Admission Requirements
The Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation sets its competitive admission average and this varies from year to year.
Your average will be calculated based on the five subject requirements.
This calculation will happen after you apply to UAlberta and submit your transcripts and documentation.
International Course Equivalencies
International Grade Conversions
For high school applicants, your average will be calculated based on the five (5) selected subjects related specifically to your program choice.
You can find more information on competitive admission averages and international grading conversions at International Grade Conversions.
*NOTE: You must submit your Transcript(s) and other official documentation before the stated deadline.
| Academic Course Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology |
Physics is mandatory |
| Bachelor of Kinesiology | |
| Bachelor of Arts in Recreation, Sport, and Tourism | |
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Bachelor of Kinesiology/Bachelor of Education *Specialization in Elementary Education |
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Bachelor of Kinesiology/Bachelor of Education *Specialization in Secondary Education |
Certificate Completion
Graduation from a post-secondary or high school program is mandatory for admission to the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation.
What to do before you apply:
- Find out what entrance awards and scholarships options are right for you
- Review application dates and deadlines
- Take a campus tour
Once you've been accepted:
- Activate your UAlberta email account
- Apply for housing
- Become familiar with Bear Tracks
- Register in classes
- Submit your (final) official transcripts
- Attend Student Orientation
The University of Alberta sets strict guidelines for international students. Regardless of a student's citizenship status or country of origin all students need an adequate level of English proficiency in order to be successful in their programs.
- March 1: Admission
- April 30: Guaranteed Housing
- June 15: Post-secondary transfer
- Including Official Transcripts and English Language Proficiency scores for final admission to the Fall Term
- August 1: High School applicants
| Tuition - Full-time undergraduate student | $31,895/year for a full course load | |
| Non-instructional fees - must pay | $1,668 CAD per semester | |
| Accommodations | $500 - $1,500 CAD per month (dependent on housing type: on-campus, residences, single occupancy or with roommates, or off-campus rentals. | |
| Food | $200 - $300 CAD per month (estimate based on regular groceries) | |
| Books & Supplies | $300 - $600 CAD per semester (estimates based on whether every course has required textbooks, or use of electronic textbooks, or used textbooks available at different costs) | |
| FREE Edmonton Public Transportation (U-Pass) is included in all students' tuition. Valid only within the dates of each academic semester. | ||