Computer Science at USask: Admission Average
University of Saskatchewan · Saskatoon, SK
What average do you need for Computer Science at USask?
Computer Science at University of Saskatchewan typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It ranks #4 of 14 USask programs by admission average.
Growing program, Saskatoon tech sector expanding.
How competitive is it?
Of the 31 universities we track that offer it, 5 ask for a higher average and 4 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 85% up to 89% is inside it, and 81% up to 85% is a reach. Cut-offs move every year, so apply to a mix of schools.
Ontario applicants are assessed on their top six Grade 12 U/M courses, including the program's prerequisites. Work out yours with the Best 6 calculator.
Computer Science at other universities
- University of Waterloo – high 90s (95-98%+)
- University of Toronto – low-to-mid 90s
- University of British Columbia – high 80s-low 90s (BC) / low-mid 90s (OOP)
- McGill University – low-to-mid 90s
- Université de Montréal – high 80s-low 90s
- McMaster University – high 80s
- Western University – high 80s
- University of Ottawa – high 80s
- Carleton University – high 80s
- University of Guelph – high 80s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 80s
- Brock University – high 80s
- Ontario Tech University – high 80s
- University of Windsor – high 80s
- York University – high 80s
- Toronto Metropolitan University – high 80s
- University of Victoria – high 80s
- Concordia University – high 80s
- Université Laval – high 80s
- University of Calgary – high 80s
- Dalhousie University – high 80s
- Acadia University – high 80s
- University of Manitoba – high 80s
- University of Regina – high 80s
- University of New Brunswick – high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – high 80s
- University of Northern BC – mid-to-high 80s
- Thompson Rivers University – mid-to-high 80s
- MacEwan University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Prince Edward Island – mid-to-high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors
- One additional U/M course
- Computer Science (recommended)
First-year courses
- Calculus I & II
- Linear Algebra
- Introduction to Programming
- Discrete Mathematics
- Statistics
These are typical for Computer Science programs across Canada. About the Computer Science degree
After a Computer Science degree
Computer Science usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Software Engineer – $85,000 to $180,000+
- Data Scientist – $70,000 to $150,000
- AI / Machine Learning Engineer – $95,000 to $200,000+
- Cybersecurity Analyst – $75,000 to $150,000
- Game Developer – $65,000 to $130,000
- Waterloo CS is among the most competitive CS programs in Canada - the Admission Information Form is required, and contest results (CCC, Euclid) can strengthen an application.
- The theory-heavy first two years surprise many students - if you want applied work immediately, co-op is the relief valve.
- AI coding tools have reduced traditional junior developer openings - co-op experience, internships, and depth in areas like AI, security, or systems matter more than ever.
Applying to USask
What Computer Science asks for besides your marks
- Computer Science has its own application deadline: due July 15, 2027. College of Arts and Science (computer science, Indigenous studies, pre-nursing year). International: May 1, 2027. Official page
From USask's admissions pages, checked October 2026.
The University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon is the Prairie provinces' most comprehensive research university alongside U of A. USask is home to the Canadian Light Source synchrotron - the most powerful scientific facility in Canada - and has world-leading programs in agriculture, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, and Indigenous studies. Saskatoon is an affordable, growing city with a genuine tech and biotech economy emerging.
University of Saskatchewan is in Saskatoon, SK, was founded in 1907 and has about 26,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $8,100 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application Varies by college: February 15, May 1 or July 15.
- The Canadian Light Source synchrotron on campus is a genuinely world-class research facility - available to undergrads in certain programs.
- USask's agricultural and veterinary programs are among the best in the world, not just Canada.
- Saskatoon is a growing city with a lower cost of living than most Canadian university cities.
Other USask programs
- Medicine (MD) – high 90s + MCAT + interview
- Veterinary Medicine (DVM) – high 90s + experience
- Pharmacy (PharmD) – high 80s-low 90s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s
- Agricultural Sciences – mid-to-high 80s
- Animal Biosciences – high 80s
- Electrical Engineering – high 80s
- Geological Engineering – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering – high 80s
- Business (Edwards School) – high 80s
- Law (JD) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Indigenous Studies – mid-to-high 80s
- Kinesiology – mid-to-high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s