Accelerated Bachelor of Science - Master of Science in Athletic Training at University of Pittsburgh

Programme overview

A three-year on-campus accelerated entry point: one year of undergraduate-level coursework and two years of graduate coursework. Students earn a BS in Rehabilitation Science (concentration in Pre-Athletic Training) at the end of year two and an MS in Athletic Training at the end of year three. The program has been continuously accredited by CAATE and prepares students for the Board of Certification examination.

Faculty: School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences | Department: Sports Medicine and Nutrition | Duration: 3 years (6 terms) | Intake: Fall (August); applications open October 5, 2026 and close March 1, 2027 | Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

121 credits across a pre-professional phase (human anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, sports nutrition, kinesiology and biomechanics, pharmacology in rehabilitation, exercise physiology, strength and conditioning) and a professional phase (injury evaluation of the lower and upper extremity, therapeutic interventions, clinical practica, graduate research, administrative aspects, BOC preparation). Students rotate through four clinical rotations.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to sit for the national Board of Certification examination for athletic trainers; alumni work in professional sports and other settings.

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Entry requirements

Accelerated MS entry point (upper-division program): minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and prerequisite science and math GPA of 3.0; at least 60 credits to begin; EMT certification (NR-EMT credential) verified to the program director; prerequisite courses include Basic Athletic Training (ATHLTR 1811 and lab, minimum grade B, taken at Pitt), Foundations of Biology 1 and lab, General Chemistry 1 and lab, Introduction to Physics, composition, oral communication, Introduction to Psychology, a further psychology course, college algebra, statistics and general education courses. Current Pitt undergraduates apply through the Upper-Level Transfer Application; transfer students through the Pitt transfer application. Personal statement up to 500 words; resume or CV; technical standards; interview may be requested; GRE not required; observation hours recommended. International applicants whose native language is not English: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 120 (on the new TOEFL scale, 4.0 with all sub-scores of 4.0 or higher).

Entry terms (Fall, Spring, Summer) and deadlines are set by each school or department; the University's graduate catalog lists Fall, Spring and Summer terms for new graduate students.

Graduate and professional applications are made online to the school or department of intended study, with deadlines set by each school or department; official English-test results are required from applicants from countries where English is not the official language.

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