A welcoming, mid-sized Halifax university known for small classes, a strong business school and a close campus community.
Saint Mary's University is a public university in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with a long tradition of personal attention and community engagement. It is best known for the Sobey School of Business, and also offers programs in arts, science and graduate studies.
Classes are generally smaller than at larger institutions, which means students often get to know their professors. The university draws students from across Canada and from around the world, giving the campus a diverse and international feel.
Saint Mary's emphasizes experiential learning, including co-op options, research opportunities and community partnerships, helping students connect classroom learning to real-world careers.
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.
Saint Mary's offers its own entrance scholarships, bursaries and awards for students with financial need and strong academic records.
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 Saint Mary's University’s fee page.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with Saint Mary's University.
Applications to Saint Mary's University go through Saint Mary's University’s own application.
Applicants usually need a high school diploma with required senior courses for their chosen program. Some programs, such as science and commerce, have specific subject requirements.
Apply directly through Saint Mary's University's own application, submitting transcripts and any required supporting documents.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with Saint Mary's University.
Saint Mary's sits on a compact, green campus in the south end of Halifax, a lively port city with a large student population. Downtown, the waterfront and several other universities are all close by.
Saint Mary's has a friendly, close-knit campus where students can easily get involved in clubs, athletics and community events. Many students live in residence in first year, which helps them settle in quickly.
Saint Mary's teams compete as the Huskies in U Sports, with football among the best-known programs.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.