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    Program facts

    University of Saskatchewan
    Saskatoon, Canada
    • Program type
      Master's
    • Duration
      2 years
    • Annual tuition fee
      29,914 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    • Language taught in
      English
    • Start date
      September

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    Program overview

    What the University of Saskatchewan says about their program:
    "The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program, accredited by the Canadian Association of Programs in Public Administration (CAPPA), is designed to prepare students for careers in public administration and policy work in diverse areas such as non-government organizations, industry associations, and, of course, the public service. MPA students are exposed to core concepts in policy formation and analysis, and have the opportunity to explore substantive areas such as social policy, health policy, innovation policy, trade and immigration policy, resource and environmental policy, and public sector management. "

    Admissions requirements

    We are one of Canada's leading research universities, located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

    Our campus is known for its beauty and our alumni and faculty include Nobel Prize winners, Rhodes scholars, and Olympic athletes. Please see below the admissions requirements below in order to join them.

    Postgraduate academic requirements

    • A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study
    • A cumulative weighted average of at least 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units)

    English proficiency

    • IELTS: 6.5
    • TOEFL: 86
    • CAEL: 70% (minimum individual scores of 60)
    • PTE Academic: 63
    • CAE: 176

    English proficiency waivers

    • IB completion of English A2 or English B with a grade of 5
    • Completion of high school or post-secondary studies in English

    Documents required

    • Application form
    • Application fee
    • Academic transcripts
    • Diploma of previous studies
    • Translations
    • Proof of language proficiency
    • Passport identification page

    Fees and funding

    International students are automatically considered for Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships upon applying for admission and may also apply for select Best and Brightest Scholarships and Competitive Entrance Awards. uSask also offers scholarships specifically for undergraduate international students.

    Fee information

    • Undergraduate tuition: from $30,480 to $45,419 per year
    • Graduate tuition: $34,094 per year

    Funding

    University of Saskatchewan International Excellence Awards

    Value: $10,000

    International students will be considered automatically for these awards, which are based on academic achievement, upon admission.

    International Baccalaureate (IB) Excellence Awards

    Value: $20,000

    International students completing the IB Diploma program will be considered automatically upon admission.

    Canadian Curriculum Schools Awards

    Value: $15,000

    For international students graduating from an international (non-domestic) Canadian curriculum school. Students who wish to be considered for this award must complete the Canadian Curriculum Schools Awards application.

    Council of International School Awards

    Value: $15,000

    For international students entering undergraduate degree programs at the University of Saskachewan who graduated from a CIS member school. Students who wish to be considered for this award must complete the Council of International School Awards application.

    Visa requirements for University of Saskatchewan

    Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

    Canada student visa requirements