USASK

INTERNATIONAL VIEWBOOK 2022–2023  synchrotron research  Winter on campus

 Annual Indigenous Graduation Celebration  campus  Annual Saskatoon Pride Parade The university THE WORLD NEEDS

The University of (USask) is one an education that will equip you to tackle some of ’s most historic and distinguished of the greatest global challenges of our era. You universities with an established legacy of will be prepared for inspiring careers and for excellence in research and education worldwide. fulfilling lives as engaged global citizens.

USask has been breaking new ground in research Whether you decide to live on- or off-campus, as since 1907, leading innovation in areas of global part of our USask family—the Huskies—you’ll importance such as agriculture, water and join our diverse, lively, welcoming community food security, infectious diseases and medical of students from Canada and all around the technology through collaborative, creative, world. You will make many new friends by joining interdisciplinary approaches. our student clubs and attending a wide array At USask, you will be supported by our energetic of on‑campus activities, including using our faculty and staff to be what the world needs with recreation facilities for physical activity. Come join us in building the future.

25,900+ students in Ranked 17 colleges and schools TOP 5 Located on 3,400+ self-declared in Canada in the study of: Treaty 6 Territory Indigenous students ■ Water resources and the Homeland ■ Materials science graduate students of the Métis 4,400+ and engineering 3,100+ international students ■ Public administration from 131 countries ■ Agricultural science

■ Chemical engineering 163,000+ alumni worldwide ■ Energy science and Ranked among the engineering ■ Environmental science TOP 100 and engineering universities globally for contributions to the ■ Veterinary science United Nations Sustainable Member of the (2021 ARWU Global Ranking of Development Goals Academic Subjects) group of top (2021 Times Higher Education U15 World Impact Ranking) Canadian research universities beautiful SASKATOON

The University of Saskatchewan’s historic main campus is recognized as one of the most beautiful in the country, and our city is known as a hidden gem by those who visit and come to call it home.

Our campus is found at the heart of the vibrant city of Saskatoon, which has a growing population of more than 270,000 people.

Saskatoon is a welcoming city for newcomers and offers many opportunities to experience Canadian culture. We also celebrate cultures from around the world.

As the largest city in the province of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon offers the amenities of a large urban centre, along with the friendliness and accessibility of a smaller city.

Here, you can have a true Canadian experience in a city that is safe, affordable and student‑friendly.

PHOTOS: TOURISM SASKATOON

Average commute # # One of Canada's Good to excellent less than 1818 onon the the New New York York Times Times list list sunniest air quality 20 ofof '52 '52 Places Places to Goto Goin 2018' in 2018' cities across the province minutes SASKATCHEWAN advantages

The benefits of living and studying in Canada are well-known, but there are additional advantages to choosing the province of Saskatchewan as your study destination.

HEALTH CARE GRADUATE RETENTION PROGRAM Free Saskatchewan government health insurance is The Graduate Retention Program provides Saskatchewan available for full-time students with a valid study permit. income tax credits of up to $20,000 over seven years for As a full-time undergraduate or graduate student, you tuition fees paid by graduates of approved post-secondary also have access to extended health and dental benefits programs who live in Saskatchewan. To be eligible, you provided through your student association. must live and file an income tax return in Saskatchewan.

SASKATCHEWAN IMMIGRANT NOMINEE COST OF LIVING PROGRAM Housing costs in Saskatchewan’s cities and communities, Through the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee including Saskatoon, are lower than in most major cities Program, the province invites residency applications in Canada. The costs of transportation are also low. If you from non‑Canadians who want to make Saskatchewan choose to live off-campus, you can take advantage of the their home. Successful applicants will be nominated to reasonably priced unlimited transit pass included in your the federal government, so they can gain permanent student fees. residency in Canada. For more information, visit saskatchewan.ca/immigration. QUALITY OF LIFE Achieving balance between one’s work, family and CAREER OPPORTUNITIES social life is a part of Saskatchewan culture. There Called the breadbasket of Canada, Saskatchewan offers is always something for residents to do here, from lots of career opportunities that range from agriculture visiting the world-class Remai Modern art gallery to to mining, as well as finance, insurance, real estate dining at our award-winning restaurants. Festivals like and a rapidly growing tech industry, among many WinterShines, Jazz Fest and the Fringe Theatre Festival others. The province’s unemployment rate is among are special opportunities to experience the best of our the lowest in the country, with averages just between province’s and city’s culture. 4 and 6 per cent since the 1970s. The average family income in the province is over $90,000 per year.

