Program Overview

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Master of Science in Athletic Training

Overview

The Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program at the University of Indianapolis provides students with skills and experience to prevent, evaluate, and diagnose injury in a variety of patients, including athletes, tactical athletes, industrial workers, and beyond. This comprehensive program integrates didactic and clinical experiences to prepare students to practice as athletic trainers.

Advantages

• 3+2 option allows the completion of a UIndy undergraduate degree in 3 years, followed by the 2-year MSAT program for a total of 5 years from start to finish
• Located just minutes from downtown Indianapolis, with convenient access to various clinical sites, diverse patient populations, Indianapolis medical systems, and professional opportunities
• UIndy's medical-based program connects students with a vast healthcare industry network that far exceeds traditional athletic models
• The UIndy Health Pavilion is on-campus for interprofessional exchange and leading-edge technology in a contemporary and collaborative space
• Personal attention from skilled faculty members in the classroom and in clinical athletic training
• Five clinical rotation semesters with different preceptors (or clinical instructors) and small student-to-preceptor ratios
• Networking and continued education opportunities through professional membership organizations

Mission

The mission of the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program (MSAT) at the University of Indianapolis is to develop qualified healthcare professionals in the field of athletic training. Through rigorous and comprehensive didactic and clinical education encompassing the Domains of Athletic Training, the MSAT strives to stimulate critical thinking and application of athletic training knowledge and clinical skills.

Potential Careers in Athletic Training

Athletic trainers practice in a variety of professional settings, including:

• High schools
• Colleges
• Physician offices
• Sports performance and rehabilitation clinics
• Professional sports teams
• Military
• Hospitals
• Public safety
• Performing arts
• Industrial

Program Length & Format

The program consists of 65 credit hours, completed over 2 years (6 semesters, including summers). Coursework involves a combination of classroom learning and clinical experiences.

Curriculum

See MSAT curriculum

Clinical Experience

At UIndy, we know it's essential for students to get practical experience early and often in their education. With five clinical rotation semesters built into the curriculum, including three full-time clinical placements, students put core classroom concepts into action.

Certification

Graduates from the athletic training program are eligible to earn national certification by passing the Board of Certification exam. Students can expect to graduate well-prepared for this exam. The MSAT program since conception (2019) has had a first-time pass rate of 97%.

Admission Requirements

View the admission requirements and application process.

Tuition & Aid

View Graduate Tuition Rate Financial Aid for Graduate Students The Office of Financial Aid is available to help students explore their financial aid options.

About the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program

Athletic trainers work with physicians to provide prevention, clinical diagnosis, emergency treatment, therapeutic care, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses. They also prescribe exercise programs or make diet recommendations for better performance and nutrition. In the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program at UIndy, students learn advanced, hands-on clinical skills at a rapid rate and integrate those skills in multiple clinical placements.

Top-Notch Education in Vibrant Sports Mecca

UIndy is situated near multiple collegiate and professional sports teams and world-renowned sporting events, adding all the prestige and opportunity students desire in an athletic training program. In small classes and clinical settings, faculty work right alongside students, providing personal guidance for mastering the prevention, clinical diagnosis, and treatment of injuries and illnesses.

Student Story

Kinsey Lengerich Athletic Training

Through athletic training, I was able to work with different athletic teams at many different sites, ranging from middle school to the college setting. Last fall, I worked with the Ben Davis High School football team. It was a great learning experience, and I was able to grow the skills that I learned in the classroom.

Important Dates

• MSAT Application Opens: July 1, 2025
• Priority Application Deadline: November 15, 2025
• Interview Day: December 5, 2025
• Final Application Deadline: May 15, 2026
• Classes Begin: June 1, 2026