Kinesiology at Laurier: Admission Average
Wilfrid Laurier University · Waterloo, ON
What average do you need for Kinesiology at Laurier?
Kinesiology at Wilfrid Laurier University typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It ranks #2 of 11 Laurier programs by admission average.
Strong sports science and rehabilitation 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
- 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 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 Laurier
What Kinesiology asks for besides your marks
- Applicant Background Summary (ABS) form (optional): due April 25, 2027. Optional but highly recommended extracurricular form in the Laurier applicant portal, submitted once for all programs. Official page
From Laurier's admissions pages, checked October 2026.
Wilfrid Laurier University shares the city of Waterloo with the University of Waterloo, which creates a unique dual-university ecosystem. Laurier is known for its Lazaridis School of Business, one of Ontario's more respected business programs, and for an excellent music program. The campus has a notably close-knit community feel and strong school spirit.
Wilfrid Laurier University is in Waterloo, ON, was founded in 1911 and has about 21,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $6,100 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: OUAC (Ontario) January 15.
- The Laurier/Waterloo Double Degree (BBA/BMath) is one of the most sought-after dual degrees in Canadian business - very competitive.
- Laurier's tight community feel is a genuine differentiator from larger schools - students consistently cite belonging as a strength.
- Being in Waterloo means co-op placements benefit from one of Canada's densest tech ecosystems.
Other Laurier programs
- Business Administration (BBA) – high 80s
- Business & Computing (BBA/CS) – high 80s-low 90s
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Financial Mathematics – high 80s
- Music – Audition-based
- Psychology – high 80s
- Social Work (BSW) – high 70s-80s
- Communication Studies – high 70s-80s
- Political Science – high 70s-80s
- Criminology – high 70s-80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 70s