Quick Summary
Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Canada, is a public research university that has shaped higher education since 1818. Ranked #275 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 21000 students including 24% from outside Canada. Known for strengths in Earth and Marine Sciences, Agriculture and Forestry, Nursing, it maintains an acceptance rate of 65%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Dalhousie is a member of the U15 research-intensive universities and is globally recognized for ocean research excellence, located in a vibrant, coastal student city.
Subject Strengths
Earth and Marine SciencesAgriculture and ForestryNursingPetroleum EngineeringPharmacy
Founded1818
TypePublic Research University
Total Students21000
Intl Students24%
Faculty Ratio17:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size79 acres
Affiliated HospitalsQEII Health Sciences Centre,IWK Health Centre,Nova Scotia Health Authority
AccreditationAACSB,CEAB,CACB,LCME,CCNE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#275
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#301–350
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#201–300
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral,Professional Degrees,Continuing Education
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Ocean Frontier Institute,Clean Technologies Research Institute,Canadian Center for Vaccinology,Beekeeping and Sustainable Agriculture
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AACSB,CEAB,CACB,LCME,CCNE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate65%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL92
Min GPA3.0
GREProgram-specific
GMATRequired for MBA (min 550)
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · April 1 (International)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · September 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply before March 1st to be automatically considered for entrance scholarships. International applicants should ensure their high school curriculum meets Canadian equivalency standards early in the process.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Canadian Dollar
UG Tuition
$37,600/yr
per year · CAD
Living Cost
$18,500/yr
per year · CAD
PG Tuition
$25,300/yr
per year · CAD
Application Fee
$85
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$56,100/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CAD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Graduate,Doctoral,Professional Degrees,Continuing Education programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oceanography | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Marine Biology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Law | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Medicine | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
89%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong co-op program availability in Commerce, Engineering, and Computer Science.
Industry Connections
Strong ties to Atlantic Canada's aerospacenaval technologyand ocean-tech sectors.
Notable Alumni
Lucy Maud Montgomery,Brian Mulroney,Joe Clark,Kathryn Sullivan,Richard Bedford Bennett
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Dalplex, Wickwire Field, Studley Gym
Student Clubs
Over 400 student societies under the Dalhousie Student Union
Library Resources
Killam Memorial Library, Sir James Dunn Law Library, Kellogg Health Sciences Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available