194 Jerry and Vickie Moyes College of Education Master of Science in Athletic Training (MS) Minimum Admissions Requirements • Bachelor's degree • Admission to Weber State University (Students apply only to the MSAT and will be admitted to WSU and the MSAT concurrently. Students do NOT need to apply for WSU general admissions) • GRE scores (only required if GPA is below a 3. o) • Minimum 3.0 GPA* • Submit Graduate Athletic Training Student Application (found online at: weber.edu/ athletictraining/graduateadmissio ns. html) • Submit App licatio n E ssay (see online application fo r details) • Two References - at least one reference must be a college-level instructor • Grade of C or better in all prerequisite courses (all prerequisites must have been completed within the last 10 years prior to application)** • Program Interview - in person or over the phone • Completed Technical Standards Form • Official Transcripts from other colleges/universities attended • Physical examinatio n and p roo f of immuniz atio ns • Hepatitis-B vaccination (can be completed in first semester if deficient) • Current Emergency Medical Response and CPR for Professional Rescuers and Healthcare Providers certification cards (can be completed in first semester if deficient) • Pay Application fee * Grade point averages between 2.75 and2.gg will be considered if GRE scores are above average. ** Students who are deficient in one or more prerequisite courses may be admitted on a conditional basis if the courses can be added to the schedule while still meeting the prerequisites prior to each graduate course. The application deadline is February 1 for the following summer semester. Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a rolling admissions basis if available slots still exist. Students are encouraged to apply by the February 1st deadline, as the program will likely reach capacity at that point. The online application may be accessed on-line at weber.edu/athletictraining/graduateadmissions. html. Post-Admission Requirements After formal admission to the Athletic Training Masters degree program, students are required to complete an FBI background check and drug test. The WSU Master of Science in Athletic Training Program enters into Affiliation Agreements with multiple healthcare facilities and schools throughout the state. These agreements provide WSU MSAT students and faculty authorized access to facility resources and patients. In response to stipulations contained within one or more of these Agreements, the WSU MSAT requires students admitted to the program to submit to an FBI level criminal background check as well as a urine drug test. This screening process has been mandated by the WSU MSAT in an effort to more effectively protect the safety and well-being of the patients, clients, and residents of those facilities, and is fully supported by the Department of Health Promotion and Human Performance and the MSAT faculty. Both the background check and the drug test will be completed during the student's first semester. The expenses (approximately §75) will be paid for by the student. Additional Admission Requirements for International Students All international students and any applicants educated outside the U.S. must demonstrate proficiency in English. Those whose native language is not English, or whose language of instruction for their undergraduate degree was not English, will be required to submit a score from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) which is not more than two years old and on which a minimum score of 550 (paper-based) or 213 (computer-based), or 79-80 (internet-based) has been earned. The MSAT also accept the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - applicants may have an official score report sent to the MSAT Program Director which is not more than two years old and on which a minimum score of 6.5 has been earned. Selection Process A All applicants will be ranked using a numerical scale on the following criteria: 1. Cumulative GPA/GRE Scores [0-4 weight in selection formula = 40%] 2. Application Essay [0-4 weight in selection formula = 25%] 3. References [0-4 weight in selection formula = 15%] 4. Previous athletic training experience and strength of applicant's commitment as reflected in interview responses [0-4 weight in selection formula = 20%] B. Students receiving the highest scores in the rating process will be invited to enter the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program. The selection committee is comprised of the MSAT faculty. The number of students chosen to enter the program each year will vary, in compliance with accreditation guidelines concerning clinical instructor-to-student ratios. Selection into the MSAT is competitive and satisfaction of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. C. Applicants not invited to enter the MSAT may reapply the following year. All applicants who reapply must meet all requirements in effect at the time of re-application. Students who choose to reapply must review the program website and/or catalog for current admission requirements at that time. D. All students selected for the MSAT must provide evidence of being able to meet the Technical Standards for Admission of the program. Only those students who verify that they can meet those technical standards, with or without reasonable accommodations, will be allowed to enter the program. Retention Requirements A After students are selected into the MSAT, retention in the program will be based on the following criteria: 1. Grade "B-" or better in all required courses (includes Graduate Practicum courses). 2. Maintain an overall Weber State University Graduate GPA of 3.0. 3. Adhere to WSU Athletic Training Policies and Procedures. Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog