The College of Arts and Science is one of a kind on campus and in western Canada. Our College combines the fine arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences together into one teaching and learning environment. This means our faculty and researchers work together, between disciplines, to answers the "big" questions in today's world. With over 60 areas of study and 10,000 students, we are confident you will be able to follow your passion and find your community in Arts and Science.
The Arts and Science Advantage
Career Options
Here are a few of the career paths made possible by studying at the College of Arts and Science. Tap a career to learn about a program that can get you there.
Admission Requirements
To gain admission to the College of Arts and Science, you will need the following:
- High school diploma or equivalent qualification
- Grade 12-level mathematics
- English language proficiency
- A minimum average of 70% using our five-mark formula for high school students; or a minimum average of 60% for post-secondary transfer students
Get a Head Start
Feeling ambitous? The College of Arts and Science offers several dual-credit courses for students who want to earn university and high school credit simultaneously. Talk with your school's guidance counsellor or register now through the Sask DLC.
The College of Arts and Science also recognizes credit for most Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses.
Alternate Admission Pathways
If you are missing any of the requirements above, there may be an alternate admission pathway available for you.
If you are in progress of completing these requirements, you can be considered for conditional admission by submitting your most recent grades, as well as a class schedule, to show the above requirements will be met.
If you do not meet the regular requirements for admission and you are aged 21 or older, you have the opportunity to apply for special (mature) admission.
If you do not meet the regular admission requirements and you are aged 21 years or younger, you have the opportunity to be considered for the University of Saskatchewan Transition Entrance Program (USTEP).
Arts and Science Prerequisites
Prerequisites are specific courses that must be completed before a student can take other courses at the university level. This guide is not listing the required courses needed for admission into the College of Arts and Science, rather the suggested high school courses for students who are pursuing these specific programs.
Events and Resources
Whether you're a high school student in Saskatchewan or an international agent, we want to connect with you.
Prospective Student Advising
Questions about what we have to offer or how to apply to the College of Arts and Science? Every Monday from 9 am to noon CST, our recruiters are available to chat. All you have to do is join the queue!
These drop-ins are for prospective undergraduate students. If you have received an offer of admission, you should attend a Group Advising session.
Meeting ID: 952 9963 3181
Passcode: 66017763
These sessions are for quick questions and are capped at 15 minutes. If you require more time or have questions in the meantime, feel free to send us an email at artsci.recruitment@usask.ca.
Chat with a Student
Our student recruitment ambassadors are as diverse as our college, and all of them are current students available to help you discover what the Arts and Science experience is like. Join our Unibuddy and start messaging today!
Counsellors and Agents
If you are a guidance counsellor, teacher, or agent who wants to have an Arts and Science recruiter connect with your students, please send us an email! Our team offers virtual and in-person information sessions and college tours.
Contact Us
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