r/SAIT

Hi all,

I’m looking into applying at SAIT for the January 2027 semester and wanted to head about others experiences with the program? How is the format in January, I read that it was a blended model? How are the instructors and what does classroom and lab time look like? How big are the classes and how are assessments completed typically? Are you enjoying the EMS profession and would you recommend this path? Any information you can give me would be appreciated.

Also if anyone else is applying feel free to say hi

I’ve applied for my fall student loan and usually I receive my award letter the next day. My husband applied for his apprenticeship funding and got his award letter right away, but mine hasn’t come through yet. Has anyone received their fall award letter already, or are processing times just slower lately? Trying not to panic but just curious what everyone else’s experience has been!

hey ! im 21 tm, looking for a few other people to form a dorm group for the upcoming school year!

i unfortunately realized I dont know anyone that is going to be dorming this year so a little cringe but i figured this was the best way to get some feelers out!

a little about me! I am a second year rtbn student, im pretty reserved to be honest, quiet, i dont really drink or party but i do go out with friends sometimes, massive nerd and audio enthusiast!

if i sound like i might be your guy, or your interesting in talking more to see if we match as roommates, message me here or on my Instagram @/weedpikmin

Hello!

So I recently got admitted to an MLT program at the UofA. I applied to both SAIT and NAIT but got waitlisted at both. SAIT was my top choice but apparently my PSEA wasn't that competitive so I got waitlisted. I'm planning of going for this program at the UofA and after 3 years of school I can register and practice as an MLT. And I don't want to be in Edmonton and want to come back home to Calgary. I did my undergrad at UofA too so I've been in Edmonton long enough.

I was wondering how's the job market in Calgary for new grad MLTs at APL operated sites in the city? are there lots of open positions when a new cohort graduates? or is there little demand in the city? I heard there weren't that many jobs in Calgary in the last few years, has the situation changed now?

UofA cohort is about 40 students, NAIT is 48 students and SAIT is 58 students, I believe that lot of the NAIT and UofA cohort will remain in Northern AB, would it be really hard to find a position with APL after the program in Calgary? especially since my practicums will be in Edmonton sites?

Thanks so much!

Hey, I'm applying to SAIT's software development program and noticed there are two options: the new "Bachelor of Technology – Software Development" and the "Software Development" diploma. What's the actual difference between them, aside from price? lol.
And which one would offer better career opportunities down the road?

I’m really considering choosing the welding technology program at SAIT however I have a few questions I need some information on

-what’s the job market like?
-do I need welding experience to be a welding inspector after taking this program?
-is this program appealing to employers?

I’d really appreciate any insight I could get .. (even if I didn’t ask that question lol) thanks guys ^_^

hey guys, has anyone been able to go through the process for student loan enrollment for fall 2026? im a new student so im not fully familiar and haven't been able to get through the process im assuming due to previously not being registered. if anyone has a similar issue or if things got solved let me know! ill be talking to sait directly soon for those who will inevitably comment that and not be helpful, either way I just wanted to see if there's anything I could do from my side.

thank you all have a blessed day!

Has anyone gotten offer letter for MLA winter semester ? For round 1

Hi everyone,
I’m considering applying to SAIT’s blended Electrical Engineering Technology diploma and was wondering if anyone here has completed it while working full-time.

If you have taken it, I’d love to hear:

How difficult the program was overall?
Was it manageable with a full-time job?
Which courses were the most challenging?

I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience. Thanks !

I got accepted into the MLA program, but I'm a bit confused about preparing for it. Do I have to buy scrubs before orientation? Do you wear scrubs at orientation? Do we really need to buy an IPad? So, if you could tell me about your experience in this program, I'd be extremely grateful

TIA

Am I actually registered for the classes if I have not payed for it yet?

I’m starting construction project management this fall. And I’m looking to buy a new computer, I really want a MacBook Air M5. but I did some reading on the SAIT page, I came to realize that they highly recommend getting a windows laptop, so I wanted to ask do I REALLY need Windows or can I make it work with a MacBook? Plus, I already have a Windows computer, which I might use in case we have to use some applications that only runs on Windows. You think this will work out or should I get a Windows?

Hi everyone, I'm an international student and I'm feeling pretty lost right now. I got an offer from the University of Calgary for Chemical Engineering around February/March, and at that time my family's financial situation was decent enough that they were ready to support the tuition and living expenses. Unfortunately, we had some financial losses over the past few months, and now my family is asking me to explore cheaper options, either a different major or another school. The thing is, if I go to Canada at all, it has to be in the Calgary area because I have relatives there who can support me. Otherwise, my family wants me to consider countries like Malaysia or Thailand instead. I really want to study in Canada though, it's honestly been my dream for years and I know for sure I only want to pursue chemical engineering. I just finished my IB exams this May, and realistically I'm not a super high-achieving student who can secure big scholarships, and also I am not that confident about my results either. I've been looking into SAIT and saw mixed opinions on Reddit about how difficult it can be to find jobs with only a diploma. My plan wouldn't be to stop at a diploma though; I want to eventually complete a bachelor's degree. Since I've already paid my UCalgary enrollment deposit, I was wondering if anyone has gone to SAIT first, taken a program related to chemical engineering, and then transferred to UCalgary, or if there are any other pathways you'd recommend. I'd really appreciate any advice because I genuinely don't know what my best option is right now.

hi so im starting in the fall and im currently registering for class but some of the class schedules overlap with eachother and i have no idea how to deal with this im afraid my attendance credit will be deducted help please. For additional context im applying for software development

Just peeking around to see if there's anyone who is in MRT fall 2026 (block D?) Who would wanna reach out and be friends :) (or anyone in general!)

I am taking the Business Admin - Accounting Diploma course through SAIT and working full time as well, las semester i did a full course load and it was a lot. I was hoping someone who has taken the semester 2 and 3 courses could help me determine which are the hard ones and which are the easier ones so i can plan my semester, i had 2 "filler" classes last semester which were super easy haha. Thanks in Advance!

The courses are:

Microeconomics

Macroeconomics

Marketing Essentials

Organizational Behaviour

Quantitative Methods

Business Law

Information Systems