Application Process

Thank you for your interest in the UTC Graduate Athletic Training Program (GATP)!

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis starting September 1^st each year. The GATP Admissions Committee will review verified applications as they are submitted between September 1 and April 15. Early applicants will receive priority consideration for admission.

All applications must be submitted using ATCAS by going to the following link: https://atcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login

What's required?

• Official transcripts from ALL colleges and universities that you have attended
• Three professional letters of recommendation
• A personal statement discussing why you are interested in athletic training
• A cover letter
• A resume or curriculum vitae
• Course descriptions for all pre-requisite coursework
• Short-answer responses to 5 prompts

Application Rubric and Review

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit all application materials as soon as possible. Cohort sizes range from 16-18 students.

Applicants will be ranked on the following criteria:

• Overall GPA (15%)
• Pre-requisite GPA (only those listed as “required”) (30%)
• Optional GRE scores (recommended for those with a Pre-Req GPA below 3.0)
• Letters of recommendation (15%)
• Completion of advanced sciences and/or “preferred” pre-requisites (10%)
• Writing quality (10%)
• Virtual Interview (10%)

Additional consideration will be given to students with any of the following backgrounds:

• Completion of a previous Master’s Degree
• Past military experience
• Work experience in an AT-related position
• Leadership roles held during undergraduate experience
• Research experience in AT or related field
• Participant in inter-collegiate athletics during undergrad

Application Review Process

• The GATP Admissions Committee, consisting of 4-6 current faculty and Preceptors will begin application review as applications are received.
• Qualified applicants will be asked to participate in a virtual interview with the GATP Admissions Committee
• Accepted candidates will be asked to reply within two weeks of their notification on whether they plan to enroll in the program. If a candidate does not reply, or declines the invitation, the position becomes vacant and the next candidate, in order of rank, will be notified.
• If there are more qualified applicants than openings, only the top applicants will be accepted. Candidates not accepted into the GATP will receive written notification via email by May 1^st.

International Application

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga welcomes international students. The requirements for international students are listed below. Please click HERE for the Office of International Student Services, and information on how to apply as an international applicant for all UTC programs.

Lora Cook is our ISS liaison, her information is listed below:

[email protected]
International Student Services
206 Race Hall, Dept 4755
615 McCallie Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37403

Once you understand the International Student requirements, you may start your application to the GATP by using Athletic Training Centralized Application Service by the following link: https://atcas.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/login

You will need the following documents in addition to your required ISS documents:

• Official transcripts from ALL colleges and universities that you have attended
• Three professional letters of recommendation
• A personal statement discussing why you are interested in athletic training
• A cover letter
• A resume or curriculum vitae
• Course descriptions for all pre-requisite coursework
• Short-answer responses to 5 prompts

Campus Visits

Eligible applicants are strongly encouraged to attend one of the two campus visits, one in the Fall semester, and one in the Spring. The visit is not required, but a good opportunity for applicants to see the campus and our facilities, and meet faculty, staff, and current students. The visit also gives the opportunity for faculty and current students to make a personal connection with prospective students.  Once an application has been received and meets our criteria, the applicant will be notified of the campus visit dates.