3+2 Dual Degree Program
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Exercise Science
Master of Athletic Training
²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ and Nebraska Wesleyan University have partnered to offer a dual degree program in biology and athletic training.
Students will be able complete a bachelor’s and master’s degree in five years.
YU and NWU offer faith-based education anchored in service to others The 3+2 program
gives students an accredited pathway to complete their academic preparation and sit
for their national certification in athletic training. Students will have the opportunity
to get the full ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ ​experience for three years before seamlessly transitioning
to Nebraska Wesleyan's in Lincoln, Neb.
Benefits of the 3+2 Program
- ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ offers students the traditional York Experience for the first 3 years of their college career as they pursue a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in exercise science.
- Nebraska Wesleyan University is the only university in Nebraska to offer a Master in Athletic Training degree.
- Students have the opportunity to graduate with two degrees in 5 years: a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in exercise science and a Master of Athletic Training from Nebraska Wesleyan University.
- Criteria for admission for transfer students (or students seeking program admission at some point after admission as a freshman) will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Students in the 3+2 Program
​After the three years at York, students must meet these requirements:
- Complete the required curriculum as identified by ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ with respect to
the
student's specific major at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ with an overall cumulative average of 3.0 or
greater on a scale of 0.0-4.0. Furthermore, students must have at least a (2.0) grade in all
courses prerequisite to MAT. - Complete all current requirements established by NWU regarding criteria for Direct
Admission (Exhibit A) into the 3+2 program with YU and progression into the NWU MAT
program - Be in disciplinary good standing at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ.