Compare International Schools in Rosthern, Canada

Rosthern Junior College

Instructs in English

Ages 14 - 18 years

Fees CA$9,950 - 34,450

Pupils 120

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Rosthern Junior College is a private high school in Rosthern, Saskatchewan, Canada, offering a Canadian curriculum for Grades 9–12. Grade 9 is GROW, Grade 10 IMAGINE, Grade 11 THRIVE, Grade 12 EXPLORE. Core subjects are complemented by electives in arts, music, drama, dance, visual arts, outdoor education, and trades. Accredited by Saskatchewan Ministry of Education, the school follows Saskatchewan High School Credit options and teaches from an Anabaptist-Christian perspective with daily chapels and Christian Ethics, emphasizing faith, service, leadership, and community. The RJC Difference includes a 10:1 student/staff ratio and dormitories with 60% of students living on campus, meals provided, and dorm supervision. U-Prep for Grades 11–12 offers math and science, university writing, and career guidance, with post-secondary options at UBC, Calgary, Dalhousie, McGill, U Regina, Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, and Waterloo. Facilities include Pit theatre, a gym, and dining; ALSO service programs are part of the experience. Founded in 1905 with Mennonite roots.

Location

Rosthern Junior College High School is in Rosthern, Saskatchewan, Canada. The campus is at 410-6th Avenue, Rosthern. Mail is Box 5020 Rosthern SK S0K 3R0. The school can be reached at 1.306.232.4222.

Stages

Grades 9-12 (high school).

Type

Private high school with on-campus dormitories and day students.

Additional learning support

The school makes every effort to accommodate various learning styles.

Country affiliation

Canada.

Religious affiliation

Anabaptist-Christian faith tradition.

School day structure

The school day runs from 8:30 to 3:30 with a daily Chapel break from 10:15-10:40 and a Lunch break from 12:00-12:50.

Bus service

A shuttle service is available for commuting day students.

Application & acceptance deposits

- Day student non-refundable deposit: CAD 250 due upon acceptance (applied to total fees).
- Dormitory student non-refundable deposit: CAD 500 due upon acceptance (applied to total fees).
- International students: initial deposit for the acceptance letter CAD 17,225 (half of the total international fee) with the balance due on the schedule below. Returning international students must pay the deposit by May 1, 2026.

Annual tuition & dormitory fees (per full academic year)

- Saskatchewan (in-province) students:
- Tuition: CAD 5,950 per year.
- Dormitory (if applicable): CAD 11,500 per year.
- Total (tuition + dorm): CAD 17,450 per year.

- Out-of-Province Canadian students:
- Tuition: CAD 9,950 per year.
- Dormitory (if applicable): CAD 11,500 per year.
- Total (tuition + dorm): CAD 21,450 per year.

- International students:
- Tuition (including damage deposit line-item): CAD 22,950 per year.
- Dormitory: CAD 11,500 per year.
- Total (tuition + dorm): CAD 34,450 (Canadian dollars).

Per-term and payment-plan billing schedule and amounts

- Payment plan options (available for Saskatchewan and Out-of-Province students):
- Plan A — Full payment on registration (pay total at registration).
- Plan B — Two installments: payment dates Sep 1, 2026 and Dec 31, 2026.
- Saskatchewan tuition example on this plan is shown as CAD 3,125 + CAD 3,125 (installment amounts shown in the fee schedule). For combined tuition + dorm installment figures the schedule provides the corresponding two-installment totals.
- Plan C — Ten monthly installments: Sep 1, 2026 through June 1, 2027.
- Example installment amounts (as printed on the fee schedule):
- Saskatchewan tuition: CAD 625 × 10 = CAD 6,250 (ten-installment total as presented in the schedule).
- Saskatchewan tuition + dorm: CAD 1,835 × 10 = CAD 18,350 (ten-installment total as presented in the schedule).
- Out-of-Province tuition: CAD 1,050 × 10 = CAD 10,500 (ten-installment total as presented in the schedule).
- Out-of-Province tuition + dorm: CAD 2,250 × 10 = CAD 22,500 (ten-installment total as presented in the schedule).

- International student billing schedule:
- Initial deposit for the acceptance letter: CAD 17,225.
- Balance due: CAD 17,225 due September 30, 2026 (resulting in the full CAD 34,450 total).

What tuition and dormitory fees cover

- Tuition fees include academic fees (six-period academic day, chapels, study hall, class retreats, select school trips), athletic fees (team fees, travel, gym access), music and arts fees, weekday lunches and selected dining hall meals, after-school and campus life programming, SRC and yearbook participation fees, a capital replacement fee, and dress code shirts (three shirts for new students; one shirt for returning students).

