The Master Of Athletic Training/Master Of Public Health dual degree program creates highly qualified health professionals with the competencies to succeed in a rapidly evolving health system. This program prepares students to enter a wide range of Athletic Training and Public Health positions such as population or clinical research, health administration leadership, and community health promotion.
| ACADEMIC PROGRAM INFORMATION | APPLICATION DEADLINE | APPLICATION |
|---|---|---|
| Dual Degree Master of Science in Athletic Training/ Master of Public Health |
Dual Degree Start term – Fall (August) 2025:
ATCAS (must be an AT student first before submitting dual degree application) ATCAS Summer 2025 Application: April 30, 2025 Dual Degree Application: August 1, 2025 |
Start Term – Fall (August) 2025: |
We recommend that all potential students attend an On-Campus or Virtual Graduate visit.
How to Apply
During your first semester in the AT program, apply to the Master of Public Health program using the dual degree AT/Public Health application.
- On the “Application Information” tab select: “I am a current student”
- Select your current program of study: “Athletic Training (MS) Program”
- Select the new dual degree program to which you are applying: “Public Health (MPH)”
- Select start term: “Fall 2025”
- Complete the rest of the application form and submit.
Application Steps & Program Prerequisites
Shenandoah operates on a rolling admissions process, which means that we start interviewing applicants as soon as we have a complete file. It may take up to 8 weeks for ATCAS to forward your file to us. Therefore, the sooner you submit your application and required paperwork, the better your chances of being interviewed and/or accepted.
- Full-time student status in good academic and professional standing in the Master of Science in Athletic Training program.
- Submission of the dual degree Master of Public Health (MPH) application which includes the following:
- Graduate Application Form (GMAT/GRE not required)
- Personal statement that describes the applicant’s education experience, and professional career objectives (1500 word maximum).
- Resume/C.V.
- Potential interview with the MPH Admissions Committee.
- Current MSAT students apply in first semester and need to be in good academic standing.
- Admitted students enroll in PH 501 in first semester.