University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ยท 19,481 undergraduates
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Is it hard to get into USask?
What USask asks of an applicant from a high school in Ontario. Its own province's students apply with their own courses and, often, a different tuition rate.
Programs listed
23
23 publish an average or minimum
Lowest published average
70%
Bachelor of Arts, the school's own figure
Highest published average
87%
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, the school's own figure
Back for second year
85%
started in 2025
| Field | School says | First-year tuition | Graduates working | Co-op |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | Early admission: 89% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 87% | $12,269 | Not published | Yes |
| Business and commerce | Admission average: 80% | $10,110 | Not published | Yes |
| Nursing | Admission average: 70% (College of Arts and Science) | $8,449 | Not published | No |
| Health sciences and kinesiology | Early admission: 90% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admission: 86.4% | $8,446 | Not published | No |
| Life sciences | Admission average: 70%; minimum 70% in each of biology, chemistry, physics and math | $8,449 | Not published | Unknown |
| Math and physical sciences | Admission average: 70% | $8,449 | Not published | Yes |
| Social sciences | Admission average: 70% | $8,059 | Not published | Unknown |
| Education (teaching) | Early admission: 75% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 70% | $8,090 | Not published | No |
| Fine and performing arts | Admission average: 70% | $8,059 | Not published | Unknown |
Graduates working: two years after graduating.
What are the easiest programs to get into at USask?
The programs with the lowest bar in the school's own figures: its published minimum or range. A low bar is not an easy program; competitive programs can take students well above it.
Lowest bar
- 1Bachelor of ArtsThe school says admission average: 70%
- 2Bachelor of Arts and ScienceThe school says admission average: 70%
- 3Bachelor of EducationThe school says early admission: 75% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 70%
- 4Bachelor of Fine ArtsThe school says admission average: 70%
- 5Bachelor of MusicThe school says admission average: 70%, plus an audition
- 6Bachelor of Music (Music Education)The school says admission average: 70%, plus an audition
- 7Bachelor of ScienceThe school says admission average: 70%
- 8Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)The school says admission average: 70%; minimum 70% in each of biology, chemistry, physics and math
Highest bar
- 1Bachelor of Science in EngineeringThe school says early admission: 89% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 87%
- 2Bachelor of Science in KinesiologyThe school says early admission: 90% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admission: 86.4%
- 3Bachelor of Science Kinesiology/Bachelor of Education Combined ProgramThe school says early admission: 90% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 85.2%
- 4Bachelor of CommerceThe school says admission average: 80%
- 5Bachelor of Science in Dental HygieneThe school says minimum 75% average on the prerequisite courses; selection by academic average (60%) and interview (40%)
- 6Bachelor of ArtsThe school says admission average: 70%
- 7Bachelor of Arts and ScienceThe school says admission average: 70%
- 8Bachelor of EducationThe school says early admission: 75% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 70%
What average do you need for each USask program?
23 first-year programs you can apply to straight from Grade 12, grouped by field. Open one for its required courses, extra steps, cost and the same program elsewhere.