- Dormitory fees include room and board (all meals), 24/7 staff supervision and student care, mentorship and student support, community events and weekend activities, internet/streaming access, laundry access, utilities, select transportation services, and gym/fitness room access.

Additional fees and user charges

- Damage deposit (applies to dorm and day students): CAD 250 (refundable).
- Grade 12 graduation fee: CAD 250.
- Single-occupancy dorm room (subject to availability): CAD 150 per month.
- Temporary dorm stay (includes room & supervision): CAD 50 per night.
- Meals (for day students outside regular meal plan): breakfast CAD 8; lunch CAD 10 (weekend or outside lunch meal plan); supper CAD 12.
- Trip and activity fees (examples; charged when applicable):
- Grade 9 Edmonton Trip: CAD 250.
- Grade 10 Winnipeg Trip: CAD 250.
- Grade 10 Oliver Trip: CAD 250.
- Grade 11 Sask Valley Trip: CAD 125.
- Grade 12 Regina Trip: CAD 175.
- RJC Singers Choir Tour: CAD 500.
- ALSO program trips: CAD amounts vary (examples on the schedule include CAD 250–CAD 2,250 depending on the trip).
- Additional user/consumable fees (instrument rental, special project materials, extended trip accommodations and transportation, online course fees) are charged to the student account as used.
- Spirit wear and optional school clothing items are sold separately; sample spirit-wear prices in the school store range roughly from CAD 30 to CAD 65 for items such as beanies, T‑shirts, hoodies, and crewnecks.

Refund and withdrawal terms

- Saskatchewan & Out-of-Province students: tuition fees are refundable on a prorated basis up to the end of the month the student withdraws, only until October 31 (end of Semester I) and March 1 (end of Semester II); refunds are calculated minus the non-refundable deposit. Tuition after those semester cutoff dates is non-refundable. Dormitory fees are refundable on a prorated basis up to the end of the month the student withdraws. Damage deposits that are refundable will be returned according to the school's stated process.

- International students (withdrawal and visa outcomes): if a student's visa/study permit is refused by Canadian immigration, tuition fees are refunded less a CAD 500 administrative fee. If an international student withdraws and returns home, CAD 5,000 is retained and the remainder is refundable on a prorated basis up to the October 31 (Semester I) and March 1 (Semester II) cutoff dates; after those dates fees are non-refundable. If a student transfers to a different school in Canada during the school year, tuition and dormitory fees are not refundable. Capital replacement fees are non-refundable. Accident insurance fees are non-refundable once premiums have been submitted.

Late payments, account holds, and penalties

- Marks and official transcripts are withheld until overdue accounts are addressed; persistent non-payment may result in a student being asked to withdraw or re-registration being denied. Overdue accounts may incur interest (the international fee schedule notes interest at 1% per month on outstanding balances). Parents or guarantors sign a financial contract acknowledging these terms.

Accepted payment methods and billing instructions

- Online payment through PayMyTuition is available.
- E-transfer, bank wire transfers, cheque, or money order are accepted; bank transfer details (institution and account routing information) are provided for families who pay by wire. For international students the school lists banking details and PayMyTuition payment URLs as billing options. For specific wire instructions or to arrange e-transfer payments, email the accounting office at accounting@rjc.sk.ca.

How deposits and fees are applied

- Non-refundable deposits are applied against the student's total fees at registration/acceptance. The fee schedules include fields for student/guarantor information and require signing a financial contract acknowledging payment plan selection, deposit amounts, and the school's billing and refund policies.

Boarding Arrangements

RJC dorm stays are open to day students for overnight or short-term stays. Overnight rates are $75 per night and include supper and breakfast, with options for solo or shared rooms and supervision. A Dorm Flex Pass is available for multiple stays (3-day for $210, 5-day for $300, 10-day for $550). Students must bring their own bedding and leave rooms clean; bookings require approval from the Dormitory Director.

Uniform Requirement

The dress code uses navy or white RJC golf shirts, a navy RJC zip-up, bunny-hug, or crew-neck sweater, black pants/shorts/skirt, and an RJC Rugby Shirt. Used dress-code items are available for purchase; contact the Business Office for more information.

Food Options

All meals are provided for resident students; noon meals are served in the dining hall. Day students who eat breakfast or supper on campus sign in with the kitchen or Dean staff. Monthly costs will be billed to the students' account. Vegetarian diets can be accommodated where possible, but not all personal diets can be accommodated.

Governance and Ownership

The school is formally supported by Mennonite Church Saskatchewan and Mennonite Church Alberta.

