Marietta's Sports Medicine program puts students on track for success in graduate school.
The Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine major is a pre-athletic training major, and it includes all of the prerequisite classes that students must complete prior to beginning Marietta's Master of Athletic Training Program. These courses include biology, chemistry, physics, communication, psychology, and sports medicine. Unlike most undergraduate programs, Marietta's Sports Medicine majors gain experience studying human anatomy in our human cadaver lab. This program helps students gain the foundational knowledge needed to succeed at the graduate level.
Students interested in becoming athletic trainers have options at Marietta. Our Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine degree has two different tracks, the 3+2 and the 4+2.
The three years of undergraduate study plus two years of graduate study (3+2) track allows students to take the major courses and the general education requirements in three years, then apply to the Master of Athletic Training Program. Once accepted, credits from the Master of Athletic Training program will be used to complete the remaining credits required for the Bachelor of Science degree. Students completing this track will earn a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine degree and a Master of Athletic Training degree at the end of their five years of study.
Students wanting to do the four years of undergraduate study plus two years of graduate study (4+2) track will complete the major courses and a secondary concentration and general education requirements in four years. Varsity athletes who want to use all four years of eligibility must choose the 4+2 track.
"I chose Marietta College because of the ability to do the 3+2 program. I was already comfortable with the faculty, making it easy to continue my education here."
Lauren Redfern ’22/MAT’23
The mission of the Sports Medicine Department is to challenge learners to be critical thinkers and advocates for the healthcare professions. The program aims to equip students with foundational knowledge in science and health-related fields as well as prepare them to be directed, life-long learners.
What You'll Learn in the Sports Medicine Program.
The Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine major is intended for those students wanting to enter the Master of Athletic Training Program at Marietta College. Students who decide not to continue into the master's degree can complete and graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine degree. Students who are interested in other healthcare professions such as physical therapy, physician assistant, or other professions should look into another science-related major such as Health Science, Biology, or Chemistry.
FAQs
- Can Sports Medicine majors study abroad and still graduate on time?
Yes! Every major at Marietta can have an Education Abroad experience at some point during their undergraduate education.
- Do Sports Medicine majors provide care to student-athletes and athletic teams?
Sports Medicine majors observe and learn from our professional staff and graduate Athletic Training students in clinical situations but do not provide direct treatment to athletes.