About this Program
The mission of the Master of Science of Athletic Training program is to develop exceptional clinicians accomplished in the delivery of evidence-informed care, in collaboration with other healthcare providers, for diverse client/patient populations with a variety of health conditions.
Program Highlights
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More than 35 weeks of full-time hands-on immersive clinical experiences at a wide variety of clinical sites.
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Low faculty to student ratios to ensure personalized attention and feedback.
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Human cadaver anatomy course and lab, which provides students with superior anatomical knowledge.
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Faculty that are highly research-active, providing our students with research opportunities as well as the most up-to-date evidence for cutting edge patient care.
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Network of collaborating physicians to aid in the education and development of highly knowledgeable athletic trainers.
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Designated classroom and lab spaces allow students to study and practice clinical skills outside of class.
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Requirements
Students are admitted to the program after completion of a bachelor's degree and prerequisite course work. Application review will begin on October 15 and will continue until all positions have been filled. Admission into the program is competitive. An application to the 91¶ÌÊÓƵ and a separate application to the Athletic Training Centralized Application Services must be submitted. The will be open to applicants July 1 each year and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning October 15 each year. Please follow the directions for application found at the ATCAS site. Students must have:
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A completed ODU Graduate School application and application fee
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A completed application through the Athletic Training Centralized Application Service (ATCAS) that includes transcripts, resume, statement of interest, verification of 15 clock hours of observation with an athletic trainer, three recommendations from professional or academic references, and documentation of current Emergency Cardiac Care (CPR/AED Certification) at the level of a healthcare professional)
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A bachelor's degree and official transcripts from each undergraduate and graduate program attended at a regionally-accredited institution or an equivalent foreign institution (submitted to ATCAS during application, submitted to ODU upon acceptance into the program
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A minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 in undergraduate coursework
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Completion of the pre-requisites at Old Dominion 91¶ÌÊÓƵ or another regionally-accredited institution, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (the first five are laboratory science courses)
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Cost of Attendance
Tuition is charged per credit hour. Amounts shown are tuition only and do not include mandatory fees, technology-delivered course fees, course-specific fees, books, housing, meal plans, or other costs. Campus-based students may take technology-delivered or online courses. Tuition is based on student classification. Fees for technology-delivered courses and other costs are listed on the ODU tuition and fees page.
Ways to Fund Your Degree
There are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending Old Dominion 91¶ÌÊÓƵ, including scholarships, assistantships, and student loans. For more details about financial aid at Old Dominion, visit the Financial Aid Office page.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available to graduate students at Old Dominion 91¶ÌÊÓƵ. Financial aid may be available in the form of 91¶ÌÊÓƵ fellowships, tuition grants, and research assistantships. In addition to the financial aid offered by the 91¶ÌÊÓƵ, graduate students may be eligible for aid and student loans administered by other agencies. For information about part-time employment, scholarships, and student loans, contact the Office of Student Financial Aid.
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Contact
3064 ELLMER COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES 1019 W 41ST STREET
NORFOLK, VA 23529