Next Steps for Pre-employment Students

Spring 2023 pre-employment students

We know you'll have lots of questions before you start — here’s what you need to know to make your transition to SAIT an easy one.

Health and safety

Full vaccination and disclosure of vaccination status are no longer required to attend campus, though being vaccinated is strongly encouraged.

Though masks are no longer required, please consider wearing a mask for an added layer of protection indoors in both public and private settings. Be kind and respect the right of those choosing to wear or not wear a mask.

Plan ahead

📝 Stay on track to start at SAIT

Accept your offer

To accept your offer, pay your tuition deposit, which will be applied to your tuition balance.

Tuition deposit and payment

Next steps for your program

At SAIT, each program is different. You can find out what you'll need before your first day by reviewing your specific next steps on your program page.

Visit your program page

Accessibility and accommodations

Connect with an Accessibility Services advisor as soon as possible if you need to set up a classroom accommodation or get support for a health condition or disability while you're a student. They can also help with funding applications for adaptive equipment.

Connect now

Student loans

You can apply for a student loan now. It's important to apply early so you have your funding in place before the tuition payment deadline.

You can apply for Alberta Student Loans at studentaid.alberta.ca or through the student aid office for your province.

Check student loans

Apply for residence

Check out our rates and plans.

Inquire now

Course registration

All students will receive an email from SAIT when registration opens. For Spring 2023, registration opens on Wednesday, March 15.

To register, you’ll choose a block of courses or individual courses as applicable to your program through mySAIT. Register before your tuition payment deadline and register early to secure a seat in your required courses.

👉 Self-Registration Info Session

We know self-registration can be stressful. Join representatives from SAIT's Office of the Registrar for answers to your registration-related questions. During the session, we'll cover important topics including registration deadlines and how to resolve common errors.

📅 Our self-registration info session is from noon to 1 pm on Wednesday, March 15. Register now.

Can’t attend? We’ve got you covered. Watch this short video or check out our common registration questions.

Registration and schedule

After you've registered in classes

⏱️ Important deadlines

Final transcript deadline: If you've been conditionally accepted to SAIT pending final grades — Confirmation Paid - Documents Required — from Grade 12, academic upgrading or international document assessment, don't forget final documents are due by April 1, 2023 for students starting in May and June.
Tuition payment deadline:
- Wednesday, April 5 for new students starting classes in May.
- The first business day of the month before classes begin for students starting in June.

View all important dates

Pay your tuition

Once you've registered for your classes, you'll see your tuition balance in your Account Summary on mySAIT under the myStudent tab.

As a full-time student at SAIT, there are many ways for you to pay your tuition and fees, including online banking, credit card and student loans.

Payment options

Confirmation of enrolment letter

Some financial institutions may require a letter confirming your enrolment to release RESP funds. You can request a Confirmation of Enrolment through your mySAIT account after you’re registered for your classes. Your letter will be uploaded to MyCreds within five business days after submitting your request — look for an email from MyCreds when your letter is available.

Review student letters for instructions.

If your financial institution requires us to sign a form, upload the appropriate forms and submit a ticket through Freshdesk.

Class schedule

You can find your schedule on your mySAIT account under your myStudent tab or in the Ellucian Go app. Learn more about making sense of your schedule.

After you've paid your tuition

🚀 Start your countdown

We’ll have more information to help you dive into the details closer to the first day. Check back and watch your inbox for notices from SAIT.️

Health and dental plan

SAIT's Students' Association (Saitsa) provides an affordable benefit plan designed to help full-time students attending SAIT. You can make changes to your plan before the deadline: opt-out of the plan (if you have existing coverage) or add family members. The opt-out deadline is Friday, May 19 for students starting in May 2023.

Benefits

Complete SAIT Start

SAIT Start is an interactive introduction to all things SAIT. Prepare for the academic year ahead through a series of modules covering everything from academic success and paying for your education to support services, opportunities to get involved, health and well-being. Plus, get an idea of what to expect and what’s expected of you as a SAIT student.

Let's go

Attend orientation

Your orientation will be on the first day of classes and is your chance to learn more about what to expect during your studies at SAIT.

Check schedule now

Apply for student awards

Don't miss out on your chance at a share of more than $5 million in student awards. Review the student awards you could be eligible for during your studies at SAIT.

Apply now

Tips for online learning

If your program is online, these tips will maximize your motivation and energize your engagement.

Read now

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Add/drop classes

If you would like to add or drop a class (change your course registration), the period for most full-time programs is the first two weeks of the term.

SAIT eCards

Watch your email for instructions on how to submit an eCard photo online. You’ll learn about card pick up at orientation or from your school.

More information

Get your textbooks

Check the Bookstore website for your course textbooks. Check your program page for additional tools or supplies you may need.

Check the bookstore

UPass

A UPass gives eligible SAIT students unlimited access to Calgary Transit for the term it's valid. Your UPass can be accessed directly on your mobile device through Calgary Transit’s My Fare app.

What's a UPass?

💻 Complete these prep courses online

👉 PERS 050 – Student Rights and Responsibilities

This mandatory course is designed to introduce you to student rights and responsibilities at SAIT. You'll learn about SAIT's rich and diverse community, become familiar with guidelines and procedures that create a safe, respectful learning experience for you, and gain practical tips for how you can engage in the SAIT community in a positive and responsible way. You'll engage in a number of learning activities in this course, including readings, videos, activities and assessments. We encourage you to make the most of this opportunity! The more you participate, the more you'll take away and the better prepared you'll be for success at SAIT.

PERS 050 will be available through Brightspace (D2L) closer to the start of classes.

👋 Get involved in your new SAIT community

Find a student club, check in with the International Centre, participate in the SAIT Insights Research Community, build your Co-Curricular Record, connect with Pride at SAIT, and lots more.

Good luck with your studies! Once you start at SAIT, watch your inbox for your weekly SAIT Update — it’s packed with reminders, important dates and news you can use — add your SAIT email to your phone and you won’t miss a thing.

👋 Get involved in your new SAIT community