Kinesiology at URegina: Admission Average
University of Regina · Regina, SK
What average do you need for Kinesiology at URegina?
Kinesiology at University of Regina typically admits students with averages in the mid-to-high 80s, roughly 82–89%. It ranks #4 of 10 URegina programs by admission average.
Strong sports science and health promotion pathway.
How competitive is it?
Of the 15 universities we track that offer it, 9 ask for a higher average and 1 asks for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 82% up to 89% is inside it, and 78% up to 82% 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
- Acadia University – 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 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 URegina
The University of Regina is Saskatchewan's second university, located in the provincial capital. URegina is particularly known for strong programs in engineering, social work, journalism, and Indigenous studies. The First Nations University of Canada is federated with URegina, creating exceptional Indigenous programming. Regina's government and resource sector provides good co-op placement opportunities.
University of Regina is in Regina, SK, was founded in 1961 and has about 16,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $8,400 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application April 1.
- The First Nations University of Canada (FNUC) federated with URegina offers unique Indigenous programming not available elsewhere.
- Regina is the provincial capital - government co-op placements are a genuine advantage.
- Engineering programs have strong petroleum and resource sector connections given Saskatchewan's economy.
Other URegina programs
- Engineering (various) – high 80s
- Social Work (BSW) – mid-to-high 80s
- Journalism – mid-to-high 80s
- Business Administration – mid-to-high 80s
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Indigenous Studies – mid 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s