Applying for the SCBScN Program for High School Graduates or Current Adult 12 Students or Adult 12 Graduates
The SCBScN program is a four-year, full-time program for students who want to become a Registered Nurse (RN). Applicants who have completed grade 12 or Adult 12 can apply for direct entry to the SCBScN program. That means no requirement for a pre-professional year. Applicants must have completed the admission requirements with a minimum of 70% in each course by the document deadline.
Upon acceptance to the SCBScN program, students must be prepared to live in their campus city (Regina or Saskatoon) throughout the duration of their program. Travel outside of Regina and Saskatoon may be required for practice education placements. This program includes on-site lectures, labs, seminars, and practice education.
Admission Requirements
Applicants who have completed Grade 12, or who are currently enrolled in the Adult 12 program in Saskatchewan, or have completed the Adult 12 program, must present the following courses for admission to the program:
- One of English Language Arts A 30, Francais Franskaskois A 30 or Francais Immersion 30
- One of English Language Arts B 30, Francais Franskaskois B 30 or Francais Immersion 30
- One of Foundations of Math 30, Pre-Calculus 30, or Calculus 30
- Biology 30
- Chemistry 30
A minimum grade of 70% is required in each of the above required courses. Applicants with the highest admission average will be selected for the program.
Please note: Saskatchewan high school students can present math requirements under the new and/or former curriculum. The previous Saskatchewan mathematics courses of Math A30, Math B30 or Math C30 will be accepted.
Students applying from other Canadian provinces need to present equivalent courses. Applicants from other Canadian provinces or other countries may present the equivalent course(s) at the secondary or post-secondary level. You can refer to High School Admissions Requirements for equivalent out-of-province high school courses and international high school equivalents.
GED will not be accepted in lieu of Grade 12.
Applicants must meet the English Language Proficiency Requirements as outlined under Additional Information & Frequently Asked Questions.
All applicants who have completed post-secondary course work must be considered in good standing (i.e. not on faculty or university level probation) at the University of Regina or former academic institution as of the start date of the program to retain their seat. All previous or current University of Regina students must also have a minimum UGPA of 65.00%.
How to Apply
Apply online through the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Applicant Hub
There are two admission intakes for the SCBScN program. Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 application windows will be announced summer 2025.
Applicants may only apply to one site (Regina or Saskatoon) for each intake, this choice is given on the application form. If you become waitlisted at your location of choice and a seat becomes available to you at a different site, you will be contacted and offered that seat at the alternative site.
An applicant may apply for both the Bilingual Program Option and regular SCBScN program.
Applicants are accepted based on their competitive admission average and number of seats available at each location. There are a limited number of seats in the SCBScN Program and there are often more applications than seats. Meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission.
Application Fee
There is a non-refundable application fee of $100 which must be submitted with your application form. If you are applying online, payments can only be made using a credit card.
If you are a current or former University of Regina student, you are not required to pay this application fee; however, you must provide your University of Regina student identification number for verification and check off the box on the application form indicating that you are a current/former University of Regina student.
Required Documents & Submission Deadlines
Fall Intake |
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Program / Student Type |
Application Window |
Transcripts |
Final Transcripts |
| Domestic | October 1 – February 15 | March 15 | August 1 |
| International | October 1 – December 31 | January 31 | August 1 |
Winter Intake |
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Program / Student Type |
Application Window |
Transcripts |
Final Transcripts |
| Domestic | May 1 – September 1 | September 15 | November 15 |
| International | May 1 – July 1 | August 1 | November 15 |
Official High School Transcripts
Applicants who graduated high school in Saskatchewan, are upgrading high school courses, or who are enrolled in the Adult 12 program, must request their transcript to be sent electronically directly via the Ministry of Education to Saskatchewan Polytechnic. Graduates of an out of province high school must request the Ministry of Education in that province/territory to mail their transcript directly to Saskatchewan Polytechnic. See Saskatchewan Polytechnic for details.
High school transcripts must be received by March 15. If you are an international applicant, all documents must be submitted by January 31.
Official Post Secondary Transcripts
If you have attempted less than 15 credit hours of post-secondary education, you must declare this education on your application. Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions must be sent directly from the institution attended to Saskatchewan Polytechnic by March 15.
If an applicant attends another institution after submitting their application to the SCBScN program, they are required to notify Saskatchewan Polytechnic. A transcript from the attended institution must be received by August 1.
If you are an international applicant, all official transcripts (high school and post-secondary) must be submitted by January 31.
