Graduate tuition rates (September 2024 - August 2025)
Doctoral programs
Doctoral students pay tuition three times a year for as long as they are enrolled in their program. Both international and domestic PhD students pay the same rate.
| Term | |
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| January 1 - April 30, 2025 | |
| May 1 - August 31, 2025 | |
| September 1 - December 31, 2024 | |
| Total per academic year |
Thesis and project-based master's programs
Graduate students in a thesis or project-based program pay tuition three times a year for as long as they are enrolled in their program.
| Term | Canadian students | International students |
|---|---|---|
| September 1 - December 31, 2024 | ||
| January 1 - April 30, 2025 | ||
| May 1 - August 31, 2025 | ||
| Total per academic year |
Course-based certificate, master's and postgraduate diploma programs
Students in course-based programs pay tuition for each class they take. Every class is assigned a number of credit units (usually three) which determines their cost. If a student is not enrolled in any classes for a term, they will need to register in a 'Maintenance of Status' class that is assessed tuition equivalent to 3 credit units to stay in their program.
Graduate students in course-based programs registered in any undergraduate classes will be assessed tuition for these classes at the undergraduate rate. International graduate students in these programs registered in undergraduate courses, whether or not the classes are part of their program of study, will also be assessed the undergraduate international differential rate of 4.84.
| Canadian students | International students | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per 3 credit unit graduate class | ||
| Cost per graduate credit unit | ||
| Maintenance of Status course |
Programs with special tuition rates
The following programs have unique tuition rates. Some have a single flat tuition rate for the entire program, others have a per term charge that differs from the above.
The tuition for the Postgraduate Degree Specialization Certificate in Corrections is covered by a sponsoring external agency.
Programs assessed per course
| Program | Canadian students | International students |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Education in Health Professions Education
Tuition is assessed at a rate of $1,462.20 per 3 credit unit course. |
Programs assessed per term
| Program | Canadian students | International students |
|---|---|---|
| M.Ed. School and Counseling Psychology (thesis-based) | ||
| Master of Arts in Economics Co-op
This per term tuition fee for the M.A. in Economics Co-op is assessed in addition to the standard M.A. per term tuition rate. |
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| Master of Engineering | ||
| Master of Environment and Sustainability | ||
| Master of Indigenous Land-Based Education | ||
| Master of Public Health (thesis-based) | ||
| Master of Public Policy | ||
| Master of Science (thesis-based) in Agricultural Economics; Animal Science; Applied Microbiology; Food Science; Plant Science; and Soil Science | ||
| Master of Science - Finance | ||
| Master of Science - Management | ||
| Master of Science - Marketing | ||
| Ph.D. - Environment and Sustainability | ||
| Ph.D. - Public Policy | ||
| Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics; Animal Science; Applied Microbiology; Food Science; Plant Science; and Soil Science*
*The Ph.D. in Applied Economics is assessed at a different rate; it is assessed the standard graduate per term rate. |
Programs assessed a single flat fee
| Program | Canadian students | International students |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Education | ||
| Joint Master of Governance and Entrepreneurship in Northern and Indigenous Areas
Students admitted prior to 2019-20 will be charged the standard graduate per term tuition rate as well as the international differential if applicable. Note that GENI students will be required to pay student fees at both USask and UiT. *International students admitted in 2019-20 and beyond are not assessed an international differential. |
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| Joint Master of International Public Management and Administration
Additional program fees for accommodations, food, travel, and other costs may be assessed. |
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| Master of Business Administration
Additional tuition for Optional Internship Part I, Part II, and Part III (MBA 879, 882, and 884) is $2,020.38 CAD total for domestic students and $4,545.85 CAD for international students. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Combined Degree Program tuition is assessed as $478.40 per credit unit (Pharm.D.) and $673.46 per credit unit (M.B.A.). Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Combined Degree Program $586.90 per credit unit (J.D.) and $673.46 per credit unit (M.B.A.). |
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| Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner | ||
| Master of Physical Therapy
*This program is only available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. |
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| Master of Physician Assistant Studies
*This program is only open to Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada. |
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| Master of Professional Accounting | ||
| Master of Public Administration | ||
| Master of Public Administration (online) | ||
| Master of Public Health (course-based) |
Programs assessed per credit unit
| Program | Canadian students | International students |
|---|---|---|
| ENVS 861, 862, 863 for non-degree seeking students
This per credit unit rate applies to each of ENVS 861, ENVS 862, and ENVS 863 for non-degree seeking graduate students. |
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| Master of Chemical Risk Assessment | ||
| Master of Nursing - Professional Practice (course-based) | ||
| Master of Sustainability (course-based and project-based) | ||
| Master of Water Security (USask Campus) |
Graduate internship course
| Course | Canadian students | International students |
|---|---|---|
| JSGS 850 Internship Course
Course is restricted to M.P.A. students. This course tuition rate is for M.P.A. students only.
