Jonathan Harris

Entry-Level Master's Program

Hometown: Taftsville, VT
Undergraduate degree: Health Science/ Athletic Training
Research interest: Golf Swing Mechanics
Directed research: The effect of lower extremity mechanics on the quality of the golf swing
Plans after graduating: Work in a College setting

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there housing available for graduate students?

Yes. There are 30 on-campus "non-traditional" apartments available to graduate students as well as a number of off campus possibilities. You must apply for on-campus housing so contact the Plymouth State University Residential Life Office ASAP by e-mailing: reslife@plymouth.edu. Res Life staff can assist you with both on- and off-campus housing options. The Chamber of Commerce site for the town of Plymouth can also help you locate off-campus housing.

Are there graduate assistantships available?

• Assistantships for Entry Level students
  Graduate assistantships are not available in the entry-level program. Please note: the entry-level program is time intensive. Classes are scheduled in the mornings to allow for afternoon (sometimes nights and weekend) clinical practicum times. Clinical time is also influenced by the assigned team coverage, therefore there may be some night and weekend commitments depending upon the team and the season. There is not much additional time to allow for other work (see Sample Schedule for the Entry Level Master's Option) (PDF 20kb).
• Assistantships for Advanced Master's students
  There are three graduate assistantships available for certified athletic trainers in the Advanced Master's Program. Two individuals will be assigned to Plymouth State University team coverage. The other assistantship provides experience on the high school level at a Tilton School.

What are the expected tuition expenses?

Please view the Graduate tuition rates page for this information.

What else do I need to know?

E-mail College of Graduate Studies for more information.
Call us for more information at (603) 535-2636.

Resources for Athletic Training

National Athletic Training Association (NATA)
This link provides access to information concerning the professional membership organization for athletic trainers. Student members are welcomed!

New Hampshire Athletic Trainers' Association (NHATA)
This link provides access to information concerning the athletic training profession in the state of New Hampshire, including continuing education opportunities and student scholarship application.

Eastern Athletic Trainers' Association (EATA)
This link provides access to information concerning the athletic training profession in District 1 (New England) and District 2 (New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware). District continuing education, scholarship and grants opportunities are listed.

Board of Certification (BOC)
The BOC is the certifying agency for the profession of athletic training. This link provides information for attaining and maintaining professional certification as an athletic trainer within the United States.