PHOTOS: TOURISM SASKATOON

 Remai Modern art museum  Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink  Nutrien Tower at River Landing Undergraduate programs

AGRICULTURE AND ARTS AND SCIENCE BIORESOURCES BACHELOR OF ARTS ■ Environmental Geoscience BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ■ Archaeology and Anthropology ■ Food Science AGRIBUSINESS ■ Art History ■ Geology BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ■ Business Economics ■ Geophysics AGRICULTURE ■ Classical, Medieval and Renaissance ■ Hydrology

■ Agricultural Biology Studies ■ Mathematical Physics

■ Agricultural Economics ■ Drama ■ Mathematics

■ Agronomy ■ Economics ■ Palaeobiology

■ Animal Science ■ English ■ Physics

■ Applied Plant Ecology ■ French ■ Psychology

■ Crop Science ■ History ■ Statistics

■ Environmental Science ■ Indigenous Studies ■ Toxicology

■ ■ Food and Bioproduct Sciences International Studies BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ■ Horticultural Science ■ Linguistics (BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE)

■ ■ Soil Science Modern Languages ■ Biochemistry, Microbiology and ■ Music BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ANIMAL Immunology BIOSCIENCE ■ Philosophy ■ Biomedical Foundations ■ Political Studies ■ Biomedical Neuroscience BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN RENEWABLE RESOURCE ■ Psychology ■ Cellular, Physiological and MANAGEMENT ■ Regional and Urban Planning Pharmacological Sciences

■ ■ ■ Resource Economics and Policy Religion and Culture Interdisciplinary Biomedical

■ Sciences ■ Resource Science Sociology ■ Studio Art DIPLOMAS ■ Women’s and Gender Studies ■ Agribusiness ST. THOMAS MORE

■ Agronomy BACHELOR OF ARTS AND SCIENCE COLLEGE ■ Environment and Society St. Thomas More College (STM) ■ Health Studies EDUCATION is a Catholic liberal arts college BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS federated with USask and located

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION ■ Drama on the Saskatoon campus. STM offers the following unique Arts and ■ Early/Middle Years ■ Studio Art Science programs: ■ Secondary BACHELOR OF MUSIC BACHELOR OF ARTS ■ Language Teacher Education ■ Philosophy ■ Sequential Music BACHELOR OF MUSIC – MUSIC EDUCATION ■ Religion and Culture ■ Technical Vocational BACHELOR OF SCIENCE COMBINED BACHELOR OF SCIENCE CERTIFICATES AND MINORS IN KINESIOLOGY/BACHELOR OF ■ Applied Computing ■ Catholic Studies (certificate) EDUCATIONEdw ■ Applied Mathematics ■ Critical Perspectives on ■ Archaeology Social Justice and the Common

■ Biology Good (minor)

■ ■ Chemistry Jewish and Christian Origins (certificate) ■ Computer Science ■ Ukrainian Studies (minor) ■ Environmental Biology EDWARDS SCHOOL BUSINESS ENGINEERING

