Kinesiology at Acadia: Admission Average
Acadia University · Wolfville, NS
What average do you need for Kinesiology at Acadia?
Kinesiology at Acadia University typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It is the most competitive of the 9 Acadia programs we track.
Strong sports science and health pathway.
How competitive is it?
Of the 15 universities we track that offer it, none ask for a higher average and 6 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 85% up to 89% is inside it, and 81% up to 85% is a reach. Cut-offs move every year, so apply to a mix of schools.
Ontario applicants are assessed on their top six Grade 12 U/M courses, including the program's prerequisites. Work out yours with the Best 6 calculator.
Kinesiology at other universities
- University of Waterloo – high 80s
- McMaster University – high 80s
- Western University – high 80s
- University of Guelph – high 80s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 80s
- Brock University – high 80s
- University of Calgary – high 80s
- St. Francis Xavier University – high 80s
- University of Alberta – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Manitoba – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Saskatchewan – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Regina – mid-to-high 80s
- University of New Brunswick – mid-to-high 80s
- York University – high 70s-80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Biology
- Chemistry (recommended)
- One additional U/M course
First-year courses
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Biomechanics
- Psychology of Sport
- Exercise Science
These are typical for Kinesiology programs across Canada. About the Kinesiology degree
After a Kinesiology degree
Kinesiology usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Physiotherapist – $70,000 to $110,000
- Registered Nurse (RN) – $65,000 to $110,000
- Teacher – $50,000 to $105,000
- Kinesiology is the most common undergrad pathway to physiotherapy school - MPT programs typically require it.
- Playing sports in high school is genuinely relevant - it demonstrates the interest and physical literacy that admission panels value.
- McMaster Kinesiology is particularly well-regarded and has strong research connections.
Applying to Acadia
Acadia University in Wolfville is one of Canada's most respected primarily undergraduate universities. Nestled in Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley wine country, Acadia is known for small class sizes, strong school spirit, and academic programs that emphasise close student-faculty relationships. The JDUC residence and campus community are notably strong.
Acadia University is in Wolfville, NS, was founded in 1838 and has about 3,800 students. Domestic tuition is about $11,000 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application March 1.
- Acadia is one of the most community-oriented universities in Canada - the small size creates genuine belonging.
- Wolfville and the Annapolis Valley are extraordinarily beautiful - wine country, orchards, and coastline.
- Small class sizes mean real relationships with professors from first year.
Other Acadia programs
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Business Administration – high 80s
- Biology – high 80s
- Chemistry – high 80s
- Psychology – high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 70s
- Environmental & Sustainability Studies – high 80s
- Political Science – mid-to-high 80s
- Music – Audition-based