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Questions Frequently Asked By Future Graduate Students

1.How do I apply to the Masters or Ph.D. program?
2.What is the Department's minimum GRE requirement?
3.What is the percentage mark requirement for admission?
4.What is the Department's TOEFL or IELTS minimum score requirement?
5.How much will it cost?
6.On what basis does the Department grant Teaching or Research assistantships?
7.How do I send my transcripts? Can I send copies, or are originals required?
8.How can I expect to be notified that I have been admitted?
9.Where can I find employment opportunities in Canada and globally?
10.Does the University of Saskatchewan have any information for International students?

1 . How do I apply to the Masters or Ph.D. program?

An online application must be made.

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2 . What is the Department's minimum GRE requirement?

Taking the GRE is not compulsory but GRE results may be submitted with your application.  A strong performance on the GRE will enhance your application. 
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3 . What is the percentage mark requirement for admission?

In general, you will only be considered for admission if you possess a first class honours degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field.

If you have a first class honours degree or equivalent in an area other than Computer Science, you might want to consider our PDSC option.

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4 . What is the Department's TOEFL or IELTS minimum score requirement?

The Department requires a TOEFL score of at least 90 (IBT) or an IELTS score of at least 7.0.
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5 . How much will it cost?

The College of Graduate Studies has prepared a cost estimate for minimum international graduate student expenses.  The tuition rate for domestic students is less.  
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6 . On what basis does the Department grant Teaching or Research assistantships?

Applicants are automatically considered for these awards (see Financial Assistance).  Awards are made primarily on the basis of academic achievement and, for Ph.D. student applicants, research ability and potential.

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7 . How do I send my transcripts? Can I send copies, or are originals required?

Original transcripts are required, and must be sent with your application to the deparment.
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8 . How can I expect to be notified that I have been admitted?

You will be notified by email if you have been admitted. As well, you will receive a letter via post upon admission if an address has been included with your application.
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9 . Where can I find employment opportunities in Canada and globally?

The Student Employment and Career Center has plenty of information to help you find employment after you graduate, including links to worldwide employment information.

As well, you may wish to read the material on Job Futures, a website developed by the Goverment of Canada that talks about the state of employment in Canada.

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10 . Does the University of Saskatchewan have any information for International students?

Please see the University of Saskatchewan International Students Pre-arrival/Arrival Page.
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