Saskatchewan has two provincial universities: the University of Saskatchewan (U of S), located in Saskatoon, and the University of Regina (U of R). The First Nations University of Canada is also located in Regina and is a federatd college of the U of R. Saskatchewan's two premier universities offer internationally recognized Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral degree programs as well as some diploma and certificate programs.

A High School Liaison Office is available at both universities to assist high school students. Campus tours, orientation sessions, and information and referral services are available through these offices.

University of Saskatchewan

Established in 1907, the University of Saskatchewan is a publicly funded institution with approximately 15,000 students in full-time degree, non-degree, post-graduate or clinical courses, 4,000 part-time students, and 8,000 extension students in professional development and community education learning opportunities. Programs are available in Agriculture, Arts and Science, Commerce, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Graduate Studies and Research, Kinesiology, Law, Medicine (including Physical Therapy), Nursing, Pharmacy and Nutrition, and Veterinary Medicine.

The University of Saskatchewan is one of Canada's major research universities. With about $115 million in annual research funding, the University has recognized strengths in crop development, biotechnology, Indigenous Peoples, veterinary infectious diseases, and toxicology. The University is home to the Canadian Light Source, Canada's only synchrotron. The $174 million project will be one of the largest research facilities in Canada and will open in 2004.

Federated, affiliated and virtual colleges include: Briercrest College and Seminary (located at Caronport, Saskatchewan), Emmanuel and St. Chad (Anglican), St. Andrew’s (United), Lutheran Theological Seminary, St. Thomas More College (Catholic), Central Pentecostal College, St. Peter’s College (located at Muenster, Saskatchewan) Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research and Virtual College of Biotechnology.

First year Arts and Sciences can be completed at Melfort, North Battleford, Yorkton, Prince Albert, Kindersley, La Ronge or Muenster. Off-campus courses may be taken at regional colleges and SIAST campuses throughout the province. Students have the option of independent studies, mixed mode classes (tutor and audio teleconferencing) or televised classes which are available at up to 55 sites.

University of Saskatchewan
105 Administration Place
SASKATOON SK S7N 5A2

(306) 966-4343

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University of Regina

Since achieving independence from the University of Saskatchewan in 1974, the University of Regina has grown to nine faculties and 23 departments, leading to bachelor, master and doctoral degrees, and 12 research units. Programs are available in Administration, Arts, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Kinesiology and Health Studies, Science and Social Work. Student enrolment is in excess of 12,500 full- and part-time students with a faculty and staff of about 1,200.

The University of Regina has three federated colleges: Campion College, Luther College and The First Nations University of Canada (formerly the Saskatchewan Indian Federated College). It has one affiliated college: Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research.

In 2002-03 faculty were successful in receiving more than $17.8 million in external grants and contracts. Research efforts cover a range of topics including detecting and managing pain, Aboriginal teacher education, genetic control of grasshoppers and greenhouse gas reduction. There are 12 research centres and institutes on campus.

In recent years, the University has enjoyed tremendous renewal and physical growth. Construction of the $32 million First Nations University of Canada is now complete, as is the 66,000 square foot, 2-storey addition to the Education Building, and the $7.4 million Greenhouse Gas Technology Research Centre. Three more buildings are under construction: a $38 million residence, a $32 million Centre for Kinesiology, Health and Sport (to open fall 2004), and a $5 million emergency energy centre, and plans are in the works to modernise the laboratory building.

University of Regina
3737 Wascana Parkway
REGINA SK S4S 0A2

1-800-644-4756

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First Nations University of Canada

The Saskatchewan Indian Federated College was created in 1976 by a federation agreement between the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations and the University of Regina. This agreement provided for an independently administered university-college to serve the academic, cultural and spiritual needs of First Nations' students.

The new First Nations University of Canada opened its doors June 21, 2003. It offers programs and services in Regina, Saskatoon and Prince Albert. Programs are offered in 10 academic departments: School of Business, National School of Dental Therapy, English, Indian Communication Arts, Indian Education, Indian Fine Arts, Indian Language, Literature and Linguistics, Indian Social Work, Indian Studies and Science.

First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
REGINA SK S4S 7K2
(306) 790-5950 ext 2100