UTC ATEP
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer a Post-Certification/Post-Professional/Advanced Master's degree program?
UTC only offers an Entry Level Mater's Degree program.
For a listing of Post-Certification/Post Professional/Advanced Athletic Training Education Programs,
please visit the NATA Education Council's website.
Where can I find out more information about the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga?
The university's department of Planning Evaluation & Institutional Research has put together a very thorough collection of statistics as the university's factbook.
Where can I find more information about the program?
The program website, www.utc.edu/gatp is where you will find all of the information about the program. It contains the most current program information as well as important announcements during the admission period. We have also put together a 2 page information handout that you can download (Adobe pdf file).
When do you begin accepting applications for the program?
We begin accepting applications during the fall semester (courses start in July). Campus visits/interview weekends will be held in the late fall and early spring. Announcements will be posted on the webpage about campus visits.
When does the program start?
First year students are asked to report a couple of days before the start of the Summer AM III semester. This is traditionally the first week of July, immediatly after the July 4 holiday.
What are my chances of being accepted into the program?
Admission into the program is VERY competitive. Your chances of being accepted are much greater if you qualify for early admission. The majority of the positions are filled from applicants who qualify during this period. If positions remain, we begin reviewing regular admission applicants after March 10. However, we must have ALL of your application materials in order to be considered.
Are there any pre-requisite courses for your program?
Yes. They are listed on this page. Click the name of the course and you can see the specific content information that it will be evaluated on.
What expenses will I be responsible for?
Tuition, fees, on-campus parking, textbooks, ID fee, clinical and liability health requirements (criminal background check, needed immunization updates, student liability insurance).
How many students are accepted into the program each year?
Approximately 10-15
Is the program accredited?
Yes, the UTC ATEP is accredited by CAATE and is scheduled for a site visit for continual accreditation in the fall of 2008.
Are scholarships offered to Entry Level students?
Yes, scholarships are offered to students based on academic and clinical performance. You can apply for scholarships after the first full semester in the program. A limited number of partial graduate assistant positions are available to second year students as well.
Can I teach undergraduate courses as an adjunct instructor?
Due to the time demands placed on students in the ATEP, these requests are handled on an individual basis, with grades and clinical performance strongly considered.
Are there any extra commitments we must fulfill in addition to our class requirements?
Yes, students must attend meetings once a week alternating between orthopedic grand rounds, UTC in-services, and GATP meetings.
What is the weather in Chattanooga like?
January, the coldest month has average high of 49° and low of 30° (USA Today)
July, the warmest month has average high of 90° and low of 69° (USA Today)
Chattanooga Weather History from CityRating.com
Where is Chattanooga located?
Chattanooga is located in Southeastern Tennessee on the Northwest Georgia border. Driving distances to surrounding cities are: Atlanta, GA 100 miles, Birmingham, AL 140 miles, Knoxville, TN 100 miles, Nashville, TN 130 miles.
What time zone is Chattanooga located in?
Chattanooga is in the Eastern Time Zone.
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What apartments are available in Chattanooga?
Once you are accepted we will provide a listing of apartments and other information that are the most convenient. You can also check www.chattanoogaapartmentguide.com for a detailed listing.
How can I get in touch with current students in the GATP to ask them questions?
Go to the Current Students section of the webpage and click on their name to email them.
Rev : March 25, 2008 12:02 PM
