Cohort features

• Cohort model to create a vibrant and culturally affirming learning community and leadership network.
• Indigenous instructors and curriculum designed and co-taught with community-based Knowledge Keepers and other Indigenous experts.
• Courses tailored to the cultural, practical and theoretical interests of current and aspiring First Nations school, educational and organizational leaders.
• Flexible delivery model/blend of face-to-face and online classes.
• Potential to engage in research and create new knowledge specific to your community.
• International Study Abroad opportunities: Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, United States, China, Ireland, and Finland.

Specialization topics

• Educational Leadership in First Nations Schools
• History of Canadian Indigenous Education
• First Nations Educational Governance
• Human Resources Management in First Nations Schools
• Indigenous Leadership within Interprofessional and cross jurisdictional contexts
• First Nations School Finance
• Education and Community Development in First Nations Communities
• Indigenous informed Research Methods
• Organizational Theory and Indigenous Educational Contexts
• Assessment and Data Management for First Nations Schools

Course-based master's, certificate or postgraduate diploma program

Students in course-based programs pay tuition for each class they take. Every class is assigned a number of credit units (usually three) which determines their cost. If a student is not enrolled in any classes for a term, they will need to register in a 'Maintenance of Status' class that is assessed tuition equivalent to 3 credit units to stay in their program.

Student fees

In addition to tuition above, students also pay fees for programs like health and dental insurance, a bus pass, and other campus services. The amount you need to pay depends on if you are taking classes full time or part time, and if you are on campus or not. The table below assumes you are on campus full-time.

Tuition information is accurate for the current academic year and does not include student fees. For detailed tuition and fees information, visit the official tuition website.

Thesis or project-based master's program

Graduate students in a thesis or project-based program pay tuition three times a year for as long as they are enrolled in their program.

Student fees

In addition to tuition above, students also pay fees for programs like health and dental insurance, a bus pass, and other campus services. The amount you need to pay depends on if you are taking classes full time or part time, and if you are on campus or not. The table below assumes you are on campus full-time.

Tuition information is accurate for the current academic year and does not include student fees. For detailed tuition and fees information, visit the official tuition website.

Doctoral program

Doctoral students pay tuition three times a year for as long as they are enrolled in their program. Both international and domestic Ph.D. students pay the same rate.

Student fees

In addition to tuition above, students also pay fees for programs like health and dental insurance, a bus pass, and other campus services. The amount you need to pay depends on if you are taking classes full time or part time, and if you are on campus or not. The table below assumes you are on campus full-time.

Tuition information is accurate for the current academic year and does not include student fees. For detailed tuition and fees information, visit the official tuition website.

• Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
• A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units)
• A four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized college or university

• A four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized college or university
• Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
• A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units)
• Submission of a statement/letter of intent outlining research interest

• Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English.
• A master’s degree from a recognized college or university
• A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units)
• Submission of a statement/letter of intent outlining research interest
• Submission of a writing sample of at least 10 pages

Preliminary Statement of Marks

• Once you have submitted your application for admission and paid the application fee, you will be required to upload unofficial PDF copies of your academic transcript(s) from each post-secondary institution attended. This requirement will appear as Preliminary Statement of Marks or Additional Prelim. Statement under admission requirements on your Application Summary when you check your application status.
• The uploaded transcript can be an unofficial copy of the transcript issued by the university or college and must include a grading key/legend.
• All pages of a transcript must be uploaded as a single PDF document.
• Uploaded transcripts will be considered unofficial or preliminary. Official copies of your transcripts will be required only for applicants offered admission. This requirement will appear as Post-secondary Transcript under admission requirements on your Application Summary when you check your application status.
• Transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified translation.

For students who are required to provide proof of English proficiency:

• Completing a relevant test with the appropriate score is required before the application deadline.
• Tests are valid for 24 months after the testing date and must be valid at the beginning of the student's first term of registration in the graduate program.
• Applicants will be required to upload a PDF copy of any required language test score. Uploaded test scores will be considered unofficial or preliminary.

In addition to the above official documents, please upload the following documents:

• MEd Course-based:
  • A curriculum vitae or resume
  • A statement/letter of intent (one to two pages) that includes:
    • Why you are interested in pursuing master's-level studies in the Department of Educational Administration
    • Biography/professional background
    • Future career aspirations
    • Tentative timetable for completion
      
      

• MEd Thesis-based:
  • A curriculum vitae or resume
  • A statement/letter of intent (one to two pages) that includes:
    • Why you are interested in pursuing master's-level studies in the Department of Educational Administration
    • Biography/professional background
    • Future career aspirations
    • Tentative timetable for completion
  • A research statement: a one page explanation of the research problem you intend to investigate
    
    

Ph.D. applicants must also send:

1. A curriculum vitae or resume
2. A statement/letter of intent (one to two pages) that includes:
   
   • Why you are interested in pursuing doctoral-level studies in the Department of Educational Administration
   • Biography/professional background
   • Future career aspirations
   • Tentative timetable for completion
     
     
3. Research statement: In fewer than 800 words, a research statement describing your academic interests in the study of the administration or leadership of schools, educational programming, or educational systems. Your statement might include the following:
   
   • An explanation of the research problem you intend to investigate;
   • An explanation of how your prospective doctoral research relates to your master's-level research OR an explanation of your motivation for pursuing the intended research (from where does your prospective doctoral research topic/question come?);
   • An explanation of why the Department of Educational Administration at the University of Saskatchewan is suitable for pursuing your research interests
     
     
4. A writing sample (thesis abstract, publication or paper)