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING

■ Accounting ■ Chemical Engineering

■ Finance ■ Civil Engineering

■ Human Resources ■ Computer Engineering

■ ■ Management Electrical Engineering ■ Engineering Physics ■ Marketing ■ Environmental Engineering ■ Supply Chain Managementool of ■ Geological Engineering KINESIOLOGY ■ Mechanical Engineering USask offers many renowned co-op and internship BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN KINESIOLOGY programs to help you gain “on-the-job” experience: ■ Exercise and Sport Studies ■ Computer Science Professional Internship Program ■ Engineering Co-op Internship Program COMBINED BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN KINESIOLOGY/ ■ Edwards School of Business Co-operative BACHELOR OF EDUCATION Education Program ■ Economics Internship Program ■ English Career Internship ■ Hydrology Co-operative Education Option

The following programs require previous post-secondary study:

DENTISTRY NURSING DOCTOR OF DENTAL MEDICINE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING ■ Bachelor of Science in Dentistry ■ International Dental Degree Program PHARMACY AND NUTRITION LAW BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NUTRITION DOCTOR OF PHARMACY JURIS DOCTOR JURIS DOCTOR AND BACHELOR OF ARTS COMBINED VETERINARY MEDICINE DEGREE DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE JURIS DOCTOR AND BACHELOR OF COMMERCE COMBINED DEGREE JURIS DOCTOR AND MASTER OF BUSINESS Only Canadian citizens and permanent ADMINISTRATION COMBINED DEGREE residents can apply to the following program: MEDICINE DOCTOR OF MEDICINE

700+ students per year join USask’s Student One in two USask undergraduate Undergraduate Research students have a hands-on, course-based Experience (SURE) connector research experience where they learn to create and training program. and share new knowledge. Steps to apply

1. FIND A PROGRAM 5. CHECK YOUR APPLICATION Explore programs, admission requirements STATUS and deadlines at ADMISSIONS.USASK.CA. Log in to monitor your application status at APPLY.USASK.CA. 2. START AN APPLICATION Check when supplemental items have been Ready to apply? Create an account at received or whether additional items are APPLY.USASK.CA and fill out the online needed, and see when a decision has been application for admission. If you have any made on your application. questions about the application, contact us and we will be happy to help! 6. ACCEPT YOUR OFFER OF ADMISSION 3. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION If you receive an offer of admission, accept AND APPLICATION FEE your offer online to officially become a USask Be mindful of application deadlines. Submit student. your application early to take advantage of Visit the New Students page at benefits like early admission and access to STUDENTS.USASK.CA/NEW for helpful scholarships. information about student life at USask.

Contact the USask International Student 4. SUBMIT YOUR DOCUMENTS and Study Abroad Centre (ISSAC) to receive support with your transition into student As soon as possible after applying, upload a life in Canada and connect with other copy of your most up-to-date report card or international students. transcript and other required documents.

WELCOME TO USASK!

 Convocation at Merlis Belsher Place  USask Language Centre  Online learning Important dates 2021

Fall Applications open for 2022–2023

Early Residence applications open for the 2022-2023 Fall and Winter Nov Terms

Nov Deadline to apply for joint admission to a degree program and the 15 English for Academic Purposes program for the 2022 Winter Term

Deadline to apply for early admission to the 2022 Fall Term for: Dec 1 n Education n Kinesiology Deadline to apply for admission to be eligible to apply for the Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships

Dec 15 Deadline to apply for Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships

2022 Deadline to apply for regular admission to: Feb n Education n Kinesiology 15 Deadline to apply for admission to be eligible to apply for: n Competitive Entrance Awards n International Canadian Curriculum Schools Award n Council of International Schools (CIS) Awards n Maple Leaf International School Award Deadline to apply for admission to be considered automatically for: n International Excellence Awards n International Baccalaureate Excellence Awards

Deadline to apply for: March 1 n Competitive Entrance Awards n Maple Leaf International School Awards n International Canadian Curriculum Schools Awards n Council of International Schools (CIS) Awards

March Deadline to apply for joint admission to a degree program and the 15 English for Academic Purposes program for the 2022 Spring Term

May Deadline to apply for admission to: 1 n Agriculture and Bioresources n Arts and Science n Edwards School of Business n Engineering

Early Room selection process begins in Residence May

July Deadline to apply for joint admission to a degree program and the 15 English for Academic Purposes program for the 2022 Fall Term Undergraduate tuition and student fees

Tuition for most undergraduate programs at the University of Saskatchewan is calculated by adding up the cost of individual classes you select and register for each year.