Engineeringevery university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in EngineeringSaskatoon | Early admission: 89% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 87% | Yes, optional | $12,269 |
Business and commerceevery university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of CommerceSaskatoon | Admission average: 80% | Yes, optional | $10,110 |
| Bachelor of Science in AgribusinessSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | School doesn't say | $8,670 |
| Bachelor of Science in Food Industry ManagementSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | School doesn't say | $8,670 |
Nursingevery university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing PrepSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% (College of Arts and Science) | No | $8,449 |
Health sciences and kinesiologyevery university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Dental HygieneSaskatoon | Minimum 75% average on the prerequisite courses; selection by academic average (60%) and interview (40%) | No | $51,866 |
| Bachelor of Science in Dental TherapySaskatoon | Minimum 70% average on the prerequisite courses (60% for mature students); selection points from admission average (20), online interview (10) and letters of support (10) | No | $32,691 |
| Bachelor of Science in Food and NutritionSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | School doesn't say | $8,670 |
| Bachelor of Science in KinesiologySaskatoon | Early admission: 90% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admission: 86.4% | No | $8,446 |
| Bachelor of Science Kinesiology/Bachelor of Education Combined ProgramSaskatoon | Early admission: 90% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 85.2% | No | $8,446 |
Life sciencesevery university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)Saskatoon | Admission average: 70%; minimum 70% in each of biology, chemistry, physics and math | School doesn't say | $8,449 |
| Bachelor of Science in AgricultureSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | School doesn't say | $8,670 |
| Bachelor of Science in Animal BioscienceSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | School doesn't say | $8,670 |
| Bachelor of Science in Renewable Resource ManagementSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | School doesn't say | $8,670 |
Math and physical sciencesevery university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of ScienceSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | Yes, optional | $8,449 |
Education (teaching)every university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of EducationSaskatoon | Early admission: 75% (apply and send documents by 1 December). Otherwise competitive ranking; expected target average based on 2026-27 admissions: 70% | No | $8,090 |
| Bachelor of Education: Indian Teacher Education Program (ITEP)Saskatoon | Admission average: 70% | No | $8,090 |
| Bachelor of Education: Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Program (SUNTEP)Saskatoon | Admission average: 70% | No | $8,090 |
Fine and performing artsevery university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Fine ArtsSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | School doesn't say | $8,059 |
| Bachelor of MusicSaskatoon | Admission average: 70%, plus an audition | School doesn't say | $8,059 |
| Bachelor of Music (Music Education)Saskatoon | Admission average: 70%, plus an audition | No | $8,059 |
General arts and science (major chosen later)every university, ranked
| Program | School says | Co-op | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts and ScienceSaskatoon | Admission average: 70% | Yes, optional, 5 work terms | $8,449 |
How much does USask cost?
First year, at this year's prices, for a student from Ontario. Each program's page adds up its own total.
Tuition, first year
$8,059 to $51,866
Depends on the program
Fees on top of tuition
$1,332
Compulsory student fees
Residence and meals
$12,100
First year, shared room, usual meal plan
Rent after first year
$780 a month
Half a two-bedroom in Saskatoon, CMHC Rental Market Survey, October 2025
Tuition over the years
First-year arts tuition for a student from the school's own province, as the school published it each year.
What is it like at USask?
The same whatever program you pick.
- Who gets a room
- Students coming straight from high school (graduated within the last year), under 25, with no previous post-secondary study, who apply for residence by 31 January for the fall/winter term
- Money just for your marks
- No automatic entrance scholarships published
- First-years who rate it good or excellent
- 77% (National Survey of Student Engagement)
- Finish their degree
- Not published
- Ways in without the usual marks
- University of Saskatchewan Transition Entrance Program (USTEP). For students whose high school grades do not represent their potential: instead of upgrading, they take regular first-year Arts and Science courses (at most 24 credit units a year, two of them preselected) with a mandatory weekly learning-community hour, peer mentors and dedicated advisors. Admissions assesses applicants automatically when their average falls below their first-choice program's threshold, or students can apply directly. After attempting 18 credit units with a cumulative weighted average of 58% or higher, students move into regular standing in Arts and Science. Who: Under 21 on the first day of classes, domestic student status (Canadian citizen or permanent resident, any province, so Ontario applicants qualify), admission average 60.00 to 69.99%.
- Special (Mature) Admission. For applicants who do not qualify for regular admission. There is no separate form: after a standard application, Admissions may invite a suitable candidate to send proof of age, a written request (college of choice, goals, ability to study at university), a resume and any other credentials. All direct-entry colleges consider it; it is competitive, may involve an interview and may limit first-year course load. Program prerequisites (for example 70% in pre-calculus, chemistry and physics for Engineering) still apply. Who: 21 or older on the first day of classes, entering first year, fewer than 18 university credit units; no residency limit stated.
