I am having a tough time choosing between McMaster and Western for Kinesiology. I am doing the BSc degree and I have been accepted at both schools. I love both universities, I have been at both and I admire the campus and atmosphere.

I love close to McMaster, so I would want to do first-year residence, and then live the other 3 years at home. At Western, I would be doing first year residence and probably living off-campus for the remaining 3 years. I would like to know which school offers the better residence life. I know Western is notorious for their parties, and I have not heard so much from Mac in this aspect. I do want my time in residence to be a great experience, lots of parties, but I will do not want to let this affect my studies.

McMaster has offered me a $750 dollar scholarship, while Western has offered me a $1000 scholarship based on my grades.

I would not be doing varsity sports, but I am interested in getting involved with intermurals and sports in general, and I believe both universities have a lot to offer. The only thing about McMaster is that I would have to pay about $120 per school year to use the facilities, while I believe Western does not charge you.

And finally, I believe McMaster has a more science-based Kine program than Western. I do not know however, which is best. My plans for the future as of now are physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and teaching.

Also regarding finances, I hope to spend the least as possible for my undergraduate, and it seems like Western might be slightly more expensive, since I would be living in London for 4 years.


I tried to supply as much information as I could. I am not asking for you to make a decision for me, I only want some opinions on the two schools, and hoping for answers for some of my questions. This will make my choice a lot easier.

Thanks in advance.