission is limited and not guaranteed to those meeting the minimum
admission criteria.
Only those who are formally admitted into the professional phase can
continue with the academic and clinical education components of the
program.
Findlay
Course
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BIOL 322 /
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BIOL 323 /
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CHEM 130
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Human Nutrition
HEPR 205
HPE 100
General Psychology
PSYC 100
Statistics
MATH 123
or 410
Kinesiology or Biomechanics
PHED 336
Exercise Physiology
HPE 308
Local students may contact Bart Welte for assistance in finding an observation
experience on campus or other affiliated site.
All UF students are required to successfully complete OSHA/Bloodborne Pathogen
training before being allowed to observe athletic training clinical settings on The
University of Findlay campus.
Students will not be allowed to gain observation hours with any of The University of
Findlay athletic training clinical sites until the test is on file.
HHPR Department
Admission into the HHPR department is a three-tiered process. Meeting one of the below criteria will
admit a prospective student to HHPR department
OR an overall undergraduate grade point average between a 2.7 and a 2.99 and a 3.00 on
is completed by applicants who meet the GPA requirement, successful completion of program
prerequisites (see below), and the athletic training education program application (constructed as an
online application located on this Web site underApplication Process)
The University of Arkansas Graduate School transfer of credit policy will apply if a student
desires to transfer from another institution into the graduate athletic training education program (see
transfer of credit for the Master of Science Degree in the current graduate catalog).
Students desiring admission to the athletic training education program must complete the
following deficiency/prerequisite courses prior to admission:
* If the above courses were obtained at a college/university other than the University of Arkansas, course
syllabi/outlines for courses that are requested to meet the requirements must be submitted to the Program
Director of Athletic Training Education for approval. It is imperative that students have the equivalent of the
above undergraduate deficiencies/prerequisites in order to satisfy the competencies set forth by the BOC
national examination and accreditation. Click on the sample syllabi above to verify that that the student's
prerequisite course meets the admission requirement.
The athletic training program requires 59-61 credit semester hours of graduate work and an independent
research project, thesis or case study. A graduate GPA of 3.0 or better is required for graduation.
Athletic Training
MAT Admissions Information
The MAT program begins in late May of each year. The application for the 2015 admissions cycle will open on July 1, 2014. The
deadline for the receipt of the application, supporting documentation, and application fee is October 15, 2014 for early admission
and February 1, 2015 for traditional admission. It is in the best interest of the applicant to apply as early as possible.
Admissions Requirements
1. Online Application
The Merlin Application can be accessed through the following link: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/merlin/. Please make sure that all
information on your application is correct before selecting "Submit." Once you submit the General Information section of the
application you cannot edit any information. If a change needs to be made, please email allied.health@ttuhsc.edu.
2. Application Fee
The TTUHSC Application Fee of $40 can be paid through the online application by credit card. You may also pay by check or money
order by selecting the "Money Order" option; mail a check or money order to the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs (3601 4th
Street MS 6294, Lubbock, TX 79430). Please make checks and money orders payable to "TTUHSC." Your application will not be
considered for admission until your fee has been paid.
3. Official Transcripts
The Office of Admissions and Student Affairs must receive a current, official transcript from every institution that you've
attended. If you have attended TTU or TTUHSC, you only need to send official transcripts from the other institutions you've
attended. Transcripts must be in a sealed envelope from the institution and must have been printed within the last year. Please send
all official transcripts to the following address:
TTUHSC SOAHS Admissions and Student Affairs
3601 4th Street MS 6294
Lubbock, TX 79430
5. Bachelor's Degree
A Bachelor's Degree is required for admission in addition to the specific prerequisite courses listed in Section 8.
6. Minimum GPA
A minimum cumulative and prerequisite GPA of 2.7 is required to be considered for admission. A grade of "C" or better is required in all
prerequisite courses.
7. Observation Experience
Applicants must have completed a minimum of 50 observation hours of athletic training experience. Experience can be gained
through volunteer work, observation or paid employment with an ATC or LAT. When filling out the application, you will list your
athletic training experience hours. There is not a specific, printable form to submit; we suggest tracking your hours on a personal
spreadsheet.
8. Prerequisite Coursework
All prerequisite courses must be completed prior to matriculation. If prerequisite courses have not been completed in the last seven
years, program director approval for acceptance of courses may be required. AP and CLEP credit will not be accepted for any
prerequisite course.
Human Anatomy (or A&P I)
3-4 hours
3-4 hours
Exercise Physiology
3 hours
Kinesiology/Biomechanics
3 hours
3 hours
Nutriotion
3 hours
**Recommended Courses: Physics with Lab, Chemistry with Lab, and Technical Writting
9. Letters of Recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required for an application to be complete. Letters of recommendation are submitted online
through the Merlin Application. A recommender's name and email address will be required. Your recommender will receive an email
with a link to our recommendation form for them to submit electronically. Please do not submit letter of recommendation forms from
other institutions.
10. International Applicants
All foreign coursework must be evaluated by a Foreign Credential Service. We also require TOEFL/IELTS Scores for any applicant
for whom English is their second language (scores are considered on a case by case basis). Please refer to our International
Applicants webpage for more information and TOEFL/IELTS
exemptions:http://www.ttuhsc.edu/sah/prospective/international_applicants.aspx.
Application Process
Applications are considered on a rolling basis for acceptance into the professional program. Individual applications are reviewed once
materials have been received; therefore, it is in the applicant's best interest to complete their application, including submission of
required documentation, as early as possible. Fulfillment of the basic requirements does not guarantee admission.
Applicants who meet the above listed requirements and are deemed competitive candidates for admission will be invited to TTUHSC for
an interview. The admissions committee selects the most qualified applicants for admission by considering the following: cumulative
GPA, prerequisite science GPA, interview scores, student essay, and other factors.
Interviews
Admission interviews are granted by the MAT admissions committee by invitation only. Applicants are selected for interviews based on a
holistic evaluation of their application and supporting documents.
(3 credits)
(4 credits)
(3 credits)
(3 credits)
(6 credits)
Prerequisites
Prospective students interested in pursuing the Entry-Level Athletic Training degree program must meet the following prerequisites
in addition to the standard admissions requirements:
Complete a minimum of 50 hours observation under direct supervision of a NATA-BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
Complete the prerequisite worksheet which provides documentation of your prerequisite courses, GPA, and prior
experience. A syllabus for each prerequisite course must be submitted as part of the application process.
Complete and submit a health questionnaire/physical form
you have taken some time to self-reflect and are certain that you are willing to dedicate the time and financial resources to this
program. This level of certainty and commitment should be reflected in your typewritten, one to two page, double-spaced
statement of professional goals. Please note your statement of professional goals is the Statement of Interest required for
the graduate application process.
Provide evidence of a minimum grade of B in the following college or university courses (must have been taken within the
past seven years):
Anatomy and Physiology I (with lab): 4 credits (sample syllabus, sample lab syllabus)
Anatomy and Physiology II (with lab): 4 credits (sample syllabus, sample lab syllabus)
Kinesiology: 3 credits (sample syllabus)
Exercise Physiology: 3 credits (sample syllabus)
Nutrition: 3 credits (sample syllabus)
Exercise Prescription: 3 credits (sample syllabus)