USask Fees for International Students: Nepal Guide

University of Saskatchewan fees for international students: the direct answer

Tuition at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) for international students is listed at ~$20,000–25,000/yr, depending on the programme (admissions.usask.ca). This is the headline range you'll see on the university's own admissions pages — it is not a fixed single number, because fees vary by faculty and degree level. Before you apply, check the specific programme page on the USask site for the exact figure, since "~$20,000–25,000" is a range, not a quote.

USask at a glance

Saskatoon is a Prairies city, and that matters for your budget — it is one of the more affordable university towns in Canada, not one of the expensive ones like Toronto or Vancouver.

Cost of living in Saskatoon

Monthly living costs in Saskatoon are estimated at $2,200/month, noted as affordable relative to the rest of the Prairies. Compare that to other Canadian cities where students commonly study: Toronto and Vancouver run at $3,500/month, Ottawa at $2,900/month, and Winnipeg and Regina are similarly affordable at $2,200/month. Saskatoon sits at the lower end of the national range, which is relevant when you're weighing total cost of a degree against a city like Toronto or Burnaby.

Don't just quote the monthly figure in your study-permit application without checking how many months you'll actually need to budget for — your letter of acceptance and programme length determine that, not a flat multiplier.

Proof of funds: what you need to show

Canadian study permit applications require proof of funds that scales with family size. The figures below are the thresholds to work from:

These are the amounts to have evidenced in your account history — not just a bank balance on the day you apply. Visa officers look at how the money accumulated, not only the closing figure. A lump sum deposited two weeks before your application is one of the most common reasons for a query back from the visa office, even when the number itself meets the threshold.

English language requirements

USask's published minimums are IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, TOEFL 86, PTE 63, or Duolingo 120 (admissions.usask.ca). The overall score gets the attention, but the band minimum is what actually trips up Nepali applicants — a strong overall IELTS score with one weak band (commonly writing) will not meet the requirement even if your total looks comfortable. Check your weakest band before you book the test, not after.

Budgeting USask against other Canadian cities

If you're choosing between USask in Saskatoon and a university in a bigger city, line up tuition and living costs separately rather than combining them into one number — your loan or sponsor letter should show both figures distinctly, as visa officers and banks expect to see tuition and living costs itemised, not merged. Saskatoon's $2,200/month living estimate is lower than Toronto or Vancouver's $3,500/month, and lower than Ottawa's $2,900/month — useful context if you're deciding how far your proof-of-funds amount will stretch once tuition is paid. For a full comparison across Canadian cities and institutions, see the Canada hub.

If you want a structured way to match your IELTS score, budget and course preference against multiple Canadian institutions at once, the free Master Reckoner tool runs through entry, cost and English requirements together rather than one university at a time.

Common questions

What is the tuition fee at the University of Saskatchewan for international students?

USask lists international tuition at ~$20,000–25,000/yr, varying by programme and faculty (admissions.usask.ca). Always confirm the exact figure for your specific programme on the university's own admissions page before budgeting, since this is a range rather than one fixed fee.

Is Saskatoon an affordable city to study in compared to other Canadian cities?

Yes, relatively. Saskatoon's estimated living cost is $2,200/month, the same level as Winnipeg and Regina, and lower than Toronto, Vancouver or Ottawa, which range from $2,900 to $3,500/month. This makes USask one of the lower total-cost options among Canadian universities once tuition and living costs are considered side by side.

How much money do I need to show for a Canadian study permit if I'm applying alone?

For a single applicant, the proof-of-funds figure is $23,448. If family members are included in the application, the required amount rises according to family size — up to $62,054 for a family of seven, with $6,318 added for each additional person beyond that.

What IELTS score does USask require?

USask's minimum is IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0. TOEFL 86, PTE 63 and Duolingo 120 are accepted alternatives. The band minimum matters as much as the overall score — a low score in one section can mean rejection even if your overall average clears 6.5.

Official sources: University of Saskatchewan admissions — admissions.usask.ca. For more country-level guides, see the blog.