Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Kinesiology (Athletic Training) in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Engage in comprehensive research and innovative studies focused on injury prevention, assessment, emergency care, and recovery through this doctoral program in kinesiology specializing in athletic training. Collaborate with distinguished faculty in our modern classrooms and laboratories to finalize your dissertation and equip yourself for research-driven careers in academic, governmental, or corporate environments. This program is designed for candidates who have: Obtained a master's degree in athletic training or a similar discipline Acquired athletic training certification or an equivalent credential Fulfilled Georgia's licensure prerequisites.
Three- to four-year curriculum for master's degree holders
Doctoral kinesiology program ranked among the top 10 by the National Academy of Kinesiology
Opportunities to utilize state-of-the-art research facilities
Competitive assistantship positions available in limited numbers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
This program is for students who have:
Completed a master's degree in athletic training
Earned the athletic training certification
Met requirements for licensure in Georgia In some cases, candidates with only a bachelor's degree will be admitted if they meet the following formula: undergraduate GPA x 1000 x GRE verbal + GRE quantitative = 4300.
Admission to the program is competitive and considers a number of factors. Students with strong backgrounds in athletic training and exercise science who have interests compatible with our ongoing research are given preference.
At a minimum, you must have:
A GRE score of 850 (1000 preferred)
A graduate GPA of 3.5 International students must score at least 213 on the Internet Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam.
The following should be uploaded to the Graduate School's application:
Unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended
Statement of Purpose
Statement of Purpose should summarize your career goals and how the degree program would help you attain those identified goals.
If applying to a MS-thesis or PhD program, ensure you describe your research interests and how your interests fit with a specific faculty member within the Department of Kinesiology.
A CV or resume
Contact information for three references
Official GRE scores (MS thesis and Ph.D. applicants only)
Scores can be sent to UGA's Graduate School as a designated score recipient using code 5813.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Completed a master's degree in athletic training
Earned the athletic training certification
Met requirements for licensure in Georgia In some cases, candidates with only a bachelor's degree will be admitted if they meet the following formula: undergraduate GPA x 1000 x GRE verbal + GRE quantitative = 4300.
Admission to the program is competitive and considers a number of factors. Students with strong backgrounds in athletic training and exercise science who have interests compatible with our ongoing research are given preference.
At a minimum, you must have:
A GRE score of 850 (1000 preferred)
A graduate GPA of 3.5 International students must score at least 213 on the Internet Based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam.
The following should be uploaded to the Graduate School's application:
Unofficial transcripts from each institution of higher education attended
Statement of Purpose
Statement of Purpose should summarize your career goals and how the degree program would help you attain those identified goals.
If applying to a MS-thesis or PhD program, ensure you describe your research interests and how your interests fit with a specific faculty member within the Department of Kinesiology.
A CV or resume
Contact information for three references
Official GRE scores (MS thesis and Ph.D. applicants only)
Scores can be sent to UGA's Graduate School as a designated score recipient using code 5813.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Tuition
USD
24,630