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Saskatchewan Polytechnic

About Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is Saskatchewan's principal public post-secondary technical education and skills training institution, with a national and international reputation for excellence and innovation. Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves 26,000 students with programmes that affect every area of the economy through programme and course registrations. It has campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, and Saskatoon, as well as a distance education programme that offers a variety of courses and programmes. Students can take advantage of applied learning opportunities at Saskatchewan Polytechnic's campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, and Saskatoon, as well as substantial distance learning options. Every economic and public-service sector is served by programmes. As a polytechnic, the institution offers a broad range of educational opportunities to meet the needs of employers and students, including certificate, diploma, and degree programmes, as well as apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic invests in applied research, utilising faculty knowledge to assist employer innovation while also allowing students to develop critical thinking abilities.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Rankings

Webometrics ranked Saskatchewan Polytechnic institute 109th in Canada

Campus:

Saskatoon
Moose Jaw
Regina
Prince Albert

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Academic Divisions

Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers over 150 programs in applied/visual media, aviation, basic education, business, community/human services, engineering technology, health services, hospitality/food services, industrial/trades, natural resources, nursing, technology, recreation and tourism, and science. In addition, SIAST provides training to apprentices in several trades

Teaching Quality

Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Learning & Teaching Division Our division is focused on developing and implementing strategies that allow innovation in learning and teaching activities in collaboration with colleagues from throughout the institution. We can collaborate to develop projects that support high-quality learning and teaching activities because of our different areas of operation. I am privileged to work with an amazing team of instructors and staff who are committed to student success across the division.

Advantages of Saskatchewan Polytechnic

  • Employee satisfaction rate: 97%
  • Program quality satisfaction rate 96%
  • 90% of the Saskatchewan Polytechnic graduates are employed
  • Awards of CAD 2 million given annually

Famous Alumni’s

  • Roger Denis Parent: Was a Canadian politician
  • Bob Deptuck: Politician

Hugh Nerlien: a Canadian politician and Member of the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly

Application Fee – Non Refundable CAD 150

Saskatchewan Polytechnic English Language Requirements:

  • IELTS – Over all 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
  • PTE – Overall 63 with minimum of 50 in each component.
  • TOEFL – Overall 81 with minimum of 19 in each module.

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English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

For seeking admission international students are recommended to take various English proficiency tests like TOEFL or IELTS approves the following minimum scores:

TOEFL IBT Score 81
TOEFL PBT 550
CAEL 60
MELAB 85
PTEA 63 with minimum component scores of 50
Duo lingo English Test Overall score of 105
IELTS 6.5 or higher

Visa Process for International Students

Students from other countries who wish to study in Canada must apply for a study permit from the Canadian government. The Canadian Embassy, Consulate, High Commission, or Immigration Office can provide you with a visa application form. The procedure takes time and must be started well ahead of the deadline. The following are some of the most typical documents that will be required throughout the visa application process:

  • Valid passport
  • Official letter of acceptance from the institution
  • Passport size photographs
  • I -20 form
  • Financial documents such as bank statements

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Highlights

Type Public
Campus Setting Urban
Application mode Online and Paper mode available
Graduation rate 62%
Acceptance rate 96%
Number of Students 16,008
Overall cost of living 14,762 CAD
Academic calendar Semester based
% of International students 6%
Number of campuses 4
Medium of instructions English
Undergraduate Tuition fee 14,044 CAD
Postgraduate Tuition fee 16,426 CAD
Cost of living 694 -1147 CAD per month

Saskatchewan Polytechnic First-Year Tuition Fees And Living Expenses For International Students

Over the course of one academic year, the following graph displays tuition and living expense estimates in Canadian currency for one full-time international undergraduate student. Please bear in mind that these are only estimates; actual pricing will vary depending on your needs and preferences. Other factors to consider include currency changes, visa and study authorization fees, and vacations back home.

  • For international students, the overall fees will range from:-
Particulars Amount
Administrative fees 50.00 to 150.00 CAD
Application fees 150 CAD
Student association fee 95.00 to 445.00 CAD
Non-refundable fee at the start) 1,000 CAD
Tuition fee range 6,195 to 18,089 CAD
Laboratory fee 100.00 to 409.00 CAD with no fees for
some courses which do not have a lab service.
Books and Supplies 200 to 3,725 CAD
Technology fee 50 to 146 CAD
  • For a student of Saskatchewan Polytechnic the required financials (Cost of Attendance) can be:-
Description of Financials Amount in CAD
Average cost of tuition 11245.77 CAD
Cost of living 10799.39 CAD
Application fee 150 CAD
Estimated total (per year) 22,195.16 CAD

Know more about Studying in Canada

Tuition Fees in Canada (1st Year Average) BE / BTech: CA$22,600 | MBA: CA$25,375 | MS: CA$17,225 | BBA: CA$20,560 | MEng: CA$22,225 | BSc: CA$20,745 | MASc: CA$20,375 | MIM: CA$28,900 | MA: CA$12,970 | MFin: CA$32,785 | BHM: CA$20,560 | MEM: CA$17,040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada CA$8890 Per Year
Entrance Exams in Canada TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in Canada Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Canada Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Canada CAD 150
Student Visa in Canada A Canada student permit is a document issued by IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) for international students in Canada. To study in Canada, you will require a student permit, which serves as a student visa.
Intakes in Canada There are Three Intakes in Canada: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring (May)
Top Job Sectors in Canada Business Management, Engineering, Economics, Dentisty, Law, Computer Science.
Economy in Canada GDP Growth of 1.9% (2018) 1.5% (2019e), 10th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 14,250

Postgraduate

$ 16,100

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 14,400

Campus accommodation

$ 8,800

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.