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Student fees
In addition to the tuition above, students also pay fees for programs like health and dental insurance, a bus pass, and other campus services. The amount you need to pay depends on if you are taking classes full time or part-time, and if you are on campus or not.
Definitions
On-campus: Students who are taking in-person classes are assessed on-campus student fees.
Off-campus, audit or Distance Education: Students who are taking traditionally off-campus, audit or distance education classes are assessed off-campus student fees.
If you are looking for student fees for the Spring or Summer terms of 2024, refer to the 2023-2024 tuition archive.
Full-time on-campus graduate students are registered in 6 or more on-campus credit units per term.
| Student fee | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 | Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athletic | $56.37 | $56.37 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Insurance | $80.10 | $160.21 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Dental Insurance | $81.52 | $163.04 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GSA | $38.90 | $38.90 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Canadian Federation of Students | $7.33 | $7.33 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Transit (GSA U-PASS) | $129.87 | $129.87 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Wellness and Services | $70.00 | $70.00 | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Recreation | $40.36 | $40.36 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $504.45 CAD | $666.08 CAD | $35.00 CAD | $35.00 CAD |
Part-time on-campus graduate students are registered in fewer than 6 on-campus credit units per term.
| Student fee | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 | Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 |
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| GSA | $19.45 | $19.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Canadian Federation of Students | $3.66 | $3.66 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Transit (GSA U-PASS) | $129.87 | $129.87 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Wellness and Services | $70.00 | $70.00 | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Recreation | $20.18 | $20.18 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Athletic | $28.18 | $28.18 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $271.34 CAD | $271.34 CAD | $35.00 CAD | $35.00 CAD |
Full- and part-time fees for students enrolled only in off-campus, audit and/or Distance Education classes.
| Student fee | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 | Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSA | $19.45 | $19.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Canadian Federation of Students | $3.66 | $3.66 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Wellness and Services | $35.00 | $35.00 | $17.50 | $17.50 |
| Total | $58.11 CAD | $58.11 CAD | $17.50 CAD | $17.50 CAD |
Full- and part-time fees for students enrolled only in Prince Albert classes.
| Student fee | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 | Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 |
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| Student Wellness and Services | $70.00 | $70.00 | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| GSA | $19.45 | $19.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Canadian Federation of Students | $3.66 | $3.66 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $93.11 CAD | $93.11 CAD | $35.00 CAD | $35.00 CAD |
All dollar amounts are in Canadian dollars (CAD), unless otherwise stated.
| Student fee | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 | Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 |
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| Visiting Research Students | ||||
| VRSF | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 | $100.00 |
Fee adjustments
| Adjustment type | Fee assessment |
| Full-time students who change to part time before the registration change deadline for a given term | Assessed part time student fees |
| Part-time students who change to full time at any point in Fall Term or Winter Term | Assessed full time student fees |
| On-campus students who become off-campus students before the registration change deadline for a given term Note: On-campus and off-campus students fees are different. Please ensure you know the implications of off-campus classes within your registration. |
Assessed applicable off campus student fees |
| Full-time on-campus students who become off-campus students after the registration change deadline for a given term | No reduction in student fees |
| Part-time on-campus students who become off-campus students after the registration change deadline for a given term | No reduction in student fees |
| Off-campus students who become on-campus students at any time | Assessed the applicable (full or part-time) on-campus fees |
| For complete cancellations or for changes in status from on-campus to off-campus after theregistration change deadline for a given term | No reduction in student fees |
Opt out of fees
You may be able to opt out of your health, dental, and transit (GSA U-PASS) plans. The eligibility requirements and process differs for each.
