Athletic Training Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for our Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program are described below. Please complete and submit an application through the Athletic Training Centralized Application System (ATCAS), an online application service. If you have questions about the admission requirements, please contact athletic training program faculty, Chris Hamlyn.

Bachelor's degree

For the stand-alone, two-year MSAT program, you must have completed or be in the final stages of completing your bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university or appropriate international institution. 

If you are currently in the 3+2 BSAT/MSAT program, you must be currently enrolled at CMU as an undergraduate and have completed your competencies and university program requirements prior to starting the MSAT program.

Cumulative grade point average (GPA)

A cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher is required for entry into the MSAT program.

Prerequisite courses

Proof of satisfactory completion of the following courses prior to beginning the MSAT program:

  • Nutrition
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Biomechanics/kinesiology
  • Psychology
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Exercise physiology
  • Physics
  • Statistics

Professional recommendations

Two professional recommendations are required.  Both professional recommendations are completed in the ATCAS application.

  • One professional recommendation must be completed by an athletic trainer with whom clinical observation hours were obtained.
  • One professional recommendation must be completed by an instructor or professor.

Clinical observation hours

A minimum of 60 clinical observation hours is required for admittance into the MSAT program. These clinical observation hours can include volunteer work in a clinical setting, observation hours, or work experience with an athletic trainer.

If you are currently in the 3+2 BSAT/MSAT program, you will complete your clinical observation hours as a part of ATR 340. 

CPR/AED and first aid certification

At the time you apply for admission to the MSAT program, you must be certified in healthcare provider CPR/AED and first aid. 

    Interview

    Once applications are received, the athletic training faculty will review each applicant's materials and select candidates for a formal interview. Interviews will be held virtually or face-to-face.

    Technical standards

    All candidates interviewing for admission and students admitted into our MSAT program are expected to demonstrate the attributes and meet the expectations listed in the technical standards. These technical standards are required for admission and must be maintained throughout a student's participation in the program.