University of Saskatchewan
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About us
At the heart of Saskatoon, on Treaty 6 territory and the homeland of the Métis, is the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
USask is one of the top research-intensive, medical doctoral universities in Canada, and is home to world-leading research in areas of global importance, such as water and food security and infectious diseases. Study and discovery is enhanced by our outstanding facilities, including the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, VIDO-InterVac, the Global Institute for Food Security, the Global Institute for Water Security and the Sylvia Fedoruk Canadian Centre for Nuclear Innovation.
Guided by our University Plan: The University the World Needs, we work together across disciplines and with our communities to find creative solutions to the most pressing global challenges. Our graduates, recognized for their strong work ethic, resourceful nature and determination, are leading change here at home and around the world.
Spaces on our main campus in Saskatoon support the interdisciplinary focus of our study and work, including the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre, an intercultural gathering place that helps integrate Indigenous culture on campus, and the Health Sciences Building, which incorporates eight health science fields in a practical, hands-on learning environment.
USask students come from around the world, and can become part of the USask family in communities throughout Saskatchewan, where we offer a range of programming, from introductory classes all the way through full degree programs in some disciplines.
USask offers over 150 different programs!
Direct entry colleges
The following colleges have programs available for first year students coming directly from high school:
- Agriculture and Bioresources
- Arts and Science
- Education
- Edwards School of Business
- Engineering
- Kinesiology
Non-direct entry colleges
These colleges require university credit prior to admission. Each program will have specific required university level courses that must be completed before you are admitted.
- Dentistry
- Law
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Pharmacy and Nutrition
- Veterinary Medicine
Direct programs
You can apply directly from high school to degree programs offered in Agriculture and Bioresources, Arts and Science, Education, Edwards School of Business, Engineering and Kinesiology. Note about admission averages: any amount displayed is reflective of a Saskatchewan high school student equivalent.
Requirements - College of Agriculture and Bioresources
1. Required grade 12 classes
- Senior Biology
- Senior Chemistry
- Senior Mathematics
Students can be admitted into this college with one subject deficiency that must be cleared before the second year of study.
2. Admission Averages
Applications are considered up until the deadline. Admission is offered on a ongoing basis until all seats are filled. (Except for Animal Bioscience)
Minimum admission average: 70%
Learn how we calculate your admission average.
Requirements - Agriculture and Bioresources - Agribusiness
1. Required grade 12 classes
- Senior Biology or Senior Chemistry or Senior Physics
- Senior Mathematics
Students can be admitted into this college with one subject deficiency that must be cleared before the second year of study.
2. Admission Averages
Applications are considered up until the deadline. Admission is offered on an ongoing basis until all seats are filled.
Minimum admission average: 70%
Requirements - Agriculture and Bioresources - Animal Bioscience
1. Required grade 12 classes
- Senior Biology
- Senior Chemistry
- Senior Mathematics
2. Admission Averages
Early admission: 80%
If you apply by the early admission deadline and have an average of 80% or higher, you will be eligible for early admission.
Regular admission: 75%
After the early admission deadline, we'll continue accepting applications until the final deadline. All applicants will be ranked by admission average and spaces will be offered to the top applicants. Based on last year's applicants, we expect to offer admission to students with an 75% average or above.
Requirements - College of Arts and Science
1. Required grade 12 classes
- Senior Mathematics
Students can be admitted into this college with a mathematics deficiency but are encouraged to consult the college upon admission to plan how to clear the deficiency.
The high school classes that are required for admission purposes are not always the same as the classes you will need to complete the degree program you choose.
For example, if you want to major in Chemistry, you will need high school Chemistry to take your first year university chemistry classes.
View recommended and required subjects
2. Admission Averages
Applications are considered up until the deadline. Admission is offered on an ongoing basis until all seats are filled.
Minimum admission average: 70%
Learn how we calculate your admission average. If you do not think you will meet the minimum admission average, you may be considered for the Transition Program or for special (mature) admission.
Requirements - College of Education
1. Required grade 12 classes
- Senior Biology or Senior Chemistry or Senior Physics or Senior Geology
- Senior History or Senior Social Studies
- Language other than English or a Fine/Performing Art
- Mathematics
Two deficiencies among above subjects are permitted but must be cleared prior to entering second year of study.
Transfer students (with 18 transferable credits) do not need to meet these pre-requisite requirements.
2. Admission Averages
Early admission: 80%
If you apply by the early admission deadline and have an average of 80% or higher, you will be eligible for early admission.
Regular admission: 70%
After the early admission deadline, we'll continue accepting applications until the final deadline. All applicants will be ranked by admission average and spaces will be offered to the top applicants. Based on last year's applicants, we expect to offer admission to students with an 70% average or above.
Requirements - Edwards School of Business
1. Required grade 12 classes
Mathematics
- Senior Mathematics
Pending approval, applicants may be admitted with a mathematics deficiency. If admitted, students must clear the deficiency before entering the second year of study.
2. Admission Averages
Applications are considered up until the deadline. Admission is offered on an ongoing basis until all seats are filled. Applicants who do not meet the admission average but otherwise qualify for admission may be placed on a waitlist.
Minimum admission average: 75%
At the discretion of the college, applicants who had been placed on a waitlist may be offered admission based on their place in the waitlist (determined by admission average).
Requirements - College of Engineering
1. Required grade 12 classes
- Senior Chemistry
- Senior Physics
- Senior Mathematics
Note: a minimum grade of 70% is required in each of these courses.
2. Admission Averages
Applications are considered up until the deadline. Admission is offered on an ongoing basis until all seats are filled. Applicants who do not meet the admission average but otherwise qualify for admission may be placed on a waitlist.
Minimum admission average: 75%
At the discretion of the college, applicants who had been placed on a waitlist may be offered admission based on their place in the waitlist (determined by admission average).
Requirements - College of Kinesiology
1. Required grade 12 classes
- Senior Biology
- Senior Chemistry or Senior Physics
- Senior Mathematics
2. Admission Averages
Early admission: 90%
If you apply by the early admission deadline and have an average of 90% or higher, you will be eligible for early admission.
Regular admission: 80%
After the early admission deadline, we'll continue accepting applications until the final deadline. All applicants will be ranked by admission average and spaces will be offered to the top applicants. Based on last year's applicants, we expect to offer admission to students with an 85% average or above.
Requirements - All Colleges - English Proficiency
If your first language is not English, you may have to prove proficiency in English before admission.
Here are the minimum scores for some of the common English Language tests:
IELTS (Academic)
International English Language Testing System
Overall Band Score: 6.5
With minimum individual scores of:
- Reading: 6
- Listening: 6
- Speaking: 6
- Writing: 6
TOEFL (institutional TOEFL not accepted)
Test of English as a Foreign Language
Internet Based:86
With minimum individual scores of
- Reading: 19
- Listening: 19
- Speaking: 19
- Writing: 19
See detailed requirements and scores.
If you do not meet these scores, you can also be admitted if you enrol in our Language preparation programs offered through the U of S Language Centre.
Tuition estimates
The following estimates reflect a typical amount you could expect to pay per year if you enroll in a full course load (the maximum number of courses allowed).
Direct entry colleges
College - (Canadian students) (International students)
Agriculture and Bioresources - ( $6,613 CAD )( $18,053 CAD )
Arts and Science - ( $6,755 CAD )( $18,441 CAD )
Education - ( $6,810 CAD )( $18,591 CAD )
Edwards School of Business - ( $7,775 CAD )( $21,226 CAD )
Engineering - ( $8,755 CAD )( $23,901 CAD )
Kinesiology - ( $6,672 CAD )( $18,215 CAD )
