Pre-Athletic Training

Preparing a Competitive Application

Since the requirements for entry into these are quite diverse, students should thoroughly explore the requirements of all programs to which they hope to apply. At Marian, meet early and often with your advisor to stay on track for a successful application.

A competitive candidate will generally:

• Demonstrate strong academic performance in all courses
• Score well on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), as necessary. Some MSAT programs require the GRE, but not all.
• Demonstrate extensive familiarity with the field of Athletic Training to gain an understanding of the expectations of the profession
  • Observe Certified Athletic Trainers in a diversity of settings.
  • Gain extensive first-hand experience with patients through volunteering or a relevant position
  • Get involved in community service, volunteerism, and co-curricular activities
  • Seek leadership opportunities in clubs, organizations, church, or sports
  • Conduct independent research to better understand the scientific literature. Note, research is not necessarily required for your MSAT application, but it will help distinguish you as an applicant.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work with a diverse group of people, and a desire to help others