Health sciences and kinesiology: every university, ranked
Kinesiology (BSc in Kinesiology) at University of Calgary
BSc in Kinesiology (Bachelor of Science) · Faculty of Kinesiology · Calgary campus
What average do you need for UCalgary Kinesiology (BSc in Kinesiology)?
For an applicant from a high school in Ontario. UCalgary works out your average its own way; the finder does that for you.
Majors or options chosen later: Kinesiology, Exercise and Health Physiology, Motor and Psychosocial Aspects of Movement.
What courses do you need?
UCalgary's own list for Ontario high school applicants.
The school lists no specific courses for this program, or we could not read them: check its page (opens in a new tab).
How much does UCalgary Kinesiology (BSc in Kinesiology) cost?
For a student from Ontario (the out-of-province rate), at this year's prices.
- Tuition
- $7,400 first year, $29,600 in all
- Student fees
- $1,600 to $2,500 first year, $6,300 to $9,900 in all
- Rent after first year
- $34,300 in allHalf a two-bedroom in Calgary, $954 a month
What do health sciences and kinesiology graduates earn?
Statistics Canada publishes pay by field for each province's graduates, not by school. Figures are for Alberta bachelor's graduates, the class of 2022 two years after and the class of 2019 five years after, in 2024 dollars.
What careers does UCalgary Kinesiology (BSc in Kinesiology) lead to?
Careers people reach through this field, each with its pay, training and what the work is like.
- PhysiotherapistGet people moving again after injury, surgery and illness. A tough master's to get into, then steady work everywhere.$96kTypical pay6 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- KinesiologistMovement, exercise and rehab science. A popular 4-year degree that opens doors, often to more school.$67kTypical pay4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Occupational TherapistHelp people do the everyday things illness or injury took away: dressing, driving, working, living at home.$96kTypical pay6 yearsTo qualifyGoodDemand
- AcupuncturistA 3-year diploma, a national exam, and a practice you build one patient at a time. Most acupuncturists are self-employed and many work part time.$33kTypical pay2 to 4 yearsTo qualifyGoodDemand
- Addictions CounsellorHelp people get out from under drugs, alcohol and gambling. A 2-year diploma gets you in; the work is heavy and the pay is middling.$71kTypical pay2 to 5 yearsTo qualifyGoodDemand
- Allergist and ImmunologistThe doctor for allergies, asthma, hives and immune system problems. About 13 years of training, then office hours and very few emergencies.$311kTypical pay12 to 14 yearsTo qualifyGoodDemand
Where else can you study health sciences and kinesiology?
The same field at other universities, with what each says it takes.
| Program | School says | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Addictions CounsellingULethbridge, Alberta | General admission minimum: 65% average on five Grade 12 courses (no competitive average published) | $6,822 |
| Bachelor of Health and Physical Education: Athletic TherapyMRU, Alberta | Competitive average range for Fall 2027 applicants (two best Group A courses): 90 to 95% | $7,044 |
| Bachelor of Health and Physical Education: Ecotourism and Outdoor LeadershipMRU, Alberta | Competitive average range for Fall 2027 applicants (two best Group A courses): 65 to 75% | $7,044 |
| Indigenous HealthULethbridge, Alberta | General admission minimum: 65% average on five Grade 12 courses (no competitive average published) | $6,822 |
| Applied Health SciencesLaurier, Ontario | Mid 70s | $6,180 |
| Applied Human NutritionGuelph, Ontario | 75-80% | $6,213 |
| Baccalauréat ès sciences spécialisé en nutrition et diététiqueOttawa, Ontario | 73% minimum | $6,210 |
| Baccalauréat ès sciences spécialisé sciences de l'activité physique et Maîtrise ès sciences de la santé ErgothérapieOttawa, Ontario | 85% minimum | $6,210 |
If you don't get in
Routes the data shows: like programs that ask for less, and college programs with a transfer agreement into this one.
- Asks for less
- Kinesiology at UManitoba: A minimum average of 85% over ENG4U, MHF4U or MCV4U, one of SBI4U, SCH4U or SPH4U, and an academic 4U or 4M course, no less than 60% in each
- Kinesiology (Science) at Laurentian: A minimum overall average of 75% in the 6 best grade 12 U/M courses
- Kinesiology at Trent: Minimum 75% overall average; co-op stream minimum 80%
Where these numbers come from
- Admission average: discover.ucalgary.ca (opens in a new tab) (the Fall 2025 version,from an archived copy, 22 September 2025 (opens in a new tab))
- Courses: ucalgary.ca (opens in a new tab) (refused, 403)
- Tuition: discover.ucalgary.ca (opens in a new tab) (alis.alberta.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Residence: ucalgary.ca (opens in a new tab) (refused, 403)
- Pay by field: www150.statcan.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)
How every figure in this part of the site is sourced, and the check of every link.
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