Application Guide

Each program page provides admission information.

Programs offered part-time may not require applications until a specific point in your studies or at the end. With this path you can start your studies through the Centre for Continuing Education. Programs that do not require an application, will require an application for graduation (pdf) at the end.

When an application is required, admission to Saskatchewan Polytechnic constitutes admission to a specific program, managed by a specific campus, based on specific admission criteria. Applicants may apply to more than one program by submitting an application, fee and required documentation for each program.

Each program has specific admission requirements. Details on our admission requirements will guide you through providing transcripts, class schedules or additional documentation such as a keyboarding tests, permanent residency card, or translation of your documents.

Your academic history is important to support your application. Please send us your transcripts and documents for your application.

For transcript submission instructions:

• applicants with domestic studies can refer to high school and post-secondary transcripts. 
• applicants with international studies can refer to international document requirements

English is the language of instruction and examination at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. Review the English language proficiency requirements for your program to find out if you already meet requirements.

If you do not meet the requirements, please review  meeting English language requirements at Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

Some programs allow entry through alternate admissions when applicants do not meet with previous academic studies.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic welcomes home-schooled applicants to our many programs. Explore your admission options.

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The application processes varies between programs. Explore all the details of the admission processes at Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic sets and adjusts enrolment capacities based on employment opportunities and available resources.  Did you know… some programs have equity seats for designated groups?

Some programs are popular and you may need to wait for a seat. Seats are offered as soon as they are available for upcoming intakes.

If you are placed on a waitlist and do not receive a seat or are returning to complete your program you may be asked to reapply.

We know you are eager to hear from us.  Send your documents and transcripts as soon as possible! 

We will notify you via email on how to access the status of your application on the Applicant Hub. If additional information regarding your application is required a time-sensitive letter will be posted in the Communications area of the Application Checklist. 

• Domestic applicants: Learn more about admission process and admission decisions and offer letters.
• International applicants: Learn more about admission process on the Apply for a Saskatchewan Polytechnic Program as an International Student page. 

Program web pages note start date timeframes.

The Admission Processes web page outlines application open and close dates, document submission deadlines and details around when offer letters are typically issued. 

Academic year and breaks are listed online to help you with your planning. Programs typically begin contacting students approximately two weeks before classes begin.

If accepted, domestic applicants will be required to pay a deposit of $600 within 30 days (or less) to secure your seat. International applicants are required to provide a $10,000 deposit. Instructions for payments options  will help guide you in securing your seat and paying your tuition. Note that receipts for payments are sent to your Saskatchewan Polytechnic email.

Financial assistance, awards or sponsorship for courses or full-time programs can help you meet your financial needs while studying.

Important information:

• Tuition and fees are posted yearly at the start of the academic year.
• Tax receipts are provided by the end of February each year.

Whether requesting a transcript when your studies are done, finding a form, changing your classes when you start your studies or withdrawing, we are here to help you.

Note that graduation documentation is mailed to you and should be received within four to six weeks of your completion.