Weber State University
Department of Health Promotion and Human Performance
Athletic Training Education Program
Master of Science in Athletic Training Application
Admissions Instruction Sheet
STEP 1: Weber State University Admissions Application
a. Students not currently enrolled at Weber State University are required to complete
a Weber State University admissions application which is found at
http://weber.edu/admissions/studentapplication.html. After reading the
admissions/scholarship online application instructions click on APPLY NOW
and continue following the directions. This can be completed once accepted into
the athletic training program.
b. International students must download their application from the WSU Admissions
website. For additional help either call 801-626-6005 or send an e-mail to
admissions@weber.edu.
c. Submit official college transcripts. See Step 3 below.
STEP 2: Master of Science in Athletic Training Admissions Application
a. Please download a copy of the application from Athletic Training website. If you
would prefer a printed copy, please contact the MSAT Program Director at
801-626-7656 or ValerieHerzog@weber.edu.
b. Type or clearly print all information unless otherwise indicated. Be sure to place
your name on every sheet of the application. Submit the following:
i. Completed application - please type
ii. Two (2) letters of recommendation using the standardized form from the
website. One must be from a college/university instructor. The envelope
MUST be sealed with the signature of the individual across the seal on the
back of the envelope.
iii. Current copies of your Emergency Response and CPR/AED for
Professional Rescuer certification cards (front and back). If you do not
possess these certifications, or if they have lapsed, then you may complete
them during your first semester.
iv. Copy of GRE scores. If you are scheduled to take the exam or waiting for
your scores indicate this on the application. Scores should be sent directly
to the MSAT Admissions Committee. Only required if GPA is below a
3.0. Students below a 3.0 GPA should have a minimum score of 1000 on
the GRE (verbal and quantitative combined) or other substantial evidence
of academic achievement.
v. Copy of the signed Technical Standards form located at
http://weber.edu/athletictraining.
vi. Physical examination and proof of immunizations, including Hepatitis-B
Vaccination. If just stating the Hepatitis-B series, please indicate this. See
the Immunization form for the list of required immunizations located at
http://weber.edu/athletictraining.
vii. Submit official college transcripts to the MSAT Program Director. See
Step 3 below.
viii. Application fee in the form of a check or money order in the amount of
$30.00, payable to Weber State University.
STEP 3: College Transcripts
a. Official transcripts must be submitted with BOTH of your applications. One
official copy should be submitted with your Weber State University application
and a second official copy should be submitted with your Master of Science in
Athletic Training Application.
b. Students currently enrolled at Weber State University do not need to submit
official transcripts. A copy of your online transcript will suffice. If you have
attended any other schools you will need to obtain official transcripts for each of
these schools. You may request that official transcripts be sent directly to the
MSAT Admissions Committee or to you. You may then forward your official
transcripts with your application, but they must be sent UNOPENED in their
original, sealed envelope.
c. Students NOT currently enrolled at Weber State University will need to submit
official transcripts of your academic record from all previous colleges or
universities attended should be submitted with your application. You may request
that official transcripts be sent directly to the MSAT Admissions Committee or to
you. You may then forward your official transcripts with your application, but
they must be sent UNOPENED in their original, sealed envelope.
d. For prerequisite courses completed at universities other than Weber State
University, you will need to include a copy of the detailed course description from
the college catalog or a course syllabus for each course. This information needs
to be sent to ONLY the MSAT Admissions Committee.
Additional Admission Requirements for International Students:
1.
All international students and any applicant 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), 213 (computerbased), or 79 (internet-based) has been earned. These scores need to be sent ONLY to
the WSU Admissions Office.
2.
All international transcripts must also be evaluated using one of the WSU approved
Foreign Credential Evaluation Services Agencies listed on the WSU Admissions website:
http://weber.edu/Admissions/is_transcripteval.html Please send copies of this evaluation
to BOTH the WSU Admissions Office and to the MSAT Admissions Committee.
Deadlines
1.
Application deadline for early admissions is February 1st for the following fall
semester. Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a rolling
admissions basis if available slots still exist. Students are encouraged to apply for Early
Admissions as the program may reach capacity at that point.
2.
Interviews (in person or phone interviews) will be scheduled by Feb. 20th.
3.
Final decisions will be sent by March 15th.
Scholarships for Non-Resident Students
1.
Non-resident students (including international students) who apply by the Dec. 15th
deadline and receive one of the top three overall admissions scores (based on the numeric
selection process), will be awarded a tuition waiver for the difference between resident
and non-resident graduate tuition.
Post-Admission Requirements
1.
After formal admission to the Athletic Training Masters degree program, students are
required to complete an FBI background check and drug test.
2.
Both the background check and drug test will be completed on campus during the
student's first semester. The expenses (approximately $75 total) will be paid for by the
student.
Mailing Instructions:
1.
MS in Athletic Training Applications, GRE scores, and transcripts can be mailed to:
MSAT Program Director – Valerie Herzog
Department of Health Promotion and Human Performance
Weber State University
2801 University Circle
Ogden, UT 84408-2801
For more information, please contact:
Valerie Herzog, EdD, ATC
MSAT Program Director
(801) 626-7656 or ValerieHerzog@weber.edu
or visit our website at:
http://programs.weber.edu/athletictraining