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).

Agriculture and Bioresources $20,631 CAD

Arts $20,130 CAD Arts and Science Science $21,078 CAD

ESTIMATED TUITION FOR Education $21,249 CAD INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Edwards School of Business $ 24,090 CAD

Engineering $27,312 CAD

Kinesiology $20,817 CAD

Tuition estimates for international students registered in a full course load in 2021 Fall Term and 2022 Winter Term (September-April) are represented. International undergraduate tuition rates are assessed at 3.0 times the rate for Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Student fees are used to fund specific student benefits offered as part of your university education. These include fees to support athletics and recreation programs, student services, health and dental plans, your students’ union and the U-Pass Universal Transit Pass that allows you unlimited travel during the school year with Saskatoon Transit.

The amount you will pay depends on if you are taking classes full-time or part-time, and if you are on campus, remote or not. This estimate reflects a typical amount a full‑time, on‑campus student could expect to pay if enrolled in the fall and winter terms.

ESTIMATED STUDENT FEES $988.24 CAD

 Unlimited transit pass  Huskies hockey at Merlis Belsher Place Scholarships At the University of Saskatchewan, we want to recognize your academic achievements and personal accomplishments. When you apply for admission, you will be considered automatically for a variety of scholarships based on academic achievement:

Apply for INTERNATIONAL EXCELLENCE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE admission by AWARDS EXCELLENCE AWARDS February 15 $10,000 $20,000

GUARANTEED ENTRANCE UNIVERSITY BRIDGING AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS All applicants $1,500 considered $500-$3,000 Students applying for joint admission who automatically Awarded automatically to entering are placed in Level 4 – University Bridging students based on admission average will be considered automatically

You can also apply for competitive scholarships and bursaries. These are awarded based on academics, leadership and your contributions to your school or community:

BEST AND BRIGHTEST ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

Edwards Undergraduate College of Agriculture and Apply for Bioresources Renewable admission by Scholarships Entrance Scholarships December 1 $24,000 $12,000

Scholarship applications due December 15

COMPETITIVE ENTRANCE MAPLE LEAF INTERNATIONAL AWARDS SCHOOL AWARD $500-$32,000 $15,000 Scholarship applications due March 1 Scholarship applications due March 1 Apply for admission by February 15 INTERNATIONAL CANADIAN COUNCIL OF INTERNATIONAL CURRICULUM SCHOOLS AWARDS SCHOOLS (CIS) AWARDS $15,000 $15,000 Scholarship applications due March 1 Scholarship applications due March 1

All entering students with $13 million 85%+ admission average in scholarships, bursaries and awards receive at least one scholarship Undergraduate admission requirements GRADUATION FROM HIGH SCHOOL OR SECONDARY-LEVEL STANDING You can apply for early admission in the year you will graduate.

ADMISSION AVERAGE An admission average is calculated to determine whether you meet the minimum admission average requirement for programs with rolling admission or to determine your place in the ranking for programs with competitive ranking-based admission.

High school (secondary school) students or graduates An admission average is calculated using marks for five acceptable senior secondary-level subjects. ■ ONE mathematics ■ ONE first-language literature and composition ■ THREE other acceptable subjects: * Maximum of TWO natural sciences * Maximum of TWO social sciences or humanities * Maximum of ONE fine or performing art Post-secondary transfer students Please consult admissions.usask.ca for more information about applying to transfer to the University of Saskatchewan. REQUIRED SUBJECTS DEGREE OR DIPLOMA REQUIRED GRADE 12 SENIOR-LEVEL SUBJECTS

■ Bachelor of Science in Animal ■ Biology No deficiencies are allowed. Bioscience ■ Chemistry ■ Mathematics