Curriculum

The school offers a four-year high school program for Grades 9–12, with Grade 9: GROW, Grade 10: IMAGINE, Grade 11: THRIVE, Grade 12: EXPLORE. Core subjects are complemented by a broad range of electives in arts, music, drama, dance, visual arts, outdoor education, and trades. RJC is accredited by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education and follows Saskatchewan High School Credit options. The school teaches from an Anabaptist-Christian perspective and integrates faith, service, leadership, and community, including daily chapels and Christian Ethics. The RJC Difference includes a 10:1 student/staff ratio, a dormitory experience with about 60% of students living on campus, and extensive out-of-classroom learning, including travel and service opportunities. U-Prep for Grades 11–12 provides senior math and science, university-level writing and tutorials, university and scholarship application workshops, and targeted career guidance. Post-secondary opportunities include offers from universities and technical schools such as UBC, the University of Calgary, Dalhousie, McGill, U Regina, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, and University of Waterloo.

Student Teacher Ratio

The school has a 10:1 student/staff ratio.

Exam Results

Governor General's Bronze Medal for Academic Achievement 2026 awarded to Annthea Funk; 2026 Entrance Scholarship recipients announced.

Higher Education Progression

U-Prep prepares Grade 11–12 students for life beyond high school with senior math and science courses, university-level writing and tutorials, and university and scholarship application workshops. It provides university and polytechnic tours, guest speakers, and leadership and service opportunities to support post-secondary planning. Post-secondary offers of admission include universities and technical schools such as UBC, University of Calgary, Dalhousie, McGill, University of Regina, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, and University of Waterloo.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

RJC identifies six dimensions of wellness: emotional, academic, physical, social, spiritual, and environmental. The school supports student wellbeing through multiple structures across these dimensions, including Study Hour in the dormitory, the Student Community Council that leads health initiatives, a dining hall with meals prepared from locally sourced ingredients and accommodations for dietary needs, and four Campus Deans who mentor students and oversee wellness and safety. Staff provide reasonable accommodations for students who require academic support or have emotional needs, with the Principal, Vice-Principal, and Dormitory Director collaborating with families to support student success. Students are encouraged to identify areas of wellness in which they thrive and those that need attention, then develop concrete steps toward healthier habits and better wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

RJC staff provide reasonable accommodations for students who require academic support or have emotional needs.

Mental Wellbeing

RJC supports mental wellbeing through Emotional Wellness resources, including a Mental Health Social Worker at Rosthern Public Health Clinic, a psychologist (Theresa Driedger), and Kids Help Phone; Rosthern Community Services also offers support, and Equine Assisted Learning (Horse Riding) provides additional wellbeing experiences.

Safeguarding

Campus Deans are on-campus mentors who are responsible for student wellness and safety.

History

RJC High School was founded in 1905 and has served students for more than a century. It is accredited by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education and is a member of the Saskatchewan Association of Historical High Schools. The school is rooted in the Anabaptist-Christian faith tradition and is formally supported by Mennonite Church Saskatchewan and Mennonite Church Alberta. The mission is to prepare leaders in faith, service, and peacemaking.

Community

RJC is student-centered and community-focused, with campus living options that foster learning in community. About 60% of students live on campus in the dormitory, creating opportunities for daily life and friendship in a structured environment. The BELONG program supports community and belonging, and the school hosts events such as the Alumni & Friends Tournament, the Treaty Six Cup Soccer Mini-Tournament, and RJC's Got Talent fundraising dinner. The CONNECT publishes stories and news from the RJC community to share the school's ongoing narrative.

Facilities Overview

RJC has on-campus dormitories with two options: full-time and short-term stays. The dorms include a full meal plan, supervision, and after-school and weekend activities. Dorm rooms are configured with two beds, two desks, two closets, and can be shared with a roommate or used as a single room, with common bathrooms on each floor. Common spaces include a co-ed games and recreation area, a study space, a TV lounge, and an underground theatre called "The Pit". The dining program provides three meals daily, plus an evening snack, as part of dorm life, and RJC is renewing facilities through the RENEW campaign to strengthen classrooms and dormitories.

Sports Facilities

RJC competes in SHSAA-sanctioned sports, including volleyball, cross country, soccer, football, golf, basketball, curling, wrestling, badminton, and track & field. RJC is a member of the Central Valley Athletic Conference. Community sports opportunities include hockey through Rosthern Minor Hockey Association or Hague Minor Sports; dance through the Rosthern School of Dance; and riding lessons at Valley Equestrian Centre. The gymnasium is available for student use unless booked.

