All event times are in Central Standard Time (CST), which Saskatchewan observes year-round. If you are joining us from another province or country, be sure to adjust for the time difference.

Scholarship information session

Monday, October 19, 2026 6-7 pm
Online
Prospective undergraduate (bachelor's) students

Learn more about scholarship opportunities for new undergraduate students, including how to apply for USask's Competitive Entrance Awards. These awards include numerous scholarships and bursaries valued between $500-$40,000 that can be accessed by many students with diverse experiences. A question and answer period will follow a brief presentation. Bring your curiosity and your questions!

This event is for students interested in undergraduate studies and scholarship opportunities at USask.

Residence information session

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 6-7 pm
Online
Prospective undergraduate (bachelor's) students

The Residence office at USask has prepared an online session to inform participants about options of living on and off campus. This session is to be facilitated by the Student Recruitment office.

Registration period closes Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

Admissions and programs presentations

Learn more about the excellent undergraduate student experience offered at USask at this virtual information sessions, which includes a brief presentation followed by a question-and-answer period. We will introduce you to our undergraduate programs, admission requirements, scholarships and bursaries and other opportunities you need to know about as you prepare for your future. Bring your curiosity and your questions. We look forward to introducing you to our inspired community.

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 6-7:30 pm
Online
Prospective undergraduate (bachelor's) students

Health Sciences Discovery Day at USask

Thursday, November 12, 2026
Health Sciences Building at Saskatoon main campus
Prospective undergraduate students, and parents and counsellors

Do you know Grade 10, 11 or 12 students in Saskatoon and area who love science and are curious about a future in medicine or the health sciences? We would love to host them for Discovery Day at the main USask campus on Nov. 12, 2026. This full-day experience features:

  • a dynamic keynote speaker
  • two hands-on interactive workshops
  • a career panel Q&A with researchers, clinicians, and educators where students can explore real pathways, ask questions, and see what a career in health could look like.

Chat with USask

Wednesdays (6-8 pm) and Fridays (1-3 pm)
Online
Prospective undergraduate (bachelor's) students

Questions about admission requirements, scholarships, housing and other information you'd like to know before applying? You can book a 20-minute appointment with a USask representative to answer any questions you have before becoming a USask student.

Appointments are available for students interested in applying to undergraduate programs in the Colleges of Agriculture and Bioresources, Arts and Science, Education, Engineering, Kinesiology and the Edwards School of Business.

Please note that we will not be able to address inquiries about the status of applications for admission that have already been submitted. If you have already applied and have questions about your application, please contact the Admissions Office by email at admissions@usask.ca or by phone at 306-966-5788.

School visits and education fairs

Varies
Varies
In-person and online

We visit schools and attend education fairs online and in-person around the world to speak about the excellent student experience you will have at the University of Saskatchewan. We will introduce our programs, admission requirements, scholarships and bursaries and other opportunities you need to know about as you prepare for your future. 

Check our events listing to see all our scheduled events.

Major annual events

Open House

Open House

September

Open House is our annual event for prospective students to explore life as a USask student.

Indigenous Student Experience Day

A group of four Indigenous students in the ITEP program are seated or standing behind a chair in the library reviewing information on a laptop computer

Spring and Fall

Indigenous Student Experience Day is a campus-wide event designed to give Indigenous high school students a fun, welcoming introduction to university life at USask. Build your familiarity with campus, learn about diverse pathways into university, connect with Elders and Knowledge Keepers, faculty, staff, and current Indigenous students, and create positive memories that can help you envision yourself at USask.

U-Start

U-Start

May-June

U-Start pre-orientation workshops are designed to connect new, admitted undergraduate students with your classmates, college and student supports, and help you prepare for class registration in June.

Welcome events for new students

Pictured: A student poses for a photo with USask Huskies mascot, Howler, at Fall Welcome

September and January

Welcome events for new students are held at the beginning of the fall term (September) and winter term (January). You'll be invited to take part in various activities to support your transition to USask and welcome you to the university community.