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Our application cycle opens for 2026 on August 1, 2025 

All MSAT Students receive IN-STATE GRADUATE TUITION!

Students classified as Out-of-State students will be given a waiver and will pay In-State Tuition costs for all graduate level courses

Priority Application Deadline: November 1st, 2025
Regular Application Deadline: January 15th, 2026 

The Athletic Training program is a professional program offered in the Department of Kinesiology, leading to a Master of Science in Athletic Training degree (MSAT). 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 trainers work under the direction of a physician as prescribed by state licensure statutes. The MSAT program is a six semester clinical program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Admission into the program is competitive. The MSAT program ensures the highest quality of education by offering collective learning experiences that enable the student to successfully challenge the Board of Certification examination and pursue numerous career paths as a certified athletic trainer. Certified athletic trainers gain employment in a variety of settings including but not limited to: high school/college athletic programs, professional sport programs, outpatient physical therapy/sports medicine clinics, industrial/corporate settings, and the US military.

Academic Requirements for Master of Science in Athletic Training

The mission of the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) at Colorado Mesa University is to produce high-quality board-certified athletic trainers. The MSAT’s curriculum and hands-on clinical experiences emphasize a personalized approach to foster critical-thinking, patient-centered care, and evidence-based practice that enables graduates to excel in a variety of healthcare employment settings and to make positive impacts within our community.

Athletic Trainers have diverse career options, these include: 
  • High Schools, Colleges, and Universities: Providing on-site care for athletes in various sports, including prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation.
  • Professional and Olympic Sports: Working with professional athletes in various leagues (NFL, NBA, MLB, etc.) or with Olympic teams.
  • Physician Practices: Assisting physicians with patient care, including injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation plans. 
  • Industrial and Corporate Settings: Developing and implementing injury prevention programs, providing on-site care, and addressing workplace safety concerns for employees. 
  • Military: Working with military personnel to address injuries, promote fitness, and optimize performance. 
  • Performing Arts: Providing specialized care for dancers, musicians, and actors, addressing injuries related to their specific activities 
  • Public Safety:
    Supporting first responders (police, firefighters, etc.) with injury prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation. 
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Questions about the program?

Please reach out to us at [email protected] and we would be more than happy to answer any and all questions! 

Accreditation

The Colorado Mesa University Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The program earned a 5-year initial accreditation in February 2021 and holds the accreditation status of Active-in good standing. The MSAT will be reviewed for continuing accreditation by the CAATE during the 2025-2026 academic year.

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For questions regarding the accreditation status, please contact us or the CAATE.