■ Bachelor of Science in Agriculture ■ Biology Applicants may be admitted with one AGRICULTURE AND ■ Bachelor of Science in Renewable ■ Chemistry subject deficiency that must be cleared BIORESOURCES Resource Management ■ Mathematics before the second year of study. ■ Diploma in Agronomy

■ Bachelor of Science in ■ Biology or Chemistry or Agribusiness Physics ■ Diploma in Agribusiness ■ Mathematics

■ Bachelor of Arts ■ Mathematics Applicants may be admitted with ■ Bachelor of Arts and Science a mathematics deficiency but are ■ Bachelor of Fine Arts encouraged to consult with the college upon admission to plan how to clear the ■ Bachelor of Music deficiency. ■ Bachelor of Music – Music Education ARTS AND SCIENCE ■ Bachelor of Science

■ Bachelor of Science (Biomedical ■ Biology A minimum grade of 70% is required Science) ■ Chemistry in each of these courses. (International ■ Mathematics grades will be converted.) Deficiencies are not allowed in the Biomedical Science program.

■ Bachelor of Education ■ Biology or Chemistry or An applicant is permitted to be Physics or Geology deficient in up to two of these subject ■ History or Social Studies or areas. If admitted, students must clear Native Studies any deficiencies before entering the ■ Language (other than second year of study. EDUCATION English) or Fine or Performing Art ■ Mathematics

■ Combined Bachelor of Science ■ Biology Deficiencies are not allowed in the in Kinesiology/Bachelor of ■ Chemistry or Physics combined program. Education ■ Mathematics

■ Bachelor of Commerce ■ Mathematics Applicants may be admitted with a EDWARDS SCHOOL OF mathematics deficiency. If admitted, students must clear the deficiency BUSINESS before entering the second year of study.

■ Bachelor of Science in ■ Chemistry A minimum grade of 70% is required ENGINEERING Engineering ■ Physics in each of these courses. (International ■ Pre-Calculus Mathematics grades will be converted.)

■ Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology ■ Biology No deficiencies are allowed. KINESIOLOGY ■ Chemistry or Physics ■ Mathematics ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY Applicants whose first language is not English must present proof of English language proficiency.

COMMON TERMS AND QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM SCORE REQUIRED

IELTS ACADEMIC* 6.5 overall band score with minimum individual scores of: International English Language Testing System Reading: 6 | Listening: 6 | Speaking: 6 | Writing: 6

TOEFL (INTERNET BASED)* 86 with minimum individual scores of: Test of English as a Foreign Language Reading: 19 | Listening: 19 | Speaking: 19 | Writing: 19

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) 5 English A1 or A2 Higher Level or English B Higher Level Completion of the IB Diploma Programme also meets the English language proficiency requirement for admission.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) 4 English

COMPLETION OF HIGH SCHOOL (SECONDARY) OR Years of full-time study in an approved English-medium POST-SECONDARY STUDIES IN ENGLISH secondary program If study occurred more than five years ago, additional proof of English language proficiency may ■ At least 3 years of full-time study including Grades 10, 11, and 12, as be required. well as successful completion of Grade 12 English Language Arts A30 and B30 (or equivalents) Students from overseas schools offering a Canadian education system curriculum in English require a minimum grade of 65% on their Grade 12 English course(s)

■ At least 2.5 years of full-time study including Grades 11 and 12, as well as successful completion of Grade 12 English Language Arts A30 and B30 (or equivalents) with minimum final grades of 70%

■ At least 2 years of full-time study including Grades 11 and 12, as well as successful completion of Grade 12 English Language Arts A30 and B30 (or equivalents) with minimum final grades of 80% Years of full-time study in a recognized post-secondary institution where English is the official language of instruction and examination*

■ Successful completion of at least one year of full-time study in a degree program

■ Successful completion of a minimum two-year diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada

■ Successful completion of a minimum three-year diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution outside of Canada * The institution must declare English to be the only language of instruction and examination throughout the institution, not just in select departments.

UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN LANGUAGE CENTRE Successful completion of the highest level of English for Academic Purposes at the University of Saskatchewan Language Centre

*All scores must be from one exam date, not to be combined with other exam dates. Tests are valid for two years after the testing date. Scores must be valid (no more than two years old) at the beginning of the student's first term of registration in the undergraduate program.

If you are academically qualified for admission but do not meet the university’s English language proficiency requirement, you can qualify for joint admission by enrolling in the University of Saskatchewan Language Centre for English language study.

Joint admission Do you need to improve your English before starting your degree program? We offer joint admission to the English for Academic Purposes program at the University of Saskatchewan Language Centre and undergraduate programs in any of our six direct-entry colleges:

■ AGRICULTURE AND BIORESOURCES ■ EDUCATION ■ ENGINEERING ■ ARTS AND SCIENCE ■ EDWARDS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ■ KINESIOLOGY English for Academic Purposes The University of Saskatchewan Language Centre’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program is designed for student success. You will develop language, cultural and academic skills that will give you an ADVANTAGE in your university studies, your career and your life.

The program has four levels. Each level is designed to build on existing skills and teach new language specifically to help you prepare for university.

ACADEMIC ADVANTAGE

The upper levels of the English for Academic Purposes program are designed to give you an academic advantage when you begin your university degree. This program is about more than learning English. It will prepare you linguistically, academically and culturally to succeed.

LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4

UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY INTRO INTERMEDIATE PREPARATION BRIDGING

UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION ENGLISH ACADEMIC ADVANTAGE DEGREE

UNIVERSITY PREPARATION In University Preparation, you will learn key language skills important for any university student:

■ Reading: Learn how to read and understand ■ Writing: Learn how to write essays and exams academic articles ■ Speaking: Learn how to deliver effective ■ Listening: Learn how to listen to lectures and take presentations notes efficiently UNIVERSITY BRIDGING In the final level of the English for Academic Purposes program, you will continue to develop your language skills through English classes while you apply those skills in a real university class that can be used for credit toward your University of Saskatchewan degree.

ARTS AND SCIENCE OR EDWARDS SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND AGRICULTURE AND BUSINESS EDUCATION BIORESOURCES 6 credit units toward your 6 credit units toward your 3-credit-unit electives may be degree: degree: eligible toward some degrees

3 credit units for your ESL class 3 credit units for your ESL class + + 3-credit-unit university class 3-credit-unit university class

Example university classes: Example university classes: Anthropology 111.3 Commerce 101.3 Sociology 112.3 Sociology 112.3 University class offerings may vary

Our University Bridging level offers you the best possible introduction to university. Here are some of the advantages of University Bridging:

1. You will have continual support 2. The lectures, textbooks and 3. You can experience one university from your University Bridging assignments from your university class while mastering important instructor, who attends your class are the basis of your English academic English skills. university class with you. class instruction.

“University Bridging reaches out a hand to guide you through the challenges of starting university and reveal the student you can become.” L. KROL, M.Ed. UNIVERSITY BRIDGING COORDINATOR AND INSTRUCTOR PROGRAM DELIVERY

FACE-TO-FACE The University of Saskatchewan Language Centre hosts students from countries around the world who attend classes at our campus in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.

ONLINE We have designed the English for Academic Purposes program for the online learning environment using state‑of‑the-art learning software.

Classes are offered online at specific times each day so you can learn together with your instructor and classmates. You can complete assignments and access learning resources outside of class to continue your learning independently with your teacher’s support.

