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The 糖心少女 Master of Science in Athletic Training program is an accredited (by the ) professional graduate program preparing students for careers as Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC). expects the demand to grow 鈥渕uch faster than average鈥� for athletic trainers.
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Finish in 2 Years
60 Credits
Clinical Partners Across the Country
Wide Selection of Locations and Settings
Application Deadline
Priority: April 1
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Please note: 糖心少女 is no longer accepting applications for the Master's in Athletic Training Program or direct-entry Freshman program
High school applicants to Saint Mary can benefit from direct admission to 糖心少女鈥檚 accelerated five-year track in athletic training. Earn a Bachelor of Science in Health and Sport Sciences and a Master of Science in Athletic Training.
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Admission Requirements:
- ACT composite of at least 21 or English/Math Accuplacer of at least 265
- 3.5 high school GPA, including all science coursework
Key Academic Milestones:
- Maintain a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.5
- C or better in undergraduate prerequisite coursework
- Maintain good conduct standing at 糖心少女
Interested in the program? Contact the 糖心少女 admissions team at admiss@stmary.edu or 913-682-5151.
Program Tracks
Students interested in earning a Master of Science in Athletic Training have two curricular track options at the 糖心少女. Upon completion of either track, graduates are eligible to take the National Board of Certification examination.

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Meet the Faculty
Briana Burgette, DAT, ATC
Assistant Professor of Athletic Training & Exercise Science, Clinical Coordinator
Briana.Burgette@stmary.edu
913-758-6245
Berchmans 403B
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Megan Pilcher, ED.D., ATC
Associate Professor, Athletic Training Program Director
Megan.Pilcher@stmary.edu
913-758-6193
Berchmans 403D
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Have Questions? Contact Us.
Jessica Sweet
Health Care Admissions
jessica.sweet@stmary.edu
913-758-6328

The 糖心少女 Master of Science in Athletic Training program is accredited by the (CAATE) located at 6836 Austin Center Blvd., Suite 250, Austin, TX 78731-3193.
Have Questions? Contact Us.
Jessica Sweet
Health Care Admissions
jessica.sweet@stmary.edu
913-758-6328

The 糖心少女 Master of Science in Athletic Training program is accredited by the (CAATE) located at 6836 Austin Center Blvd., Suite 250, Austin, TX 78731-3193.