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Motto: Deo et Patriae
Colours: Green, yellow and white
Mascot: Howler (the Huskie)
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) is a public research university in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, on Treaty 6 territory and the traditional homeland of the Metis.
It is Saskatchewan's medical-doctoral university and organises its teaching into colleges and schools rather than faculties, among them the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, the College of Arts and Science, the College of Engineering, the Edwards School of Business, the School of Environment and Sustainability and the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, which under the western Interprovincial Agreement serves British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the territories (residents of Alberta are not eligible to apply). The university reports 26,155 students from 130 countries, including more than 4,300 graduate students, more than 3,400 self-declared Indigenous students and more than 3,100 international students.
Research is concentrated in agriculture and food, water security, infectious disease and nuclear and synchrotron science, supported by facilities on or near campus that include the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization, the Global Institute for Food Security, the Global Institute for Water Security and the Sylvia Fedoruk Canadian Centre for Nuclear Innovation. Undergraduate study runs on a September-to-April Fall and Winter cycle with additional Spring and Summer terms, and direct-entry admission is available from high school into Agriculture and Bioresources, Arts and Science, Education, Edwards School of Business, Engineering and Kinesiology, while Nursing, Nutrition, Pharmacy, Law, Medicine and Veterinary Medicine are entered after prior university study.
Location & Contact
Below are University of Saskatchewan's address, location, and primary contact channels.
A snapshot of University of Saskatchewan's academic profile — enrolment, staffing, and recognition.
Academic Year: Three terms per academic year: Fall (September 1 - December 31), Winter (January 1 - April 30) and Spring/Summer (May 1 - August 31). Undergraduate full-load tuition estimates are quoted for the Fall and Winter terms.
Recognition: Ministry of Advanced Education of Saskatchewan
Admission Requirements: Direct entry from high school is available to Agriculture and Bioresources, Arts and Science, Education, Edwards School of Business, Engineering and Kinesiology; admission averages and required Grade 12 subjects vary by college and by province of study. Nursing, Nutrition, Pharmacy, Law, Medicine and Veterinary Medicine require prior university study. International applicants apply through the same undergraduate application, pay the $120 CAD application fee, meet the same college-specific academic requirements assessed against their own curriculum, and apply roughly two months earlier than domestic applicants (May 1 for a September start); a provincial attestation letter is required for most study permit applications. English proficiency for undergraduates can be shown with IELTS Academic 6.5 (minimum 6.0 per band), TOEFL iBT 86 with 19 per section (4.5 overall with 4.0 per section on the new scale for tests from 21 January 2026), Duolingo English Test 120 (minimum 100 per subscore), PTE Academic 63 (minimum 59 per skill), CAEL 70 (minimum 60 per skill) or Cambridge C1 Advanced 176, or through prior English-medium study such as three years of full-time English-medium secondary school or USask Language Centre Level 4. Graduate applicants need a four-year undergraduate degree (master's) or a master's degree (Ph.D.) in a relevant discipline with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% over the last two years of full-time study.
Total Students: 26,155
Academic Staff Range: 1,000-1,499
Campus Setting: Urban
Memberships & Networks
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University of the Arctic (UArctic)
Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
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Canadian University Press (CUP)
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Academic Structures
The academic units through which University of Saskatchewan delivers teaching are listed below.
Unit17 items
College of Agriculture and Bioresources
College of Arts and Science
College of Dentistry
College of Education
College of Engineering
College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
College of Kinesiology
College of Law
College of Medicine
College of Nursing
College of Pharmacy and Nutrition
Edwards School of Business
Graduate School of Public Policy
School of Environment and Sustainability
School of Public Health
School of Rehabilitation Science
Western College of Veterinary Medicine
Programs Offered
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International tuition:CAD 48,932/yearLocal tuition:CAD 10,110/yearStart:September, January and MayMin. GPA:80.00 / %
Direct entry from Saskatchewan high school is available. The Edwards School of Business requires Pre-Calculus 30 (recommended) or Foundations of Mathematics 30; applicants may be admitted with a mathematics deficiency, c...
