Admissions Process
| Course Pre-Requisites | SDSU Equivalent |
|---|---|
| Human Anatomy with Lab and Human Physiology OR Anatomy and Physiology I and II with Lab | BIOL 212; BIOL 261 or BIOL 336 |
| Biomechanics | ENS 306 |
| Exercise Physiology with Lab | ENS 304 & ENS 304L |
| General, Abnormal, or Developmental Psychology | PSY 101, PSY 350, or PSY 230 |
| Introductory or General Statistics | STAT 119, BIOL 215, PSY 280, or SOC 201 |
| Fundamentals of Nutrition | NUTR 201 |
| Introduction to Athletic Training with a lab | ENS 265 & 265L |
| Introductory or General Chemistry | CHEM 100 or CHEM 200 |
| Introductory or General Physics; Lab is not required | PHYS 180A |
| Introductory Weight Training | ENS 104a or b |
| Recommended Courses | SDSU Equivalent |
|---|---|
| Applied or Clinical Kinesiology | ENS 303 |
| Medical Terminology | No SDSU Equivalent |
| Research Methods | PSY 301, ENS 601, or PH 607 |
- Classes can be in progress at time of application but must be completed prior to start of Program
- Prerequisite coursework must be completed with "C" or better
- A grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 in the last 60 units of coursework
- Course Descriptions for SDSU Courses
- Undergraduate degree earned at an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association
- A kinesiology or exercise science degree is recommended.
- Observation Hours (PDF)
- Verification of at least 100 total hours of observation under a Certified Athletic Trainer in two or more settings (e.g., university/college, high school, and/or clinic) within two years of the application date.
- Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) Certification
- You can see these requirements on the BOC website.
- Technical Standards for Admission (PDF)
- All students applying for admission to MSAT must agree to meet specified mental, physical, and cross cultural communication abilities to meet standards of the program, or have approval for appropriate accommodation as outlined by the Student Ability Success Center (SASC).
Step 1 – Apply to SDSU
BY Dec. 1, 2024:
- Submit application via CalState Apply
- Application opens on October 1, 2024
- Application fee of $70
BY Dec. 1, 2024:
Submit to Graduate Admissions Office:
Office of Graduate Admissions
Student Services West 100
5500 Campanile Dr.
San Diego, CA 92182-7455
- Official transcripts
- If a foreign applicant, submit TOFEL score or English Placement score (SDSU Institution Code- 4682)
- Questions regarding international student admission should be directed to: [email protected] or visit the International Student Center
Step 2 – Apply to MSAT
BY Dec. 1, 2024
Submit all components via ATCAS
ATCAS charges $99 for the first program you apply to and $55 for each additional program.
- Supplemental application form;
- Prerequisite course checklist;
- Clinical observation hours form (PDF);
- Program disclosure form (PDF);
- Technical standards for admission (PDF);
- Professional Essay of 400-500 words including the student’s professional goals and reasons for selecting athletic training as a career and an understanding of the challenges facing the athletic training profession and willingness to work with diverse clients in a variety of athletic training settings;
- Curriculum vitae or resume;
- Video (2-3 minutes) explaining the student’s desire to be a certified athletic trainer and interest in the SDSU MSAT;
- Names and e-mail address of three references (at least one academic and one clinical) who will be invited to complete a recommendation for the applicant electronically.
Questions about the MSAT application process may be directed to: [email protected]
Questions about applying to SDSU may be directed to:
Prospective Student Center
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-7455
(619)-594-6336