Opt in of fees
If you have not been assessed health and dental fees in the Fall Term but are taking part-time, off-campus, or outbound exchange classes you may be eligible to opt in to the health and dental plans.
Thesis tuition reduction policy
Students who defend their thesis prior to the end of a term may be eligible for a tuition refund. All requirements must be complete (which include the Application to Graduate, all paperwork from academic unit and student, and thesis is successfully submitted through the electronic site). Credits are pro-rated monthly and will be placed on the student's account by Registrarial Services. If you are entitled to a refund, please complete the Request for Refund form. Eligible students can expect to receive the credit on their account approximately one month after completion of requirements. This policy does not apply to course-based or project students. Contact grad.fees@usask.ca for further details.
Tuition and fee notes
- All graduate students except postgraduate diploma students must maintain continuous registration in their programs. More information can be found in the CGPS Policies and Procedures manual.
- Tuition fees are assessed at the time a student registers. They are subject to validation for accuracy and correctness at any time by Registrarial Services. If an error is made in assessing a student's account, upon discovery, the student's account will be retroactively reassessed and the student notified of any amount credited or debited, regardless of whether or not the student has completed the class, graduated, or is no longer attending the university.
- International Master's and graduate certificate students tuition rates are 2.25 times the domestic graduate rate. International Ph.D. students tuition rates are 1.0 times the domestic graduate rate. International JSGS graduate students tuition rates are 1.75 times the domestic graduate rate. The international differential rate will not be applied to students enrolled in the following programs in the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy: Joint Master of Governance and Entrepreneurship in Northern and Indigenous Areas, Master of International Public Management and Administration - EdUHK.
- The tuition and fees policy can be found on the Governance Office's website.
- Student fees are assessed in addition to tuition fees.
- Student fees are non-refundable after the registration change deadline for a given term. For multi-term classes (classes extending over two terms), students fees are non-refundable after the registration change deadline of the first term in which the class is offered. If a student withdraws from all classes in a term after the registration change deadline, access to the PAC, Fitness Centre, Huskie games, and eligibility to participate in Campus Recreation will discontinue.
- Students taking courses that are not required for their degrees must pay the full cost of the courses.
- Graduate students in course-based programs registered in any undergraduate classes will be assessed tuition for these classes at the undergraduate rate. International graduate students in these programs registered in undergraduate courses, whether or not the classes are part of their program of study, will also be assessed the undergraduate international differential of 4.84.
- Graduate students in thesis/project-based or special tuition programs registered in any undergraduate class which is not part of their program of study will be assessed additional tuition at the undergraduate rate. International graduate students in these programs who are registered in an undergraduate class which is not part of their program will be assessed the additional tuition at the undergraduate rate and the undergraduate international differential of 4.84.
- Graduate students in thesis/project-based or special tuition programs who have an approved undergraduate class added to their graduate Program of Study may be eligible to have assessed undergraduate tuition removed for that class. Eligible undergraduate class tuition will be removed after the add/drop date but before the payment deadline for the term. Please contact grad.fees@usask.ca if you have any questions.
- Effective May 1st, 2018, the university will only accept Permanent Resident Cards as proof of permanent residency. International students whose immigration status changes to “permanent resident” will qualify to have their tuition differential reassessed on a pro-rated basis. The differential tuition for the term will be removed if PR status changes as of or before the Payment Deadline. Students who become a permanent resident after the Payment Deadline will have their tuition differential reassessed on a prorated basis starting the first date of the next full month of their change in status (e.g. if the change from international student to PR occurs on Oct 20th, the tuition differential will be prorated and removed effective as of November 1st).
- Tuition will be waived when a student is on an official leave.
- Tuition rates are subject to change upon approval of the Board of Governors.
- Previous years tuition and fee rates can be found in the tuition and fee archive or previous course and program catalogues.