University of Saskatchewan
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A QUICK LOOK
COUNTRY: Canada
CITY: Saskatoon
HOST INSTITUTION: University of Saskatchewan
TYPE OF PROGRAM: UNI Exchange
SESSIONS: Fall, Spring, Academic Year, Summer
ELIGIBILITY: The minimum academic average required is a C (satisfactory performance range); however, higher averages may be required for some programs.
FIELDS OF STUDY: Agriculture, Arts & Science, Commerce,
Engineering, Kinesiology. Also see
http://explore.usask.ca/international/programs/
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION: English
CREDITS: Undergraduate, graduate
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INTRODUCTION
When you first arrive at the University of Saskatchewan you will be
amazed at how beautiful the
campus is with its striking greystone neo-gothic architecture, majestic
elm trees and magnificent river view, we think you will agree that the U
of S is one of North America's best!
In addition to having Canada's most scenic campus, the U of S has
produced alumni who are Rhodes Scholars and Nobel Prize winners, renowned
researchers and teachers, and leaders in business, education, government,
healthcare and the arts. We are proud of our reputation as a global leader
in both teaching and
research.
With 1,000 international
students from more than 80 countries, our campus is rich with diversity
and different points of view.
The U of S is home to the Canadian Light
Source the only national facility for synchrotron light research and
the fourth most powerful in the world! Scientists from around the globe
are conducting research at the U of S in areas such as biotechnology,
pharmaceuticals and medical imaging.
City of Saskatoon
Saskatoon is centrally located in the province of Saskatchewan, Canada,
being Saskatchewan's largest city with a population of 205,900 and growing.
Many festivals and special events are celebrated annually. From Winterfest
in February, to the ethnic celebrations of Folkfest and Vesna, to the
renowned Saskatchewan Jazz Festival, to the innovative Shakespeare on the
Saskatchewan Festival and the popular Saskatoon Exhibition, the good times
are guaranteed.
The Tourism Saskatoon
website has a wealth of information on Saskatoon sites, attractions,
accommodations and special events.
UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN
Founded in 1907, the University of Saskatchewan has established an
impressive history of academic excellence. The University has conferred
over 130,000 degrees and our alumni can be found on every continent making
contributions to business, education, government and the arts. The
University of Saskatchewan has produced Rhodes Scholars and Nobel Prize
winners; our researchers pioneered the use of radiation in the treatment
of cancer; and our engineering students have established a number of world
records in international super-mileage competitions.
Unique in Canada, the University of Saskatchewan is the only university
with five health science colleges. This enables our largest college, the
College of Arts & Science, to offer a rich array of undergraduate
programs in areas
such as anatomy & cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology and physiology.
Our Department of Computer Science was recently ranked number one in
Canada in terms of the scientific impact of its research. Our College of
Agriculture has a global reputation for being on the cutting edge of
agricultural technology and our College of Engineering is ranked among the
top twenty engineering programs in North America.
ACCOMMODATION & MEALS
Although it is your responsibility to find suitable housing, the
International Student Office (ISO) will make every effort to be of
assistance. Students wishing to live in
residence
should arrange this well in advance of their arrival in Saskatoon.
The ISO normally does not help international students to find
off-campus
accommodation before they arrive in Saskatoon. There are too many
factors that go into this important decision (e.g. distance from campus,
cost, deposit, lease agreements, etc.). However, the ISO will assist newly
arrived international students in finding suitable housing. In most cases
international students find accommodation in one or two days. Meals are
also provided.
PROGRAM COST
UNI students pay UNI tuition and fees (in-state or out-of-state) plus the study abroad fee to participate. The program cost does not include housing, food, books and supplies, round-trip air transportation (if applicable), international health insurance, and personal expenses.
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS
http://explore.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards/guaranteed/
http://students.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards/search/
ELIGIBILITY
UNI students only. Applicants must be full-time students at the time of
application, at least sophomore status during the session abroad, have
departmental approval for participation, and an overall G.P.A. of 2.75.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
A complete set of application materials will include one original and one copy of the following:
PLEASE NOTE:
The application must be filled out and turned into the National Student
Exchange with the $220 program deposit.
Applications are due February 17, 2008
DEADLINES
Fall & academic year program deadline: March 1
Spring program deadline: October 1
To begin in Spring & Summer 2008
| Application Forms Due | Documents Due |
| Term 1 (May - June)
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| Residing in Canada
| March 1
| April 15
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| Residing out of Canada
| January 1
| March 1
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| >Term 2 (July - August)
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| Residing in Canada
| April 15
| June 1
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| Residing out of Canada
| February 15
| April 15
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When a date occurs on a Saturday or Sunday, the deadline automatically
becomes 4:30 p.m. the previous Friday.
To begin in September 2008
| Undergraduate Programs
| Application Forms Due
| Documents Due
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| Agriculture, Arts & Science, Commerce, Engineering and Kinesiology
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| Residing in Canada
| May 1
| June 1
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| Residing out of Canada
| April 1
| June 1
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When a date occurs on a Saturday or Sunday, the deadline automatically
becomes 4:30 p.m. the previous Friday.
To begin in January 2008
| Undergraduate Programs
| Application Forms Due
| Documents Due
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| Agriculture, Commerce, Engineering and Kinesiology
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| Residing in Canada
| No Admission
| No Admission
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| Residing out of Canada
| No Admission
| No Admission
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| Arts & Science
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| Residing in Canada
| July 1*
| September 15
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| Residing out of Canada
| July 1*
| September 15
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When a date occurs on a Saturday or Sunday, the deadline automatically
becomes 4:30 p.m. the previous Friday.
* Applications to begin in January 2008 will be considered only if
space is available.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Inquires regarding this program should be directed to:
Office of Study Abroad
28 Gilchrist hall, UNI
Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0520
Tel: 319/ 273-7078 Fax: 319/ 273-2921
Email: study-abroad@uni.edu
http://www.usask.ca/
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Switchboard: (306) 966-4343
communications@usask.ca
TALES FROM ABROAD
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