- ISAP STEM Accelerator (Biology 90, Chemistry 90, Physics 90). Preparatory fall-term courses in biology, chemistry and physics, with developmental math coaching, for students who lack the Grade 12 science prerequisites or have been away from school. The 90-level courses "are accepted in lieu of 30-level pre-requisites for all USask Academic and Professional Programs" and can be taken alongside 100-level courses; completing all three earns a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) Accelerator Certificate. Admissions describes it as an alternative pathway for students who want Engineering but need high school sciences. Who: Indigenous (Metis, First Nations and Inuit) students: registration is prioritized for the Indigenous Student Achievement Pathways (ISAP) STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) learning community; the pages do not say whether other students may enrol.
- Designated seats for Indigenous students in Kinesiology. "There are five seats designated each year in the College of Kinesiology specifically for Indigenous students." Kinesiology admission is otherwise competitive (2026-27 admitted averages 86.4% or higher). The page does not say what average the designated seats require. Who: Indigenous applicants to the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, with Indigenous membership/citizenship verification through USask's deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin process.
What do USask graduates earn?
Statistics Canada does not publish pay by university, only by field for each province's graduates. Figures are for Saskatchewan bachelor's graduates, the class of 2022 two years after and the class of 2019 five years after, in 2024 dollars.
| Field | Two years after (class of 2022) | Five years after (class of 2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | $83,000 | $94,100 |
| Business and commerce | $64,800 | $83,700 |
| Nursing | $82,200 | $91,500 |
| Health sciences and kinesiology | $41,700 | $65,900 |
| Life sciences | $38,700 | $67,200 |
| Social sciences | $50,400 | $66,400 |
| Education (teaching) | $62,500 | $69,800 |
| Fine and performing arts | $45,900 | $41,100 |
What careers do USask programs lead to?
Two careers per field the school teaches, each with its pay, training and what the work is like.
- Civil EngineerRoads, bridges, water and buildings. A four-year degree, then a licence that lets you sign the drawings.$101kTypical pay4 to 8 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Mechanical EngineerMachines, engines, heating systems and factories. The biggest engineering discipline, with the widest choice of employers.$95kTypical pay4 to 8 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Accountant (CPA)The money behind every business. A degree, a national exam, and a designation that travels.$84kTypical pay6 to 7 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Financial AnalystRead the numbers behind a company or a deal and tell people what they mean. A degree, then years of exams.$90kTypical pay4 to 7 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- Registered NurseCare for patients in hospitals, clinics and homes. In demand everywhere in Canada.$90kTypical pay4 yearsTo qualifyVery highDemand
- Nurse PractitionerA nurse with a master's degree who can diagnose, order tests and prescribe. Two degrees, six figures, huge demand.$128kTypical pay8 to 9 yearsTo qualifyVery highDemand
- PhysiotherapistGet people moving again after injury, surgery and illness. A tough master's to get into, then steady work everywhere.$96kTypical pay6 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- KinesiologistMovement, exercise and rehab science. A popular 4-year degree that opens doors, often to more school.$67kTypical pay4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- BiologistStudy living things for a government, a university or a consulting firm. The degree is the easy part; the funding is the hard part.$83kTypical pay4 to 6 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
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Where these numbers come from
Checked 2026-10-18. Every figure is from the school's own pages or a government table; nothing is estimated.
- Residence: livewithus.usask.ca (opens in a new tab) (livewithus.usask.ca (opens in a new tab) ; admissions.usask.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Who gets a room: livewithus.usask.ca (opens in a new tab) (livewithus.usask.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Scholarships: admissions.usask.ca (opens in a new tab) (admissions.usask.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Fees: students.usask.ca (opens in a new tab) (admissions.usask.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Satisfaction: leadership.usask.ca (opens in a new tab) (listed on leadership.usask.ca (opens in a new tab))
- Rent: www150.statcan.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Pay by field: www150.statcan.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Bachelor of Arts: admissions.usask.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Bachelor of Arts and Science: admissions.usask.ca (opens in a new tab)
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