Atlantic Canada's leading research university, known for its medical, law, ocean and health sciences programs on Halifax's South End campus.
Dalhousie University is a public research university in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and one of the largest and most research-intensive universities in Atlantic Canada. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs across more than a dozen faculties.
The university is especially recognized for its strengths in ocean studies, health professions, law, computer science and the sciences. Students benefit from small-city living, co-operative education options and strong ties to local industry and research institutes.
Dalhousie draws students from across Canada and around the world, and its campuses combine historic buildings with modern teaching and research facilities.
Tuition in CA$, 2026-2027
Students apply for student aid through the program of the province they live in. A provincial application also covers the federal Canada Student Grants and Loans.
Dalhousie offers its own entrance scholarships, in-course awards and need-based bursaries to help students manage costs.
Tuition for 2026-27 from the school’s own published fees, for a typical first-year arts program, rounded. Ancillary fees, books and housing are extra. Confirm the current figure on Dalhousie University’s fee page.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with Dalhousie University.
Applications to Dalhousie University go through Dalhousie University’s own application.
Applicants generally need a high school diploma with required prerequisite courses for their chosen program, and some programs have additional requirements. Competitive programs may require supplementary materials.
Apply online through Dalhousie University's own application, submitting your transcripts and any program-specific materials.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with Dalhousie University.
Halifax is a lively coastal capital city with a large student population, a busy waterfront and a strong arts and music scene. The main Studley campus sits in the city's South End, a short walk from downtown, parks and the harbour.
Dalhousie has an active campus community with hundreds of student societies, residence life programs and a strong volunteer culture. Halifax offers music, food, festivals and outdoor activities right outside campus.
The Tigers compete in several varsity sports, including hockey, basketball, soccer and swimming.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.