Admission will be revoked if an application form is found to be inaccurate or incomplete, or if supporting documents are discovered to be fraudulent. Transfer credit will not be awarded for courses taken at institutions not listed on application forms or if an applicant fails to notify Saskatchewan Polytechnic of courses completed after submitting their application.
English Language Proficiency
The language of instruction at the University of Regina is English. All applicants to the University of Regina must therefore demonstrate an appropriate level of proficiency in the English language. Applicants must meet the English Language Proficiency Requirements as outlined under Additional Information & Frequently Asked Questions.
Equity Seats
If you are a First Nation, Métis, or Inuit applicant, you may qualify for an equity seat if you provide one of the following forms of verification:
- Certificate of Indian Status
- Métis Membership Card
- Letter of confirmation of Indigenous ancestry from either your Band’s Indian Registry Administrator or Métis Local
If you are a domestic applicant (Canadian/Permanent Resident of Canada), please contact your educational institution(s) to mail or email your official transcript of marks to:
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon Campus
Admissions
1130 Idylwyld Dr N
PO Box 1520
Saskatoon SK S7K 3R5
Email: admissions@saskpolytech.ca
Toll Free 1-866-467-4278
If you are a domestic applicant (Canadian/Permanent Resident of Canada) with credentials outside of Canada OR if you are an international applicant who will be on a Study Permit , please contact your educational institution(s) to mail or email your official transcript of marks to:
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon Campus
1130 Idylwyld Dr N
PO Box 1520
Saskatoon SK S7K 3R5
Email: internationaldocuments@saskpolytech.ca
Toll Free 1-866-467-4278
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I am currently taking courses?
High School Courses
Applicants who are currently upgrading a required high school subject must notify Saskatchewan Polytechnic of which subject(s) they are currently upgrading. Their official high school transcript reflecting the upgraded mark(s), and all final marks from the Adult 12 program, must be received by March 15.
Post Secondary Courses
Applicants who are currently upgrading a required high school subject with a post-secondary equivalent must submit an official post-secondary transcript by March 15.
Applicants who are enrolled in post-secondary courses at the time of application, must submit a subsequent, final transcript by August 1 (in addition to the transcript submission by March 15).
Applicants with outstanding grades at another post-secondary institution as of August 1 will be required to have an additional transcript submitted to Saskatchewan Polytechnic by September 1.
Applicants who are currently completing courses at the University of Regina must maintain a UGPA of 65.00%. If an applicant’s UGPA at the University of Regina is below 65.00%, their will not be considered for admission or will have their admission revoked.
Decision and notification of successful applicants
All decisions will be made after the application deadline. Initial admission offers will be communicated electronically using the “applicant tab” on your mySaskPolytech account, prior to mid-April. Please ensure that you are checking your account frequently, or direct communication to an account that you do use frequently. Unless otherwise stated, you typically have 15 days to respond to any further requests. The deadline for responding to the offer of admission is noted in your letter of offer. Admission to the SCBScN program is competitive, therefore only students with the highest admission average will be selected. Applicants are accepted on the basis of their competitive admission average and number of seats available at their identified location.
How to Check the Status of Your Application
To check the status of your application, simply follow these steps:
- Log in to your mysaskpolytech account
- From the menu, choose the Applicant tab, and view “Now That You’ve Applied” section
- Choose Create and review your application status
- From the application menu, choose which application you wish to view
- The application summary will list the term, program, decision status, and requirements
- For full details, please ensure to read your letters for additional requirements that may be listed
What to do if I want to lighten the course load in the first year of nursing?
Applicants who wish to lighten their course load can complete the following courses at the University of Regina:
- ENGL 100 (minimum grade of 60% required)
- INHS 100 (minimum grade of 60% required)
- STAT 100 (minimum grade of 60% required)
- KIN 261 (minimum grade of 60% required)
- KIN 262 (minimum grade of 60% required)
- 3 Open Electives
Applicants who are currently admitted to the University of Regina can complete these courses in their current faculty. Applicants who are not current University of Regina students are encouraged to apply to the Nursing Readiness Certificate, offered through the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE). For more information on this certificate and admission requirements, please visit the Centre for Continuing Education website. Completion of one of these certificates does not guarantee admission into the SCBScN program.
If you have attempted 15 or more credit hours of approved post-secondary education by the application deadline for the SCBScN program, you will be considered a post-secondary applicant.
Contact Saskatchewan Polytechnic Registration Services: 1-866-467-4278 or email admissions@saskpolytech.ca