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The Master of Science Degree
Entry-Level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program
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Prospective Student Information
About the Athletic Training Profession
About the University of Hawaii
Pre-Athletic Training Requirements
Professional Education Program Information
Contact the Program Director
The mission of the Entry-Level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program (EL-GATEP) is to prepare graduate students to become BOC Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC) and scholarly practitioners in the athletic training profession. For Freshmen, Transfer Students, or College Graduates who are interested in applying to the EL-GATEP, but do not meet the admission requirements or miss our admissions deadline, please see the Pre-Athletic Training Requirements. Applications are accepted every other year on an alternate year cohort basis in odd years only. Students begin as a cohort group in the Summer Session II and are formally admitted to the Graduate Division in the Fall Semester.
About the Athletic Training Profession
American Medical Association description of Athletic Training
Student Section of the National Athletic Trainers' Association
Difference between ATCs and Personal Trainers
About the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Founded in 1907, the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is the flagship campus of the University of Hawaiʻi System. UH Mānoa is located in lush Mānoa valley just outside downtown Honolulu on the island of Oʻahu. We invite you to visit the campus and experience the quality of our academic programs, the richness of our culture, the beauty of our environment, and the spirit of our students, faculty, and staff.
More about the University of Hawaii
The EL-GATEP at the University of Hawaii has been accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) since 2005 with
continuing accreditation until 2019-2020.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
Deadline for Applications: The Admissions Committee reviews applications received by February 15 for Priority Admission and applications received by April 1 for Regular Admission in odd years only. Early application is encouraged as the program fills quickly with qualified applicants on a first-come first-serve basis. Since the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of spaces available, admission is competitive. Meeting minimum admissions standard does not guarantee admission. Students begin as a cohort group in the Summer Session II and are formally admitted to the Graduate Division in the Fall Semester.
Application is a Two-Step Process:
Step 1: Apply to Graduate Admissions Office online. Indicate the Masters of Science in Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science, Entry-Level Athletic Training specialization. Submit official transcripts and GRE scores directly from institution (see address below). Print Graduate Application and include in EL-GATEP Application Packet.
Follow up with the Graduate Admissions Office to ensure they received:
MS in KRS Specialization Form Send to KRS Graduate Chair
Graduate Division application - Complete online: click here to apply
Original / Official Transcripts – sent directly from school to the UH Graduate Division (do NOT send to Program Director)
GRE scores – sent directly from testing service to the UH Graduate Division (do NOT send to Program Director)
Graduate Admissions Office
Spalding 354
2540 Maile Way
Honolulu, HI 96822
Tel: (808) 956-8544
Email: admissions@grad.hawaii.edu
Step 2: Send EL-GATEP Application Packet to Dr. Cleary at address below. Items needed for Complete EL-GATEP Application. Submit as a Packet IN THIS ORDER, single-sided, with no staples. Do NOT bind or use page protectors.
Memo addressed to Dr. Cleary of any missing information and when it will arrive
EL-GATEP application (MUST be typed!) with completed (or in-progress) pre-requisites
Confirmation of Graduate Admissions Application submission (print from website)
Copy of GRE scores – unofficial or printed from computer (send official scores directly to Graduate Admissions)
Copies of transcripts from all universities attended – unofficial or printed from computer (send official transcripts directly to Graduate Admissions)
A cover letter with professional goals and explanation of any outstanding circumstances. Should be addressed to the Admissions Committee.
A resume or CV detailing current credentials and clinical experience
Three letters of recommendation, at least one from supervising ATC, addressed to Admissions Committee
Signed Experience Voucher Form
~200 hours observation/volunteer experience required in traditional Athletic Training setting (high school, college/university). MUST be supervised by an ATC.
May be in progress at time of application, describe in plan for completion prior to beginning program in cover letter.
Signed Technical Standards for Admission Form
Complete EL-GATEP Application Packet must be received February 15 (Priority Admission) or April 1 (Regular Admission) in ODD YEARS ONLY to:
Michelle A. Cleary, PhD, ATC, Program Director
Entry-Level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program
Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences
University of Hawaii - Manoa
1337 Lower Campus Road PE/A 231
Honolulu, Hawaii 96822
For more information about the Entry-Level Graduate Athletic Training Education Program please contact:
Michelle A. Cleary, PhD, ATC
Program Director and Clinical Education Coordinator
Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science
University of Hawaii - Manoa1337 Lower Campus Road KP B-108
Honolulu, HI 96822
Phone: (808) 956-6040
Email: mcleary@hawaii.edu