Eastern Illinois University Students

msat direct admit partnership

Millikin University and Eastern Illinois University (EIU) have entered into a Direct Admit partnership that provides a seamless path to Millikin’s Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) Program for qualified EIU students. All EIU Direct Admission applicants who meet the following qualifications will have a guaranteed path to pursue a Millikin MSAT:

    • Have a cumulative 3.0 GPA at the time of application, by proof of transcript submission.
    • Have received (or be on track to complete by June 1) a baccalaureate degree from EIU.
    • Have completed the minimum number of prerequisite courses in the prescribed subject areas with a grade of C or better.
    • Have completed the online application for admission into the Millikin MSAT program.
    • Have submitted proof of 25 observation hours with a certified athletic trainer.
    • Have submitted proof of Current Emergency Cardiac Care certification through a Board of Certification (BOC)-approved program.

    The partnership is effective beginning with the 2027-2028 academic year.

    Application for Admission

  • Board of Certification

    Graduates of our program are well prepared for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination. Through a combination of didactic and practical learning experiences, students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for success on the BOC examination and success in their careers.

    The Millikin Difference

    Millikin University’s Master of Science in Athletic Training program stands at the forefront of preparing aspiring athletic trainers for success in the dynamic world of sports medicine. Our comprehensive graduate-level curriculum combines advanced coursework and hands-on clinical experience with cutting-edge research to equip students with the knowledge and skills to excel in athletic healthcare.

  • caate

    The Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

  • Exercise Science & Sport Pavilion

    The Exercise Science & Sport Pavilion is a central location for students to fully immerse themselves in academics through Performance Learning. The modernized space features a state-of-the-art athletic training room, an exercise physiology lab with equipment for research opportunities, and 2,000 square feet of rubberized gym flooring for strength and conditioning, return-to-play assessments, and training.