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Athletic Training

If you would like to apply to the Professional Athletic Training Master of Science (MS) degree, you will need to submit your application through the Athletic Training Centralized Application Service (ATCAS). If you would like to apply to the Post-professional certificates of graduate study, you will need to submit your application to the USC graduate school.

Professional Athletic Training MS applicants must apply through the Athletic Training Centralized Application Service (ATCAS). Please visit ATCAS for further details. Post-Professional Athletic Training Master of Science applicants will apply through the USC Graduate School.

Admissions Information by Degree

Special Note: The Master of Science in Athletic Training at the University of South Carolina is a Professional Athletic Training Program to prepare students to sit for the Board of Certification exam and become a certified athletic trainer. 

Contact the AT Program Director at 803-777-5267 or jmensch@mailbox.sc.edu for permission before applying after the deadline date. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Priority review will be granted for applications complete by November 15.

Admission Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited university prior to beginning the program
  • A minimum of 50 observation hours under the supervision of an athletic trainer
  • Minimum Cumulative GPA of 3.0 from the undergraduate degree
  • GRE scores (optional)
  • For international applicants, a satisfactory score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 80 internet-based, 230 computer-based, or 570 paper-based - or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Course Type 2 exam - minimum overall band score of 6.5.  This requirement may be waived for applicants that have earned a prior degree from a US institution.
  • Virtual Interview: The USC AT program will conduct virtual interviews for qualified applicants as a requirement for the application cycle.  This interview will be 15-20 minutes and will take place over a virtual platform (zoom, go to meeting, skype) at an agreed upon time.  Applicants awarded an interview will have the opportunity to discuss their previous experience and how they will relate to potential success in the USC AT program. 
  • Prerequisite Coursework Requirements (minimum grade of C):
    Biology and Lab (4 credits)
    Chemistry and Lab (4 credits)
    Physics and Lab (4 credits)
    Anatomy and Physiology I and II and Labs (8 credits)
    Exercise Physiology (3 credits)
    Psychology (3 credits)
    Nutrition (3 credits)
    Statistics (3 credits)
    * Petitions for prerequisite course requirements must be made with the program director and will be done on an individual basis.

Application Requirements

  • Professional Resume
  • Personal Statement
  • Three professional recommendation letters
  • Documentation of clinical hours 
  • USC AT Program Technical Standards Form
  • Official transcripts from ALL schools or colleges previously attended
  • Non-US institution transcripts must be verified by World Education Services (WES) or equivalent evaluation service.  Please submit a comprehensive course-by-course evaluation (WES ICAP)
  • GRE scores (optional)
    • Institution code: 5818 (U of South Carolina Columbia)
  • TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for those whose native language is not English
    • TOEFL: Scores should be submitted electronically using the USC Institutional code: 5818 
    • IELTS: Scores should be mailed directly to the USC Graduate School:  
            The Graduate School
            University of South Carolina
            1705 College Street, Suite 552
            Columbia, SC 29208

Special Note:  First review of applications for graduate assistantships will start November 1; however if you miss the first review deadline we have a rolling deadline until all assistantships are full. Apply early to make the initial review.

Admission Requirements

  • Eligible applicants must possess an undergraduate degree with a major in athletic training from a CAATE accredited program
  • Grade point average of 3.00/4.00 or higher
  • Satisfactory GRE scores (50th percentile or above) (optional) 
  • For international applicants, a satisfactory score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 80 internet-based, 230 computer-based, or 570 paper-based - or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Course Type 2 exam - minimum overall band score of 6.5.  This requirement may be waived for applicants that have earned

 

Application Requirements

  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of Purpose and Objectives describing your academic and research interests, relevant work experiences, academic/professional goals and objectives
  • At least three letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional sources
  • Official transcripts from all schools or colleges previously attended
  • Non-US institution transcripts must be verified by World Education Services (WES) or equivalent evaluation service.  Please submit a comprehensive course-by-course evaluation (WES ICAP)
  • GRE scores (optional)
    • Institution code: 5818 (U of South Carolina Columbia)
  • TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for those whose native language is not English
    • TOEFL: Scores should be submitted electronically using the USC Institutional code: 5818
    • IELTS: Scores should be mailed directly to the USC Graduate School: 
      The Graduate School
      University of South Carolina
      1705 College Street, Suite 552
      Columbia, SC 29208

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