International tuition:CAD 41,964/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,670/yearStart:September, January, May and JulyMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Direct entry from Saskatchewan high school is available. The College of Agriculture and Bioresources requires Biology 30, Chemistry 30 or Physics 30, plus Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30; applicants may...
International tuition:CAD 41,964/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,670/yearStart:January, May, July and SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Agricultural Biology admits directly from high school in Saskatchewan with Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30; the College of Agriculture and Bioresources allows one subject de...
International tuition:CAD 41,964/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,670/yearStart:January, May, July and SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Agricultural Economics admits directly from high school in Saskatchewan with Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30; the College of Agriculture and Bioresources allows one subject...
International tuition:CAD 41,964/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,670/yearStart:September, January, May and JulyMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Direct entry from Saskatchewan high school is available. The College of Agriculture and Bioresources requires Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30; applicants may be admitted wit...
International tuition:CAD 41,964/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,670/yearStart:September, May and JulyMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Direct entry from Saskatchewan high school is available. The College of Agriculture and Bioresources requires Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30. The college sets a minimum adm...
International tuition:CAD 41,964/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,670/yearStart:January, May, July and SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
University of Saskatchewan's own Animal Science admissions page states the direct-entry high-school requirements for Saskatchewan applicants: Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30...
International tuition:CAD 40,894/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,449/yearStart:September, January, May and JulyMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Direct entry from Saskatchewan high school is available. The College of Arts and Science recommends Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30, depending on whether the student enters this Anthropology program on t...
International tuition:CAD 40,894/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,449/yearStart:September, January, May and JulyMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Direct entry from Saskatchewan high school is available. The College of Arts and Science recommends Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30, depending on whether the student enters this Applied Computing program...
International tuition:CAD 40,894/yearLocal tuition:CAD 8,449/yearStart:September, January, May and JulyMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Direct entry from high school requires senior secondary mathematics and a minimum overall admission average of 70%, assessed against the applicant's own curriculum: Saskatchewan applicants need Foundations of Mathematics...
International tuition:CAD 1,635/creditLocal tuition:CAD 727/creditStart:SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Admission requires a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% in the last two years of study, a four-year degree (or equivalent) from a recognized college or university, and a GMAT score of at least 500 (waivable for...
International tuition:CAD 4,869/semesterLocal tuition:CAD 2,164/semesterStart:SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
The University of Saskatchewan's own Agricultural Economics graduate admissions page requires a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the p...
International tuition:CAD 4,279/semesterLocal tuition:CAD 1,902/semesterMin. GPA:70.00 / %
A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study is required, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask...
International tuition:CAD 4,869/semesterLocal tuition:CAD 2,164/semesterStart:September, January and MayMin. GPA:70.00 / %
The University of Saskatchewan's own Animal and Poultry Science graduate admissions page requires a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to t...
International tuition:CAD 4,279/semesterLocal tuition:CAD 1,902/semesterStart:SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in archaeology, anthropology, or a related discipline is required, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system...
Start:September, January and MayMin. GPA:70.00 / %
A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study is required for both the M.Sc. and M.Eng. routes, with a cumulative wei...
International tuition:CAD 4,279/semesterLocal tuition:CAD 1,902/semesterStart:September, January and MayMin. GPA:70.00 / %
A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study is required, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask...
Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences · 2 years · On-campus
Start:September, January and MayMin. GPA:70.00 / %
A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study is required for both the M.Sc. and M.Eng. routes, with a cumulative wei...
International tuition:CAD 713/creditLocal tuition:CAD 317/creditMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Applicants need a four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in a science-related discipline (a three-year first-cycle degree meeting Bologna Declaration criteria is also accepted), with a m...
International tuition:CAD 4,279/semesterLocal tuition:CAD 1,902/semesterMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Applicants need a four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, with a minimum cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (US...
