Athletic Training MAT Admission Requirements
- Bachelor of Science of Health Science Professions in the Physical Therapy Allied Health Track (BSHSP) Admission Criteria
- Masters-only Program Admission Criteria
- Admission Process
- Application Deadlines
Bachelor of Science of Health Science Professions in the Physical Therapy Allied Health Track (BSHSP)
Regular Admission Criteria
- Cumulative college grade point average 3.0 or higher (on 4.0 scale).
- Must complete the application process, including paperwork, fees and interview process.
Guaranteed Admission Criteria
- Cumulative college grade point average 3.3 or higher (on 4.0 scale).
- May apply after completion of 84 hours
- Guaranteed admittance with completion of the application, paperwork, fees, and interview process.
Committee Admission
Applicants that do not meet all of the regular admission requirements may be admitted by the review of the ATEP Admissions Committee.
Prerequisite Coursework
Prerequisites in the BSHSP degree that must be completed prior to application includes:
- BIOL 1106, 1306
- CHEM 1111, 1311
- PHYS 1101, 1301
- HSP 2101, 2102, 2301 and 2302 OR BIOL 2123, 2124, 2323 and 2324
- PSY 2301
- HSP 4337
- HSP 4315
Masters-only Program
Regular Admission Criteria
- Cumulative college grade point average 3.0 or higher (on 4.0 scale).
- Completion of prerequisite college coursework.
Committee Admission
Applicants that do not meet all of the regular admission requirements may be admitted by the review of the ATEP Admissions Committee.
Prerequisites
College Coursework:
- One semester biology (with lab)
- One semester chemistry (with lab)
- Once semester physics (with lab)
- Two semesters anatomy and physiology or equivalent (with lab)
- General psychology
- Statistics
- Nutrition
Admission Process
Stage I
Step 1. Complete an application for admission.
Candidates will need to submit the ApplyTexas application for admission. If you have problems accessing the application, please contact the College of Graduate Studies and Research at 325-942-2169 or graduate.studies@angelo.edu.
Step 2. Compose an essay.
Write an essay of no more than 500 words (typed in 12-point type with one-inch margins) that describes your educational plans, career objectives, commitment to your particular field of study, any research experience, your view of research and possible research interests, and personal goals. The essay may also address any of the following factors, which are qualities that will be acknowledged in the admission process:
- Socioeconomic history
- Family background (including level of educational attainment)
- Personal talents, leadership capabilities, community service.
You may submit your essay with your graduate school application or you can email your essay to graduate.studies@angelo.edu.
Step 3. Pay the application fee.
Domestic applicants will need to pay an application fee of $40. The application fee for international applicants is $50. The application fee can be paid online. We will also accept payment by cash, check, or money order. Checks will need to be made payable to “Angelo State University.”
Step 4. Order your academic transcripts.
We require transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, with the exception of Angelo State University. The application process can be completed with unofficial transcripts, though we highly recommend sending official transcripts. Transcripts delivered in a sealed envelope from the institution will be considered official. Transcripts sent by certified electronic exchange or an approved third party service will also be considered official. Please be aware that the overall GPA as posted to the transcript from the baccalaureate degree-awarding institution will be considered.
Transcripts can be sent to graduate.studies@angelo.edu or by mail to:
College of Graduate Studies and Research
ASU Station #11025
San Angelo, TX 76909-1025
Step 5. Complete a Self-Report Transcript form.
Email the completed form to bshsp@angelo.edu.
Step 6. Complete a Proof of Volunteer Hours form.
Applicants must complete at least 50 hours that includes two different areas of clinical practice. Applicants are allowed to use their facility’s hour verification form as long as it has both signature and license number of the supervising Athletic Trainer.
Email completed forms to bshsp@angelo.edu.
Step 7. Send three Letters of Reference to the College of Graduate Studies and Research.
Recommendations must include an Athletic Training/health-related, academic (instructor or academic advisor) and personal. Graduate Studies prefers to receive these by mail, but they can be done electronically if necessary. Electronically filled/signed recommendation forms may be sent to Graduate Studies at: graduate.studies@angelo.edu
All application materials and forms must be submitted to:
College of Graduate Studies and Research
ASU Station #11025
San Angelo, TX 76909-1025
If the applicant clears the Admission Stage I process, written notification from the College of Graduate Studies and Research will be sent to the applicant. Applicants must then wait for notification from the Master’s in Athletic Training Program in the Department of Health Science Professions as to whether they are moving on to Stage II.
Stage II
Stage II is the interview at Angelo State University. Once the applicant has received the letter indicating that Stage I has been completed, and an invitation from the Athletic Training Education Program in the Department of Health Science Professions for interview in either the fall or spring, the applicant must then send an additional $30 processing fee (check or money order made payable to Angelo State University Athletic Training Education Program) along with the Stage II Athletic Training Education Program Processing Form.
Up to 26 individuals will be recommended to the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and Research for admission into the MAT program. Only written notice from the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and Research constitutes approval of admission.
For further information, contact:
Master of Athletic Training Program
Angelo State University
ASU Station #11057
San Angelo, TX 76909-0923
Telephone: 325-486-6179
Fax: 325-942-2129
Email: kristi.white@angelo.edu
Application Deadlines
Program Deadline for Summer Admission: April 1