MS Athletic Training at West Virginia University

Entry requirements

Applications for the Master of Science in Athletic Training are accepted via ATCAS from July 1 - May 1 each year. The program is 24 continuous months and begins in June. In order to be eligible for admission, students must complete the following requirements: Completion of a baccalaureate degree Applicants must have earned a baccalaureate degree, or plan on completing a baccalaureate degree by May of the year entering the program. Students may apply with an undergraduate degree in any major. Overall cumulative GPA of 2.75 or greater (3.0 or greater preferred) The cumulative GPA includes all previous undergraduate coursework at all institutions the student has attended. Clinical observation A minimum of 50 hours of clinical observation under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer is preferred. Two letters of recommendations It is recommended that one letter be from a board-certified athletic trainer with whom the applicant has worked in a clinical setting. Pre-requisite GPA of 2.75 or greater (3.0 or greater preferred), earning a grade of C or higher in all pre-requisite courses: Biology (3-4 hours) Human Anatomy (3-4 hours) General Chemistry (3-4 hours) Human Physiology (3-4 hours) General Physics (3-4 hours) Psychology (3 hours) Interview Successful completion of a virtual interview. Non-native speakers of English Non-native speakers of English with international transcripts, regardless of U.S. citizenship, must validate proficiency in the English language....