PROGRAM FEATURES

STUDENT EXPERIENCE CONNECTED TUTORIALS TEAM Join your teacher and classmates in Our team is available to support scheduled tutorials each week to you when you need it. Our continue your learning and build Student Advisor will help you with connections. questions about studies and life at the university. EVENTS Socialize and engage with LEARNING RESOURCES interesting people in our community, participate in Friday You can access a library of Student Lounges with students additional resources to guide and in all levels and join community support your learning, to learn outreach programs to learn about both online and in-person. Canadian culture, campus and city events. INTAKES AND DEADLINES

There are three terms and three intakes to the English for Academic Purposes program each year. Each term is 13 weeks long, and each level can be completed in one 13-week term.

WINTER TERM SPRING TERM FALL TERM (January to April) (May to August) (September to December) Apply by November 15, 2021 Apply by March 15, 2022 Apply by July 15, 2022

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

IELTS TOEFL OTHER LEVEL 1 INTRO 4.5 (minimum 4.0 in 60 (minimum 10 in Entry by placement test all areas) + required all areas) + required placement test placement test LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE 5.0 (minimum 4.5 in 60 (minimum 12 in Entry by placement test all areas) + required all areas) + required or completion of LEVEL 1 placement test placement test INTRO LEVEL 3 UNIVERSITY 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in all 70 (minimum 15 in all Entry by placement test PREPARATION areas) areas) or completion of LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 4 UNIVERSITY 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in all 75 (minimum 17 in all Successful completion BRIDGING areas) areas) of LEVEL 3 UNIVERSITY PREPARATION

*Please note: Level 1 is not a beginner class. There is an expectation of basic English for placement.

PLACEMENT TEST

If you have completed an application but have not submitted language scores, we will contact you to be placed through the Language Centre testing process. The process is designed to measure your current level of English for class placement. Our Student Experience team fully supports you during the testing process if you experience any technical issues.

TUITION AND FEES ESTIMATE

The following tuition and fees estimates show a typical amount an international student could expect to pay per term if enrolled in the English for Academic Purposes program. Students in face-to-face classes will be assessed additional student fees, which are used to fund specific student benefits available to on-campus students.

TUITION STUDENT FEES TOTAL COST

LEVEL 1 INTRO $5,400.00 CAD $200-$340 CAD $5,600-$5,740 CAD

LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE $5,400.00 CAD $200-$340 CAD $5,600-$5,740 CAD

LEVEL 3 $5,400.00 CAD $200-$340 CAD $5,600-$5,740 CAD UNIVERSITY PREPARATION

LEVEL 4 $5,400.00 CAD + $200-$340 CAD+ $8,090-$8,230 CAD UNIVERSITY BRIDGING + $1,740.00 CAD* $750.00 CAD UNIVERSITY CLASS (University Bridging support)

*International undergraduate tuition rates are assessed at 3.00 times the rate for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Student housing

Our USask Residence is a community where students develop life-long relationships, and enjoy academic and peer support offered through the Residence Services. USask has four residence complexes that offer safe, welcoming and convenient undergraduate and graduate living accommodations, each designed to meet students’ diverse needs. College Quarter Modern, comfortable, fully furnished apartment-style units, VOYAGEUR PLACE SASKATCHEWAN(SASK. HALL) – SINGLE HALL 1 BED shared with other undergraduate student residents. Located just a five-minute walk from USask main campus. Voyageur Place 655 Sq. Ft. Traditional dormitory-style accommodations that include an "Unlimited Dining" meal plan through USask Marquis Culinary Centre. Located at the heart of campus, Voyageur Place offers a vibrant undergraduate community. McEown Park

COLLEGE QUARTER 4BEDROOM Apartment-style units with accommodation options COLLEGE QUARTER – 4 BEDROOM for single occupants, couples and students with families. Located just a 10-minute walk from USask LIVING ROOM BEDROOM main campus. BEDROOM Graduate House Open air and modern apartment-style building BEDROOM BEDROOM KITCHEN/DINING offering studio, loft and two-bedroom shared BATH 1 BATH 2 accommodations to our graduate students, students in professional programs and upper-year undergraduate 985 Sq. Ft. students. In-building athletic room and music room.

Residence rental rates include all utilities (electricity, water and heating), internet (with Wi-Fi) and laundry.

