Q What are the prerequisites for a typical course at SBC?
A Most programs require a Grade 12 average of 60% (minimum) or GED12.

Q Do I have to have certain classes from Grade 12 to be accepted?
A No. We look at your overall Grade 12 average. (Strong English skills are essential).

Q Do I have to fill out an application to enroll in a course?
A Each person applying for a program is required to complete an application form and submit a $50 registration fee. SBC also requires a copy of your Grade 12 marks. Once you have been accepted into a program, Student Loan forms will be made available.

Q How much homework can I expect?
A Minimum of one to two hours per night.

Q I'm having trouble …. Is help available?
A Students are welcome to meet with instructors after class. If further help is required, tutors can be arranged.

Q Does SBC have a dress code?
A No. Students are required to dress appropriately during job search training.

Q Does SBC help me find employment?
A SBC has a full-time Graduate-Employer Liaison, helping hundreds of graduates each year to find career-related employment in a variety of offices. Many of these positions are not advertised in the newspaper.

Q Is my diploma recognized?
A Saskatoon Business College is Saskatchewan's only Nationally Accredited private vocational career college (www.accreditations.ca). Accreditation is a "yard stick" measurement of a school's standards and stability. If you plan to move, your skill set will be equivalent to other private colleges across Canada.

Q When are student loan forms available?
A Student loan forms are available in early June for any program starting after August 31 of each year.

Q How long does a student loan take to process?
A Expect 4-6 weeks. Personal circumstances and accuracy in completing Student Loan forms may slow down the process.

Q How big are classes?
A Students at SBC can look forward to small class sizes (max. 30 students) with teacher-led instruction.