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Overview

Dalhousie University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. This institution also has a branch campus in Truro. Established in 1818, Dalhousie University is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Department of Advanced Education. This institution provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 208-year-old Canadian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 70-79%. This places it among a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. Dalhousie University also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Dalhousie University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Dalhousie University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Dalhousie University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Dalhousie University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym
Founded 1818
Motto Ora et Labora
Pray and work
Colours Black and gold
Mascot Dalhousie Tiger; Rocky the Ram

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Location

Address 6885 University Avenue
Halifax
B3H 4H6 Nova Scotia
Canada
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Dalhousie University Phone Number (902) 494 2450
Dalhousie University Fax Number (902) 494 1630
Other locations Truro

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Dalhousie University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Advanced Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dalhousie University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Dalhousie University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Dalhousie University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Dalhousie University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Dalhousie University's academic range and degree level offering.



Dalhousie University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T Yes
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Dalhousie University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Dalhousie University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Dalhousie University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Dalhousie University.



Dalhousie University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Dalhousie University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Dalhousie University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Dalhousie University Admission Info


Dalhousie University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Dalhousie University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Dalhousie University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Dalhousie University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Dalhousie University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Dalhousie University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Dalhousie University has more than 4700 international students.


Dalhousie University's Admission Office Admission Office

6885 University Avenue
Halifax B3H 4H6
(902) 494 2450


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Dalhousie University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Dalhousie University Size and Profile


Dalhousie University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Dalhousie University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Dalhousie University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Dalhousie University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Dalhousie University's Control Type Control Type

Dalhousie University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Dalhousie University's Entity Type Entity Type

Dalhousie University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Dalhousie University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Dalhousie University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Dalhousie University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Dalhousie University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Dalhousie University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Dalhousie University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Dalhousie University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Dalhousie University's Library


Dalhousie University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Dalhousie University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Dalhousie University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Dalhousie University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Dalhousie University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Dalhousie University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Dalhousie University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Dalhousie University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Dalhousie University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Dalhousie University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Dalhousie University
  • Faculty of Agriculture
  • Faculty of Architecture and Planning
  • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Computer Science
  • Faculty of Dentistry
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Graduate Studies
  • Faculty of Health
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Management
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Science

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Memberships and Affiliations

Dalhousie University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dalhousie University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities (U15)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalhousie University public or private?

Dalhousie University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Dalhousie University profit or non-profit?

Dalhousie University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Dalhousie University in terms of enrollment?

Dalhousie University has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Dalhousie University in terms of academic staff?

Dalhousie University's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Dalhousie University a coeducational institution?

Dalhousie University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Dalhousie University use?

Dalhousie University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Dalhousie University affiliated with?

None.

Does Dalhousie University admit international students?

Yes. Dalhousie University has more than 4700 international students.

What is Dalhousie University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Dalhousie University's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Dalhousie University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). International students: 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Dalhousie University located?

Dalhousie University is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Address: 6885 University Avenue.

Is Dalhousie University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Dalhousie University is accredited by Department of Advanced Education (since ).

Does Dalhousie University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Dalhousie University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Dalhousie University have a university library?

Yes

Does Dalhousie University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Dalhousie University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Dalhousie University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Dalhousie University offer career services?

Yes

Does Dalhousie University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Dalhousie University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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