M.S. in Athletic Training Program Expenses
While a majority of the costs for equipment, lab supplies, and learning materials are covered through student tuition and fees, there are additional costs that are the financial obligation of the students enrolled in NSU's Athletic Training Program (ATP). A summary of those costs appears below; however, this list is neither exhaustive nor exclusive to all student financial obligations.
MSAT Program Costs
Tuition and Fees* for Academic Year 2019-2020:
| Item | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $27,880 | Annual |
| NSU Student Service Fee | $1,500 | Annual ($500 per semester) |
| HPD General Access Fee | $145 | Annual |
| Clothing/Uniforms | $100 | Annual |
| Textbooks | $900 | Annual ($300 per semester) |
| NATA Membership | $80 | Annual (two years required) |
| Transportation | Based on clinical experience placement | Annual |
*Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice per the Board of Trustees. Approximate tuition and fees total $30,605 per year. The Master of Science in Athletic Training is a two-year program.
Upon acceptance, accepted students are required to pay an acceptance and preregistration fee of $1,000. This fee is required to reserve the accepted applicant’s place in the entering first-year class but is not refundable in the event of a withdrawal. It is payable within two weeks of an applicant’s acceptance or by April 15, whichever comes first. The first semester’s tuition and fees, less the $1,000 previously paid, are due on or before registration day. Tuition for each subsequent semester is due on or before the appropriate registration day.
Other Anticipated Costs
| Item | Year 1 Amount | Year 2 Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Insurance | $2199 | $2199 | Annual (Available as through NSU) |
| EMT National Registry Exam | $80 | X | One-Time |
| Background Check | $75 | X | One-Time |
| Drug Test | $45 | X | One-Time |
| Physical Exam | $30 | X | One-Time (based on insurance co-pay) |
| Immunizations | $50 | X | One-Time (based on insurance co-pay) |
Scholarships
The NSU MSAT encourages students to apply to a variety of scholarships through the NATA, SEATA, and ATAF. Several of our NSU AT Students have successfully earned these scholarships:
NATA Research & Education Foundation
2018 - Angel Stone
2019 - Ramon Ramirez
ATAF Legacy Scholarship
2017 - Zoe Greim
2018 - Kristen Sanchez-Breton
2019 - Ramon Ramirez
Links to these scholarships may be found here at www.natafoundation.org and www.ataf.org.
Tuition, Fees and Financial Aid
The Office of Student Financial Assistance is dedicated to helping you navigate the steps in the student financial aid process. To apply for financial aid from federal and state sources, including student employment, follow the steps below. Please remember: Many scholarships require you to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as well.