University Park,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Athletic Training in University Park United States | Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania State University
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University Park United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
43,266
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Penn State's Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program offers a student-focused curriculum that equips learners with advanced expertise and abilities to thrive as adaptable healthcare professionals across various settings. The program's comprehensive approach fosters evidence-based decision-making, teamwork across disciplines, and cultural awareness, helping students cultivate mindsets and practices for professional growth and continuous education. As an accredited program, its structured learning experiences prepare graduates to meet the certification requirements of the national Board of Certification and state licensing boards for athletic training practice.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or international equivalent.
An undergraduate major in the health sciences is preferred, but this is not a mandatory requirement.
There is no minimum grade point average (GPA) requirement for admission. Applicants ordinarily have a cumulative and combined science GPA of at least 3.0. However, prospective students with lower GPAs are encouraged to apply. In exceptional cases, the program may approve admission by reason of special backgrounds, abilities, and interests.
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required for admission. If applicants have taken the GRE, we advise that they share their score(s). If applicants have not taken the GRE but have SAT and/or ACT scores, we advise that they be shared. However, the SAT and ACT are not required for admission.
Shadowing/observational experiences are not required for admission but are recommended. In applicable cases, applicants have the option to provide evidence of having completed shadowing/observational hours.
A personal statement must accompany application materials and include why an applicant is pursing the degree program, with focus on how their background and interests match well with the curriculum. Applicants should also preset a brief summary of short- and long-term goals relevant to career planning.
A letter of recommendation from two different references is required. Letters should focus on the applicant's academic, professional, and personal attributes as well as potential for successful graduate study.
International applicants must take and submit scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), with the exceptions noted below. The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 550 for the paper-based test, 213 for the computer-based test, or a total score of 80 with a 19 on the speaking section for the Internet-based test (iBT). Applicants with iBT speaking scores between 15 and 18 may be considered for provisional admission, enrollment, and, if necessary, remedial course work. The minimum composite score for the IELTS is 6.5. Revised TOEFL PBT July 2017 and later 60
An undergraduate major in the health sciences is preferred, but this is not a mandatory requirement.
There is no minimum grade point average (GPA) requirement for admission. Applicants ordinarily have a cumulative and combined science GPA of at least 3.0. However, prospective students with lower GPAs are encouraged to apply. In exceptional cases, the program may approve admission by reason of special backgrounds, abilities, and interests.
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required for admission. If applicants have taken the GRE, we advise that they share their score(s). If applicants have not taken the GRE but have SAT and/or ACT scores, we advise that they be shared. However, the SAT and ACT are not required for admission.
Shadowing/observational experiences are not required for admission but are recommended. In applicable cases, applicants have the option to provide evidence of having completed shadowing/observational hours.
A personal statement must accompany application materials and include why an applicant is pursing the degree program, with focus on how their background and interests match well with the curriculum. Applicants should also preset a brief summary of short- and long-term goals relevant to career planning.
A letter of recommendation from two different references is required. Letters should focus on the applicant's academic, professional, and personal attributes as well as potential for successful graduate study.
International applicants must take and submit scores for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System), with the exceptions noted below. The minimum acceptable score for the TOEFL is 550 for the paper-based test, 213 for the computer-based test, or a total score of 80 with a 19 on the speaking section for the Internet-based test (iBT). Applicants with iBT speaking scores between 15 and 18 may be considered for provisional admission, enrollment, and, if necessary, remedial course work. The minimum composite score for the IELTS is 6.5. Revised TOEFL PBT July 2017 and later 60
Tuition
USD
43,266