Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to complete all Prerequisites prior to submitting my application?
- Can I apply if my GPA is below the requirement?
- Do I really need to send in ALL transcripts?
- Do all of my observation hours with an Athletic Trainer need to be complete?
- Can the Athletic Trainer have dual credentials for my observation hours?
- What is the GVSU AT Supplemental Form?
- What Health Compliance Requirements
- What if my CPR course is after the application due date
Do I need to complete all Prerequisites prior to submitting my application?
No, you can be in the process of completing your prerequisites. The prerequisites and undergraduate degree must be completed before the first day of classes of the professional program. You would be a conditional admit, meaning you will be admitted as long as you finish the prerequisite requirements.
- All prerequisites must be equivalent to GVSU courses, if from another college or university.
- All prerequisites must be taken for letter grades.
- For each course, a grade of C or higher is required.
- The prerequisites and undergraduate degree must be completed before the first day of classes of the professional program.
Can I apply if my GPA is below the requirement?
Overall GPA will be recalculated for admittance each semester prior to the start of the MAT program. It is recommended you meet with your Athletic Training Faculty Academic Advisor to see if you will be able to achieve the requirement prior to the first day of classes of the professional program.
Do I really need to send in ALL transcripts?
Yes. ATCAS will look at what you typed in for your coursework and compare that against your transcript. Your application will not be verified until you complete this step. Please go to https://help.liaisonedu.com/ATCAS_Applicant_Help_Center/Filling_Out_Your_ATCAS_Application/Academic_History/3_Transcript_Entry to view how to make this request.
Do all of my observation hours with an Athletic Trainer need to be complete?
No. You can be in process of your hours just like your prerequisites coursework. You must have them completed prior to August 1. Reminder, they must be with a certified and licensed athletic trainer.
Can the Athletic Trainer have dual credentials for my observation hours?
Yes, the athletic trainer may have other credentials but when you are observing them, they need to be practicing (licensed and certified) as an athletic trainer. The hours have to be post-secondary school. Please see the Hour Verification Form to complete.
- BOC number lookup can be found by going to https://cert.bocatc.org/bocssa/f?p=CRTSSA:17800:2262456203935:::17800::
- License number lookup should be able to find on the state LARA (Department of License and Regulatory Affairs) governmental website. Michigan can be found at https://val.apps.lara.state.mi.us/License/Search
What is the GVSU AT Supplemental Form?
GVSU technology system and ATCAS have the ability to merge information from your ATCAS application. However, GVSU software is not able to pull all information. When you submit your ATCAS application, you will get an email from GVSU Admissions requesting the completion of a SLATE supplemental application for you to be able to complete your application for Graduate School at GVSU. ATCAS application is only for the GVSU MAT Program.
- Please note that if you have ever filled out an application to GVSU undergraduate or graduate program(s) you have paid the $30 fee and do not have to pay it again. GVSU is a one-time application fee institution.