Master of Athletic Training at Sam Houston State University

Study Athletic Training at Sam Houston State University, a Master degree offered at its main campus in Huntsville , United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 2 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 21, 2026.

About Master of Athletic Training

Athletic trainers (ATs) are highly qualified, multi-skilled health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. Athletic Training encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emergent, acute or chronic injuries and medical conditions. Athletic training is recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA), Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as an allied health care profession.

National Athletic Training Association

Many athletic trainers work in educational settings, such as colleges, universities, elementary schools, and secondary schools. Others work in hospitals, fitness centers, or physicians' offices, or for professional sports teams.

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/athletic-trainers.htm#tab-3

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Athletic Training at Sam Houston State University

Entry Requirements

Transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Fee Information

Application Fee 90

How to Apply

Complete an online application and pay the $90 non-refundable application fee.
Create your SHSU Self Service Center account and upload additional application materials.
See your program of study for specific submission deadlines.
Provide a transcript evaluation of your baccalaureate degree if it is conferred outside of the U.S.

This evaluation must be provided by a NACES accredited evaluator. SHSU only requires a summary report showing your degree converted into U.S. equivalents to verify that hours attended, and overall GPA meet admission standards.

NACES accredited evaluators include SDR in Houston and WES. Additional NACES evaluators can be found at www.naces.org/members.
Submit an English proficiency test score
- Students who completed undergraduate or previous degree coursework at a university where English was the language of instruction, and have a GPA of 2.5 or higher, may be eligible for a english proficiency waiver.

Master of Athletic Training at Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State University

United States of America, Huntsville