MAT Athletic Training at University of North Dakota

Programme overview

Help keep individuals healthy and physically active while acquiring fundamental healthcare knowledge and techniques. UND transitioned its athletic training program to the Master of Athletic Training as mandated by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Students interested in the program are encouraged to contact the Department of Sports Medicine.

What you will study

Complete these requirements for a master's in Athletic Training.

Career pathways

Athletic trainers prevent and treat injuries for all active people. They often work closely with athletes, but aren’t limited to one type of patient. Athletic trainers provide: Primary care, Injury and illness prevention, Wellness promotion and education, Emergency care, Therapeutic intervention, Rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions, Primary care and outpatient facilities, Colleges and high schools.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In addition to meeting these program requirements, you must also meet the UND School of Graduate Studies admissions requirements to apply for this program. Graduate Requirements Master's in Athletic Training Requirements Disclaimer The requirements on this page are pulled from UND’s academic catalog and may not reflect future terms. Updates are published annually in April.

Domestic applicants: USD 18,657 a year (2026-27). North Dakota resident rate. On-campus tuition for 2026/2027 as shown in the programme's tuition table (fall and spring semesters, rate band 'Athletic Training'); excludes mandatory student fees, housing and books. The same table lists Minnesota residents Source

International applicants: USD 32,651 a year (2026-27). International student rate. On-campus tuition for 2026/2027 as shown in the programme's tuition table (fall and spring semesters, rate band 'Athletic Training'); excludes mandatory student fees, housing and books. Source

Terms run Fall (August-December), Spring (January-May) and Summer (May-August).

Graduate applications go through the UND admissions application with a $35 non-refundable fee (no waivers); each graduate program sets its own deadline, listed in the Program Finder. Three academic or professional references and a statement of goals are required.

International graduate applicants: Fall May 1, Spring Sept. 1, Summer Feb. 1, unless the program sets a specific deadline. Application fee $35.

Apply through the official page: https://und.edu/programs/athletic-training-mat/how-to-apply.html

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