University of Saskatchewan

Website / www.usask.ca

Profile

The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) offers students the opportunity to pursue their academic goals in a welcoming, close-knit community with all the supports students need to succeed. From the wide variety of programming—over 100 areas of specialization—to the ability to work across disciplines, the U of S is a collaborative environment that encourages discovery, both personal and academic.

Although agriculture and bioresources remain an integral part of our campus, the U of S is also a leading medical-doctoral university. In keeping with the tradition of growth, the U of S offers the opportunity to study, research and learn in world-class facilities not often found on a university campus, including the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization and International
Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac) and the Canadian Light Source synchrotron. The Health Sciences project, currently underway, will bring together our life and animal sciences in an innovative interdisciplinary environment where students learn together as a team and are better prepared for their careers.

There are a wide variety of extra-curricular activities for students who want to round out their university experience. From the well-known Huskie athletic teams that compete in a number of inter-university sports to less formal clubs, there is something for everyone. Those with a more artistic inclination can write, take photos or edit the student newspaper, The Sheaf, or participate in the choruses, theatre productions and ensembles on campus. From Welcome Week activities through to the end of the year, there is always something going on at the U of S. Students also have access to the newly renovated Place Riel Student Centre which boasts a variety of food choices, computer store, health and counselling centre, and social space.

Although very much the province’s university, the U of S is proud to call Saskatoon home. The campus is located on the picturesque South Saskatchewan River in the heart of the city, surrounded by a vibrant arts and culture scene, and numerous options for outdoor activities. The welcoming nature of Saskatoon’s 220,000 citizens and dynamic growth of the city spills onto campus and reflects in the university’s own energy and progress.

Student fees

Canadian student fees 2011-12 *
Undergraduate tuition fees: $4,898 - $4,920
Graduate tuition fees: $2,206

International student fees 2011-12 *
Undergraduate tuition fees: $12,735 - $12,792
Graduate tuition fees: $2,206 - $3,308

* Source: Statistics Canada. Fees for programs in arts and humanities.

Note: In addition to tuition fees, universities generally charge fees for goods and services supplied to students. This includes areas such as student associations, sports and health. These additional fees vary widely per university and per student and can run from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars. Check with the university for details.

Student enrolment

2011 rounded preliminary fall enrolment *
Full-time (undergraduates): 13,560
Full-time (graduates): 2,420
Part-time (undergraduates): 3,410
Part-time (graduates): 490

* Source: University of Saskatchewan (includes St. Thomas More College)