Application Deadline:

The MAT program only begins in summer semesters and all applications must be submitted by the deadline of Jan 15th. Check the FAQ for any questions related to the application.

Application and Candidate Selection Process:

The UH Graduate School Application and the UH ATCAS application will open on August 1st and close on January 15th

1. Completed University of Houston Graduate School application.

   • Submit official transcript from all prior institutions electronically to gradschool@uh.edu
     • A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is required with special emphasis on the grades in required courses (see required courses below).
   • International students only – Submit English language proficiency scores to UH graduate school

2. Complete ATCAS Application (CAATE offers needs based ATCAS fee waivers, check the fee waiver requirements)  

   • Completed MAT Program Acknowledgment Form

   • Official transcripts from all prior institutions attended.

     • A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is required with special emphasis on the grades in required courses (see required courses below).

   • Current resume

   • Statement of professional goals and interests

   • Two academic/professional letter s of recommendation

   • 50 observation hours documented on the UH MAT Observation Hour Form

Required Prerequisite Courses:

A grade of a “B” or higher in the Required courses is recommended

• General Biology (3 credit hours)
• Chemistry (3 credit hours)
• Physics (3 credit hours)
• Anatomy & Physiology 1 (or equivalent) (4 credit hours)
• Anatomy & Physiology 2 (or equivalent) (4 credit hours)
• Biomechanics (3 credit hours)
• Exercise Physiology (3 credit hours)
• Motor Learning (3 credit hours)
• Psychology (3 credit hours)
• Statistics (3 credit hours)
• Nutrition (3 credit hours)

MAT Program Prerequisite Course Evaluation Policy

ALL supporting materials, with the exception of official transcripts, should be uploaded through the UH online graduate school application or ATCAS online application.

A virtual interview will be required as a part of the application process.

Official transcript(s) should be submitted to: 

ATCAS

ATCAS – Guide for Sending Transcripts