We prioritize the health and safety of our community in all our planning efforts moving forward with increased cleaning measures, readily available sanitization supplies, heightened awareness and educational programs to keep our students informed. We will continue to implement the best guidance possible for the health and safety of our residents. Find the latest information about Residence at livewithus.usask.ca.

 College Quarter HOMESTAY

Homestay may be available to students studying at the Language Centre. Live with a homestay family in Saskatoon and enjoy a safe, English-speaking environment where you can adapt to Canadian life and improve your language skills. Our host families come from many backgrounds, and they all offer you the opportunity to experience Canadian culture and find your home-away-from-home.

Homestay includes airport pick-up, your own private, furnished room, three meals per day, wireless internet, television access, all utilities and access to laundry facilities.

ESTIMATES

Off-campus Homestay College Quarter Voyageur Place apartment Rental rate ~$8,000.00 CAD Three- or four-bedroom unit: Single unit: $10,250 CAD $6,800–$14,400 CAD for 8 months (Sept-Apr) $6,792 CAD Double unit (if available again Two-bedroom unit: in the 2022/2023 academic $7,816 CAD year): $9,240 CAD Studio unit: $7,448 CAD

Cost of food 4 Included 4 Partially included 4 Included 6 Not included Three meals per day CQ residents receive a VP residents receive an and snacks Residence Cash Card that can unlimited dining meal plan be used at USask Culinary through the Marquis Culinary Services food outlets Centre Furniture, Utilities 4 Included 4 Included 4 Included 6 Not included (heat, water, electricity, etc.), Laundry, Wireless Internet (WiFi)

Total cost-of-living estimate including average tuition

$25,878–$35,478 CAD $21,078 CAD Not applicable $27,870–$28,894 CAD $30,318–$31,328 CAD + food, utilities, WiFi, (lower tier tuition) laundry, furniture, etc. $34,112–$41,712 CAD $27,312 CAD Not applicable $34,104–35,128 CAD $36,552–$37,562 CAD + food, utilities, WiFi, (higher tier tuition) laundry, furniture, etc. $5,600 CAD $12,400–$20,000 CAD (Lower tier Language $13,600 CAD $12,392–13,416 CAD $14,840–$15,850 CAD + food, utilities, WiFi, Centre tuition and fees laundry and furniture, etc. $8,230 CAD $15,030–$22,630 CAD (Higher tier Language $16,230 CAD $15,022–$16,046 CAD $17,470–$18,480 CAD + food, utilities, WiFi, Centre tuition and fees) laundry and furniture, etc. Estimates are based on rates in 2021-22 and are subject to change.

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SASKATOON CANADA DRIVING DISTANCE FLYING TIME (not all direct)

POPULATION: 270,000+ POPULATION: 38 million Vancouver: 1,562 KM Vancouver: 1H 49M CLIMATE: One of Canada’s CAPITAL: Ottawa Edmonton: 524 KM Toronto: 3H 31M sunniest cities SIZE: 9.98 million km2 Calgary: 603 KM New York: 6H 36M Winnipeg: 784 KM Los Angeles: 8H 7M SPRING SUMMER Mexico City: 9H 20M 8.9°C TO -3.3°C 24.3°C TO 10.5°C Quito: 19H 52M FALL WINTER Sao Paulo 17H 58M 9.2°C TO -2.6°C -10.2°C TO -20.7°C London: 13H 25M Abuja: 24H 33M Johannesburg: 26H 57M Nairobi: 25H 48M Dubai: 23H 33M New Delhi: 18H 5M Ho Chi Minh: 23H 50M Beijing: 14H 44M Tokyo: 14H 18M

ADMISSIONS.USASK.CA

RECRUITMENT, ADMISSIONS UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN AND TRANSFER CREDIT LANGUAGE CENTRE [email protected] [email protected] admissions.usask.ca (+1) 306-966-4351 uofsask.cn learnenglish.usask.ca