Thank you for considering the University of Wisconsin-Madison for you Athletic Training professionl preparation.  We look forward to reviewing your materials and helping you become part of the Wisconsin’s Big Ten AT Program.  The Master’s degree in Athletic Training is a 24-month professional program that provides rigorous and comprehensive preparation for students seeking a health care career in athletic training.

Our program prepares leaders for the future of AT. We want you to become one of those leaders.

Please review the material carefully and do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions.

Best of luck in your academic pursuits. Come be a Badger and ON WISCONSIN!

~Dr. Hills-Meyer

Student will apply to the MSAT (Master of Science in AT) program and have their application for admission reviewed using the ATCAS system.

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a regionally accredited school of higher education by the start of the program
• Transcripts from each college, university, or technical college attended, showing work completed and in progress
• Observation of two Athletic Trainers (certified) in different clinical practice settings
• Minimum of three letters of recommendation
• A personal statement and writing sample as instructed in ATCAS
• A grade of “C” or better in all pre-requisite courses

• Complete all required sections and submit the ATCAS application.
  • Early admissions—Students wishing to be considered for early admission MUST complete the ATCAS application by December 1st. Admissions are reviewed as received and will roll until we fill our spots or April 1st. 
• Interview
  • Students meeting our holistic review criteria may be offered an interview with the admissions committee.
• Admission offers:
  • Students offered admission will be directed to apply to the UW-Madison Graduate School. 
    • Graduate school application fee waivers may be available to offset costs.
• Scholarships and book stipends are available.
• Please visit the UW-Madison Guide for additional program information.