ATHLTR:MS - Master of Science in Athletic Training

Academic Progression Requirements 

The student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in required MS in Athletic Training graduate courses with a minimum grade of "B-" or better in all required courses. Courses in which the athletic training student earns a grade of "C" or below must be retaken. In accordance with the program course sequencing requirements, matriculation in the program is suspended until the student earns a passing grade of"B-" or higher. However, only two courses can be repeated. Any student who earns a grade of "C" or below in more than two courses will be dismissed from the program.

Academic Standing

Good Standing: To achieve and maintain a classification of good standing, the student must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the courses required for the MS in Athletic Training degree.

Graduation Requirements

To be eligible for graduation the student must:

-- Meet all University Graduate School requirements for graduation.

-- Satisfactorily complete all didactic and clinical education requirements within the MS in Athletic Training degree program.

-- Have a minimum graduate GPA of 3.0 in program required courses.

To be admitted to the professional MS in Athletic Training program, the student must:

(1) Hold a bachelor degree from an accredited institution.

(2) Have a minimum 3.00 GPA average (based on a 4.0 scale) in the last 60 credits of upper division courses of the bachelor degree.

(3) Complete the following prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of "C":

-- General Biology and Lab (4 credits)

-- *Human Anatomy and Lab (4 credits)

-- *Human Physiology and Lab (4 credits)

-- Physics and Lab (4 credits)

-- Nutrition (3 credits)

-- Statistics (3 credits)

-- Psychology (3 credits)

-- Kinesiology or Biomechanics (3 credits)

-- Exercise Physiology (3 credits)

-- Chemistry and Lab (4 credits)
*Or, Anatomy and Physiology I and II with Lab for a total of 8 credits

(4) Three letters of recommendation (one must be from a faculty member).

(5) A curriculum vitae/resume

(6) A personal statement of professional and educational goals

Application and Admission Processes

Applying for admission to the MS in Athletic Training program is via the Athletic Training Centralized Application Service at: https://atcas.liaisoncas.com/

There are no majors associated with this program.

There are no tracks, specializations, concentrations, areas of emphasis, or other curricular offerings associated with this program.