Tuition charges are based on the number of credit hours and the type of program for which the student is registered at the rates set forth on the University’s website https://www.hofstra.edu/bursar/tuition-fees.html Tuition charges do not change whether course instruction takes place in-person or online. All charges must be paid in full on the date established by the University for each semester. The only exception to this policy is for students enrolled in a payment plan. Any unpaid balances will be subject to late payment fees in accordance with the University’s policy. In addition, Accounts Receivable holds will be assessed on all students’ accounts with unpaid balances. The University reserves the right to withhold diplomas, certificates, transcripts, and other University services until all financial obligations have been satisfied. For current tuition and fee information go to https://www.hofstra.edu/bursar/tuition-fees.html#graduate
University Refund Policy
The University Refund Policy for Graduate Students can be found at https://www.hofstra.edu/bursar/tuition-fees.html#refund
Athletic Training Program Fees
There are specific fees associated with required MSAT course instruction and clinical experiences. The Athletic Training Program Fee Schedule provided below outlines these costs. Although many of the fees are currently provided by the MSAT program at no cost to the student, the availability of fee coverage is subject to change. Students will be notified in advance of the academic year if there is a change in MSAT program fees. Fees for services delivered by entities outside of the University (BOC, NYSED, etc.) are subject to change and may change at the start of the calendar year (midpoint of the academic year).
Cost for travel to Clinical Sites
Participation in the MSAT program requires students to travel to clinical education sites located outside of the Hofstra University campus. Students are responsible for funding travel to off campus clinical sites. The expense of travel to off campus clinical sites will vary depending on location. The fee schedule below DOES NOT INCLUDE these fees.
University Fees and Learning Material Costs
The fees noted below DO NOT INCLUDE costs associated with University tuition, university fees and course materials, such as textbooks or other required learning resources.
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| ITEM/APPLICATION | COST OVER 2 YEARS OF PROGRAM |
| NATA Student Membership, $85 Annually (Optional) | $170 (optional) |
| *ATrack Software Student Subscription (Lifetime Subscription//2+ years) | $0 or $90 |
| *Physio U/AT U Learning Application (2-year Subscription) | $0 or $169 |
| MSAT 200 Foundations of Athletic Training Course Fee | $150 |
| *MSAT Program Uniform Shirt | $0 or $35 minimum |
| *AT Student Instruments/Toolkit | $0 or $75 minimum |
| *CPR/AED & First Aid/BLS Certification Cards | $0 or $10 |
| *Student Liability Insurance Policy | $0 or $16 minimum |
| + Certified Background Check/ Fingerprinting Fees are established by the NYS Education Dept and are subject to change. Current costs can be found at Fingerprinting | New York State Education Department |
$0 or $101.75 |
| # BOC Examination for the Athletic Trainer (fees increased for non-NATA Student Members and students taking the exam outside of the US) | $365 |
| ^Total minimum costs | $515 - $1,181.75 |
*These fees are currently paid for by the MSAT program and are provided at no cost to the student. In the event the program can no longer cover these costs. Students will be notified in advance of the start of the academic year.
+ Certified Background checks may be required at specific secondary school clinical experience sites. Students will be informed in advance of the start of clinical experience if a background check/fingerprinting is required for their assigned clinical site. Students will have the opportunity to be placed at an alternative site, if they are unable to pay the background check/fingerprinting fees.
#BOC Certification Exam registration during the final semester of enrollment in the MSAT program is not required, but is recommended. Additional certifications in Emergency Response, Sports Nutrition, and/or Special Populations come with additional costs. Costs vary, based on certifying agency.
^ Costs subject to change. Costs presented are based on available information as of August 2023.