Academic Facilities

RJC provides computer lab and network access for student use, with guidelines to maintain a safe learning environment. The gymnasium is available for student use for physical education and sports. U-Prep provides Grade 11 and 12 students with access to senior-level math and science courses, university writing classes, and dedicated academic support. Grade 12 EXPLORE offers a broad range of courses, including Arts Education 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, and Math Calculus 30. Grade 9 courses include Arts Education 9, Career Education 9, Choral 9, Christian Ethics 9, Concert Band 9, Construction & Carpentry 9, Dance 9, Drama 9, English Language Arts A9, and English Language Arts B9.

Extra Curricular Facilities

RJC's Fine Arts Program enables participation in choral, instrumental, and musical theatre programs, with private music instruction available on campus. RJC's athletics program includes SHSAA-sanctioned sports such as volleyball, cross country, soccer, football, golf, basketball, curling, wrestling, badminton, and track & field. ALSO program provides year-long cross-curricular service opportunities with locations including Saskatchewan, Okanagan BC, Appalachia Kentucky, and Guatemala. BELONG – RJC Community emphasizes belonging and involvement across academics, leadership, service, athletics, music, and the arts. Songs & Sweets fundraiser and Choirs & Cakes fundraiser showcase student talents and community spirit.

Arts & Creative

The school has choirs, including RJC Singers and ManChoir. There is a pit theatre for productions and weekly movie nights on campus. Rosthern Children's Choir offers a short-term experience for Grades 1–5 with rehearsals and a final performance.

Social & Hobbies

After-school clubs include nordic ski club, photography club, run club and anime club. There is a cross-country ski track on campus, an on-site skating rink and crokicurl with a snow hill for sledding. Basketball skill sessions are offered and the weight room is busy, with a golf club introduced.

Community & Service

ALSO program enables weeks of service and volunteering, with opportunities such as Appalachia Build and Camp Valaqua demonstrated in student reflection. These activities form a core part of the ALSO experience.

Leadership & Professional

RJC organizes student leadership through the House Leagues system. House Leagues involve house-based activities and competition. An alumna was named CEO of the YMCA of Saskatoon.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The rink is used on campus almost daily and the weight room is busy, with basketball skill sessions offered. The winter program includes the Winter Olympics and a water gun biathlon event. Campus facilities include a cross-country ski track and a golf club. RJC runs summer sports camps for soccer and volleyball and a Grow the Game Football Camp.

Admissions

1. Saskatchewan Students: Submit an application to RJC, provide a recent report card, and two personal references. Also provide the Fee Payment Schedule. A non-refundable deposit is due upon acceptance: Day students pay $250, and dorm students pay $500. 2. Out-of-Province Students: Submit an application to RJC, provide a recent report card (official transcripts for out-of-province students), and two personal references. Include the Fee Payment Schedule. A non-refundable deposit is due upon acceptance: Day students $250; Dorm students $500. 3. International Students: Submit an application to RJC, provide an official certified transcript from the most recent high school, and two personal references, and complete an interview with RJC administration. A payment of the first semester's tuition is required to receive an acceptance letter. 4. Returning Students: Submit a completed returning student form and deposits: $250 for day students; $500 for dorm students. 5. After acceptance: Review the Saskatchewan Fee Schedule, Out-of-Province Fee Schedule, and International Fee Schedule for 2026-27. For financial assistance, RJC offers bursaries and scholarships; inquiries can be directed to the admissions office.

Scholarships

Bursaries & Scholarships: RJC can offer bursaries to students whose families demonstrate financial need; a bursary may be awarded after acceptance. Entrance Awards include: H.P. Mierau Music Scholarship ($500) for new students in grades 9–12 who show academic potential and engagement in music; Chris H. Epp (1992) Spirit Scholarship ($1,000) for new students with community spirit and fit for the RJC program; Edna Regehr Bernstein Scholarship ($1,000) for new students who demonstrate generosity and community involvement and who may require financial assistance; Jacob G. Nickel Scholarship ($1,600) for new students who show academic potential and athletic involvement; John & Elizabeth Armbruster Scholarship ($2,500) for new students who show academic potential and participation in RJC's faith & life program and may require financial assistance. Scholarships (not Entrance Awards) include: MC Alberta Scholarship ($4,000) for attendance in Mennonite Church Alberta; Out-of-province Alumni Scholarship ($2,000) for students living outside Saskatchewan with alumni in the family; External Scholarships include MC Saskatchewan Scholarship ($1,000) for active involvement in Mennonite Church Saskatchewan activities; applications should be sent to mcsask@mcsask.ca. These scholarships do not require an application but are automatically applied to a student's account should they meet the requirements. Church grants are available from some home churches; Indigenous students may receive funding through First Nations arrangements. Let's Chat with the Admissions team for more details on eligibility and application processes.

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