International applicants should know one thing up front: the University of Saskatchewan's MD programme is reserved almost entirely for Saskatchewan residents. Where the College of Medicine does take international students is in its research master's and PhD programmes, in areas such as health sciences, community health and epidemiology, and biochemistry. Teaching and research happen on the main Saskatoon campus next to Royal University Hospital.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Official website: medicine.usask.ca
University of Saskatchewan
Royal University Hospital on campus
U15 research university
CA$9,000 – CA$14,000
International students, thesis-based graduate programmes
CA$14,000 – CA$18,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on medicine.usask.ca before you apply.
MSc Health Sciences
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan, May
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
MSc Community Health and Epidemiology
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
MSc Biochemistry
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan, May
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
PhD Health Sciences
DoctorateDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan, May
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
Thesis-based health research beside a teaching hospital.
The Canadian Light Source synchrotron on the same campus.
Low graduate tuition compared with most of Canada.
Graduates move into health research, public health agencies and hospital analytics.
Many PhD graduates continue as postdoctoral fellows or university researchers.
Saskatchewan's nominee programme has streams for international graduates who stay in the province.
Undergrad
No UG intake
Postgrad
Programme deadlines vary
Undergrad
No UG intake
Postgrad
Selected programmes
Saskatoon spreads along the South Saskatchewan River, with a string of bridges and the Meewasin trails on both banks. The university's campus sits right on the river's east side.
Rent and food are cheaper than in Toronto or Vancouver. Winter is the real test, with weeks below minus 20, so budget for a good coat.
Letter of acceptance from University of Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
Deadlines depend on the department and your supervisor. Many College of Medicine graduate programmes ask for applications six to nine months before the start term. Contact a potential supervisor before you apply.
Graduate programmes can start in September, January or May, depending on the department and supervisor funding.
Study permit, applied for through IRCC. You'll upload the acceptance letter from University of Saskatchewan, an attestation letter if your programme needs one, proof you can pay tuition and living costs, and then give biometrics.
Health sciences, community health and epidemiology, and biochemistry are common choices. You need a relevant four-year bachelor's degree with good grades, IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 86, and usually a supervisor who agrees to take you. The MD is effectively closed to international applicants.
Yes. Many thesis-based graduate students are funded through supervisor research grants, departmental scholarships or teaching assistantships. Funding is usually confirmed with the offer.