International tuition:CAD 12,837/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,706/yearStart:September (Fall)Deadline:December 15 (domestic and international)Min. GPA:70.00 / %
Admission requires a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study, and a four-year honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. English proficienc...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Admission requires a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline, and a minimum cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (University of Saskatchewan grade-system equi...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearStart:September, January and MayMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Admission requires a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline, and a minimum cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (University of Saskatchewan grade-system equi...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearStart:September, January and MayMin. GPA:80.00 / %
Applicants require a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 80%...
Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences · 4 years · On-campus
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearStart:September, January and MayMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Applicants may enter through Non-Direct Entry, holding a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade sys...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearStart:SeptemberMin. GPA:75.00 / %
Applicants may enter through Non-Direct Entry, holding a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, with a cumulative weighted average...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearStart:September and JanuaryMin. GPA:75.00 / %
Applicants require a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 75% (USask grade system...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearStart:SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Applicants require a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two year...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Applicants may enter through Non-Direct Entry, holding a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade sys...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearStart:SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Applicants may enter through Non-Direct Entry, holding a master's degree, or equivalent, from a recognized university in a relevant academic discipline, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade sys...
International tuition:CAD 5,637/yearLocal tuition:CAD 5,637/yearStart:September, January and MayMin. GPA:80.00 / %
Applicants require a master's degree from a recognized university, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 80% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study. Approval from a faculty supervisor is...
International tuition:CAD 134,787/yearLocal tuition:CAD 44,928/yearStart:FallDeadline:November 15 (documents due December 1)Min. GPA:75.00 / %
Admission requires a cumulative weighted average of 75% over the two best academic years, plus a minimum overall average of 70% in 39 credit units of required pre-dentistry courses (Biology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry,...
Admission requires a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent), a master's degree from a recognized institution, and a minimum of five years of direct educational leadership experience....
Admission to the M.D. program combines academic and non-academic criteria, with the Applicant Information Document as the official source; DSAAP and Saskatchewan/rural connectedness scores are also considered. Applicants...
International tuition:CAD 73,618/yearLocal tuition:CAD 24,539/yearStart:FallDeadline:Mar 15, 2027Min. GPA:70.00 / %
Admission requires a minimum average of 70%, calculated as 60% prerequisite courses plus 40% cumulative average. Prerequisites (60 credit units, completed by April 30 of the admission year): Biology 6cu, General Chemistr...
Local tuition:CAD 355/creditStart:September and JanuaryMin. GPA:70.00 / %
The Accounting for Decision Making certificate is not open to international students. High-school applicants (with fewer than 18 transferable post-secondary credit units) need Grade 12 standing, Foundations of Mathematic...
Applicants must have completed the Intermediate Studio Art Certificate, or 42 credit units of 100- or 200-level ART courses including ART 110, ART 124, ART 125, and ART 141, plus 6 credit units chosen from ARTH 120, ARTH...
International tuition:CAD 3,865/creditLocal tuition:CAD 799/creditStart:September, January, May and July
Admission requirements depend on the applicant's educational background: the certificate is open to students entering directly from high school as well as current university or college students and graduates. The program...
International tuition:CAD 4,220/creditLocal tuition:CAD 872/creditStart:September, January, May and July
The certificate cannot be entered directly from high school; applicants must have prior post-secondary standing, with specific requirements depending on the applicant's educational background. The program requires 30 cre...
Local tuition:CAD 355/creditStart:January, May and SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
The Certificate in Business is not open to international students. High-school applicants (with fewer than 18 transferable post-secondary credit units) need Grade 12 standing (Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculu...
International tuition:CAD 3,865/creditLocal tuition:CAD 799/creditStart:September, January, May and July
Admission requirements depend on the applicant's educational background, with separate criteria for high school graduates and university or college students or graduates. The certificate requires 18 credit units, includi...
Applicants must complete Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30, and English Language Arts A30 or B30 with an average of at least 65%, plus one elective from the social sciences, natur...
