Overview
Program Description
The Athletic Training program at North Dakota State University prepares students to take the Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC) examination and earn the ‘ATC’ credential. Didactic courses and clinical experience courses focus on prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries resulting from physical activity. This is a five-semester program starting in the summer term.
Option 1: Five-Year Program. This unique option allows the student to complete a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Master of Athletic Training (MATrg) degree in five years.
- During years 1-3 students follow the NDSU Exercise Science guidelines and curriculum.
- Students apply to the MATrg program through the NDSU Graduate School during the third year (typically Junior standing).
- Accepted students begin the MATrg program in the summer.
- During year 4 students complete both Exercise Science and MATrg courses.The Exercise Science degree is awarded in August.
- During year 5 students complete MATrg courses. Upon successful completion of all program and Graduate School requirements, the MATrg degree is awarded in May.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Athletic Training Techniques
- Evidence Based Research and Practice
- Orthopedic Assessment
- Therapeutic Modalities
- Advanced Emergency Care
- Prevention and Health Promotion in Athletic Training
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Application review beings December 1 and continues until spots are filled.
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Disciplines
Health Sciences Sports Sciences View 2318 other Masters in Health Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Overall GPA of 3.0 at the time of application (3.0 GPA or higher maintained to start of program)
- The following courses must be completed with a letter grade of “C” or better earned and documented on official transcripts prior to the start of the program in Summer: Human Anatomy and Lab, Human Physiology and Lab, General Physics and Lab, General Chemistry and Lab, Biomechanics and/or Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Medical Terminology, Nutrition, Psychology
- Statement of Purpose
- Research Writing
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
- Documentation of a minimum of 50 hours of observation completed under the direct supervision of a BOC ATC® in an athletic training room setting. 50 hours must be completed within one (1) calendar year of application
- Documentation of current CPR Training
- International students must meet the English Language Test score requirements
Tuition Fee
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International
29778 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 709 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
25494 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 607 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
17010 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 405 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Fargo
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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