Athletic Training M.S.
Applicants to the AT program must apply to the University of Northern Colorado Graduate School before the program area reviews the applicant’s request for admission. To apply, submit the online application via the link on the Graduate School website. Failure to submit all required materials will delay the evaluation and screening of your application. Applicants will be required to submit:
Admission requirements over and above admission to UNC Graduate School are required. Additional AT program admission requirements include:
- Evidence of experience in athletic training (at least 50 observation hours under a certified athletic trainer in an athletic training setting).
- Proof of Emergency Cardiac Care certification that is consistent with a level accepted by the Board of Certification, Inc.
- Submission of multiple documents including, but not limited to a resume, writing samples, and personal statements.
- Prerequisite courses completed, at the post-secondary level, with a grade of C or better, or in progress at the time of application to the program:
- General Biology course with lab
- General Chemistry course with lab
- General Physics course with lab
- Human Anatomy & Physiology I with lab
- Human Anatomy & Physiology II with lab
- Principles of Psychology
- Principles of Nutrition
- Biomechanics
- Exercise Physiology
- Introductory Statistics
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- An interview (to be scheduled after the application review
Upon admission offer, students will be required to complete a physical exam by a physician of their choice; show proof of immunization for hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, and diphtheria; and attest that they meet the technical standards established by the program and by the University's Disability Resource Center.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Athletic Training M.S.