Undergraduate Pre-Athletic Training Track (4-year option)
Freshmen applicants must meet all requirements specific to the University.
Specific to the School of Health and Sports Science
- Students will begin the Pre-Athletic Training track with the understanding that there is no guarantee that admittance into the Master of Athletic training program will be granted. Regardless of the student’s path, all aspects of the admission process must be followed. Only the top six performers of UM’s pre-athletic training track (Based off GPA, curriculum vita, letters of recommendation, observation hours accrued with a certified athletic trainer, and interview process) will be accepted.
- Apply through ATCAS in the Fall of the senior year: https://atcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/5567509477217972368 with completed application and all documents submitted and accepted by posted deadline.
** Students will not be allowed to participate in intercollegiate athletics once the Master of Athletic Training program begins, regardless of the sport.
Transfer Undergraduate Students
All transfer students wishing to pursue the Pre-Athletic Training Track at the University of Mobile must complete all steps related to admission requirements for the university and the School of Health and Sports Science. Regardless of the time of admittance into the university, transfer students must complete all prerequisites prior to admission.
Specific to the University
Transfer applicants must meet all requirements specific to the University.
Specific to the School of Health and Sports Science
Transfer applicants must follow the following steps:
- Admitted into the University of Mobile as an undergraduate student
- Meet with advisor and MAT program director to determine the Pre- Athletic Training track for completion of degree requirements and prerequisites.
- As with any route the student takes to apply for the Masters of Athletic Training- all prerequisites must be gained along with any core courses. Regardless of the student’s path, all aspects of the admission process must be followed.
Senior Year (Fall Semester)
- Apply through in the Fall of the senior year https://atcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/5567509477217972368 with completed application and all documents submitted and accepted by posted deadline.
** Students will not be allowed to participate in intercollegiate athletics once the Master of Athletic Training program begins, regardless of the sport.
Graduate Student
Specific to the College of Health Professions/ School of Health and Sports Science
(The school will accept 14 total students per cohort)
- Apply through ATCAS https://atcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/5567509477217972368 with completed application and all documents submitted and accepted by posted deadline.
** Students will not be allowed to participate in intercollegiate athletics once the Master of Athletic Training program begins, regardless of the sport.
For Undergraduate and Graduate International Students
** At this time, F1 visas cannot be granted for this program.
Steps to Application
Requirements:
- Preferred overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better
- Preferred C or better on all prerequisite coursework
- Total of 100 observational hours
- Current CPR card
- Completion of Technical Standards
ATCAS
The student should submit information for application through Athletic Training Centralized Application System (ATCAS). ATCAS simplifies the athletic training application process by allowing the student to apply to multiple programs with only one application. The application includes sections on biographical information, educational history and record, work and observation experiences, and a personal statement.
Steps for Application
- Complete an ATCAS application and formally apply to UM- https://atcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/5567509477217972368with completed application and all documents submitted and accepted by posted deadline.
- Provide Official transcripts and enter courses taken from each college/university attended through ATCAS
- Three evaluations (ATCAS generated) - one from Certified Athletic Trainer, one from Academic Advisor, and one from Faculty member within student’s major- these evaluations are available through ATCAS (UM students can obtain 2 evaluations from either the AT or the faculty member, but they must have 3 evaluations.)
- Complete the Technical Standards form on ATCAS
- Curriculum Vitae along with Personal Statement for Admittance detailing personal and professional goals. Personal statement should be at least 1000 words and focus on previous education, experience, professional interests in athletic training, professional goals, and finally what makes your application stand out above other applicants
- Submittal of Current CPR (Professional or BLS card)
- Submit total of 100 hours’ observation with a Certified Athletic Trainer. The hours must reflect the experiences the student obtained (i.e. sports covered, athletic training room, physician's office, industrial setting, and clinic).
- Complete submittal questions
- ATCAS will verify the student’s transcripts and complete a review
- UM's MAT admission committee will review the applicant’s submission and decide if the applicant meets the requirements for an interview
- Notification for interviews will be sent via email or by phone. (Interviews are invitation only)
- The student will meet either in person or via Zoom for the formal interview with the MAT admission committee.
- The student will be made aware of the MAT admission committee’s decision via by email.
- Once selected for admittance into the MAT program, the cost to secure a spot in the program- regardless of early or regular admission- is a 250.00 non-refundable fee that will go directly towards the student’s tuition for Term I.
Admission Timeline
- Early (Priority) Admission Window: September 1st – November 1st (deadline)
- Regular Admission Deadline – February 1st (deadline)
- Rolling Admission until all 14 program spots are filled- closes April 30th
Prerequisites Required
- Preferred overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better
- Preferred C or better on all prerequisite coursework
- Preferred 3.0 on all prerequisite coursework
Required Prerequisites- courses may be in progress at the time of application - admission is contingent upon completion with a preferred C or better on the following courses:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab- 4 hours
- Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab- 4 hours
- Psychology- 3 hours
- Kinesiology/Biomechanics- 3 hours
- Exercise Physiology- 3 hours
- Personal and Community Hygiene/Community Health- 3 hours
- Nutrition- 3 hours
- Physics I with Lab- 4 hours
- Statistics- 3 hours
- Sociology- 3 hours
- Biology I with Lab- 4 hours
- Biology II with Lab- 4 hours
- Research - 3 hours
- Chemistry I with Lab- 4 hours
Recommended, but not required
Medical Terminology
Epidemiology
Pathophysiology
** Course taken more than 7 years from time of application will not be accepted.
Post Admission Requirements
Upon acceptance into the MAT program, students will be required to submit the following documents to complete their admission packet: (This should be done prior to the first day of class)
- The student will be enrolled in Typhon and can begin the process of uploading documentation
- Transfer of Technical Standards can occur from ATCAS to Typhon
- Upload Immunization form and verification of immunization records (MMR) Rubella, Measles, Mumps, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Acellular Pertussis (Tdap), Tuberculin Skin Test (TST/PPD) and annual flu shot. Waivers of immunizations can also be attached.
- Upload Current Professional Rescuer CPR/ AED card- Adult/ Child/Infant/AED- submitted to ATCAS at time of application.
- Upload Fingerprinting report (15.00) and Background Check (10.00) through Mobile Police Department or any facility that can validate.
- Complete Proof of primary health insurance
- Submit a clean 10-panel drug screen- at student’s expense- must not be beyond 60 days of starting Term I