Kinesiology at USask: Admission Average
University of Saskatchewan · Saskatoon, SK
What average do you need for Kinesiology at USask?
Kinesiology at University of Saskatchewan typically admits students with averages in the mid-to-high 80s, roughly 82–89%. It ranks #11 of 14 USask programs by admission average.
Strong sports science and physiotherapy 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 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 USask
What Kinesiology asks for besides your marks
- Kinesiology has its own application deadline: due February 15, 2027. Engineering, Kinesiology (Exercise and Sport Studies) and Education. Early admission deadline is Dec. 1, 2026. Official page
From USask's admissions pages, checked October 2026.
The University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon is the Prairie provinces' most comprehensive research university alongside U of A. USask is home to the Canadian Light Source synchrotron - the most powerful scientific facility in Canada - and has world-leading programs in agriculture, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, and Indigenous studies. Saskatoon is an affordable, growing city with a genuine tech and biotech economy emerging.
University of Saskatchewan is in Saskatoon, SK, was founded in 1907 and has about 26,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $8,100 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application Varies by college: February 15, May 1 or July 15.
- The Canadian Light Source synchrotron on campus is a genuinely world-class research facility - available to undergrads in certain programs.
- USask's agricultural and veterinary programs are among the best in the world, not just Canada.
- Saskatoon is a growing city with a lower cost of living than most Canadian university cities.
Other USask programs
- Medicine (MD) – high 90s + MCAT + interview
- Veterinary Medicine (DVM) – high 90s + experience
- Pharmacy (PharmD) – high 80s-low 90s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s
- Agricultural Sciences – mid-to-high 80s
- Animal Biosciences – high 80s
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Electrical Engineering – high 80s
- Geological Engineering – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering – high 80s
- Business (Edwards School) – high 80s
- Law (JD) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Indigenous Studies – mid-to-high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s