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Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of Saskatchewan
BFA Honours (Bachelor of Fine Arts) · College of Arts and Science · Saskatoon campus
What average do you need for USask Bachelor of Fine Arts?
For an applicant from a high school in Ontario. USask works out your average its own way; the finder does that for you.
Majors or options chosen later: Drama: Acting, Drama: Design, Studio Art.
What courses do you need?
USask's own list for Ontario high school applicants.
- One of
- MDM4U Mathematics of Data Management
- MHF4U Advanced Functions
Is there a supplementary application?
Extra steps beyond marks, with the school's deadlines. Miss a required one and the application is not considered.
- Required? Ask the school
- Portfolio review appointment with the Department of Art and Art History (Studio Art BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) Honours, for direct entry)
How much does USask Bachelor of Fine Arts cost?
For a student from Ontario (the out-of-province rate), at this year's prices.
- Tuition
- $8,100 first year, $32,200 in all
- Student fees
- $1,300 first year, $5,300 in all
- Residence and meals
- $12,100 first yearFirst year
- Rent after first year
- $28,100 in allHalf a two-bedroom in Saskatoon, $780 a month
What do fine and performing arts graduates earn?
Statistics Canada publishes pay by field for each province's graduates, not by school. 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.
What careers does USask Bachelor of Fine Arts lead to?
Careers people reach through this field, each with its pay, training and what the work is like.
- Graphic DesignerLogos, websites, packaging, apps. A portfolio matters more than a diploma.$65kTypical pay2 to 4 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- MusicianPlay or sing for money. Almost everyone does it by stacking gigs, teaching and session work together.$33kTypical pay2 to 10 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- ActorFilm, TV (television), theatre, voice and commercials. Good money per day of work, and most people do not get many days.$50kTypical payup to 4 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- AnimatorYou make drawings and models move, frame by frame, for films, series and games.$65kTypical pay2 to 4 yearsTo qualifyLimitedDemand
- ArchivistDecide what records survive and make them findable. Quiet work with long consequences.$82kTypical pay6 to 8 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
- AuthorYou write books and long pieces for a living, usually alongside other writing work that pays the bills.$77kTypical payup to 4 yearsTo qualifyModerateDemand
Where else can you study fine and performing arts?
The same field at other universities, with what each says it takes.
| Program | School says | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Art History and Curatorial StudiesURegina, Saskatchewan | 65% average required (ENG4U plus three approved 4U/4M courses) | $8,888 |
| Creative TechnologiesURegina, Saskatchewan | 65% average required (ENG4U plus three approved 4U/4M courses) | $8,888 |
| Acting for the TheatreConcordia, Quebec | High school: C+ (Ontario 67 to 69% on Concordia's scale) | $12,986 |
| AdvertisingOCAD U, Ontario | Minimum overall average of 70% | $8,082 |
| Applied ArtsUNB, New Brunswick | Minimum admission average 65%; meeting it does not guarantee admission | $9,189 |
| ArtULethbridge, Alberta | General admission minimum: 65% average on five Grade 12 courses (no competitive average published) | $6,822 |
| Art dramatiqueMoncton, New Brunswick | Minimum average of 70% over the five admission courses (French at least 65%, the others at least 60%); meeting it does not guarantee a place in a limited program | $8,601 |
| Art Education: Visual ArtsConcordia, Quebec | High school: C+ (Ontario 67 to 69% on Concordia's scale) | $12,986 |
If you don't get in
Routes the data shows: like programs that ask for less, and college programs with a transfer agreement into this one.
- Asks for less
- Bachelor of Fine Arts at Brandon: Ontario high school graduation with a minimum 60% average on six Grade 12 U or M courses including English (ENG4U)
Where these numbers come from
- Admission average: admissions.usask.ca (opens in a new tab)
- Tuition: students.usask.ca (opens in a new tab) (admissions.usask.ca (opens in a new tab))
- 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))
- Pay by field: www150.statcan.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)
How every figure in this part of the site is sourced, and the check of every link.
Careerhelp is not affiliated with University of Saskatchewan. Requirements and averages change every year: check the school's page before you apply.