International tuition:CAD 3,865/creditLocal tuition:CAD 799/creditStart:September, January, May and July
This program is open to any student admitted to the University of Saskatchewan; specific requirements otherwise depend on the applicant's educational background. The certificate requires 18 credit units, including LATN 4...
International tuition:CAD 4,744/creditLocal tuition:CAD 980/creditStart:September, January, May and July
Entry is competitive and based on a ranking determined by the applicant's average in CMPT 141.3 or 142.3, CMPT 145.3 or 146.3, and MATH 163.3 or 164.3, with applications due by May 1 each year. The certificate requires 2...
International tuition:CAD 3,865/creditLocal tuition:CAD 799/creditStart:September, January, May and July
The certificate is open to undergraduate students in any degree program at the University of Saskatchewan, or as a standalone program, with specific requirements depending on the applicant's educational background. It re...
Students are not required to apply for this diploma program. Undergraduate students enrolled in Year 3 of a Bachelor of Education program route will be given the opportunity to transfer into the Diploma in Educational St...
International tuition:CAD 4,244/creditLocal tuition:CAD 877/creditStart:January, May, July and SeptemberMin. GPA:70.00 / %
The University of Saskatchewan's own Kanawayihetaytan Askiy admissions page lists the Diploma in Indigenous Resource Management's Saskatchewan high-school entrance requirements as Biology 30 (or university-level equivale...
Students may enter the Diploma in Indigenous Lands Governance directly from high school, or by first completing the Kanawayihetaytan Askiy Certificate and laddering into the diploma.
Applicants require a four-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent (a three-year first-cycle undergraduate degree may also be considered), in a relevant academic discipline, with a minimum cumulative weighted average of...
Applicants must hold a Master's degree from a recognized university in Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Social Work, or another relevant graduate degree in the Human Services area, with a 70% average in coursework com...
Applicants require a four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university (a three-year first-cycle undergraduate degree meeting Bologna Declaration criteria may also be considered), with a minimum cu...
Applicants must hold a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, or have 5 years of professional experience in env...
Applicants require a four-year honours degree, or equivalent, relevant to hydrology, or 5 years of professional experience in hydrology or a related science, or 3 years of professional experience plus a 2-year diploma, w...
Applicants require a four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (USask g...
International tuition:CAD 1,423/creditLocal tuition:CAD 633/creditMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Applicants need a four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study. Required doc...
Applicants need a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) or equivalent degree from a recognized college or university, a cumulative weighted entrance average of at least 70% (USask grade system equivalent), and eligibili...
International tuition:CAD 1,635/creditLocal tuition:CAD 727/creditMin. GPA:70.00 / %
Applicants need a four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university, a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study, and two years of...
Open only to students registered in a Master's or Ph.D. program, with a cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study. Applicants submit transcripts, a letter...
A five-step guide to applying to University of Saskatchewan.
1
Research programmes at University of Saskatchewan
Use the programme finder to browse University of Saskatchewan's 221 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Review admissions criteria
Programme-level requirements at University of Saskatchewan typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
3
Gather supporting documents
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
4
Lodge your application
University of Saskatchewan processes applications through www.usask.ca. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Confirm receipt and track progress
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +1 (306) 966 4343. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about University of Saskatchewan
Quick reference for University of Saskatchewan: founding, control type, and recognition status.
In what year was University of Saskatchewan established?
University of Saskatchewan was founded in 1907 (approximately 119 years ago).
Where is University of Saskatchewan located?
University of Saskatchewan is located in Saskatoon, Canada.
Is University of Saskatchewan public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
What is the student enrolment at University of Saskatchewan?
Student enrolment at University of Saskatchewan is around 26,155.
What is University of Saskatchewan's ranking?
University of Saskatchewan holds rank QS 2027 #411 =.
How is University of Saskatchewan organised academically?
The institution comprises 17 academic units.
Is University of Saskatchewan officially recognised?
The institution holds recognition from Ministry of Advanced Education of Saskatchewan.
What is University of Saskatchewan's official website?
The institution's website is www.usask.ca.
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