University profile

Dalhousie University

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Founded in 1818, Dalhousie University is a university in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. It enrols approximately 21,249 students. The institution is ranked #283 in the QS World University Rankings.

Admission rate
65%
Founded
1818
QS World Rank
#283
QS 2026 · Score 47.2

Official data

Figures from government statistics, national graduate surveys and the university's own published fees. Each shows its source and the period it covers.

Undergraduate tuition — home students
2026-2027 Undergraduate Fee Schedule, Fall and Winter Term Estimates, Halifax Campus, Arts: $301.00 per billing hour; 'Per Term Estimate (15 Billing Hrs)' $4,515.00, tuition only. Fall + Winter = 4,515.00 x 2 = 9,030.00. [Universities Canada/StatCan 2025-26 arts & humanities range for comparison: $7,747-$9,030.]
C$9,030 / year
Undergraduate tuition — international students
2026-2027 International Fee Schedule - Guaranteed Tuition Model, Halifax Campus, Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences: 'Program Guaranteed Tuition' $37,992.00 per year (half charged in Fall, half in Winter), tuition only. Excludes society fee ($13), incidental fees (Fall $2,603.89, Winter $475.26) and course auxiliary fees. Applies to international students entering Fall 2024 or later. [Universities Canada/StatCan 2025-26 arts & humanities range for comparison: $31,471-$35,842.]
C$37,992 / year
Students enrolled
Total headcount = sum of full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate fall enrolment (FT undergrad 14,934, FT graduate 3,964, PT undergrad 1,642, PT graduate 709).
Source: Enrolment by university · as of Fall 2025
21,249

Upcoming deadlines

For 2027 entry. Dates can change, so confirm on the source before you apply.

This university

Dates this university publishes for itself.

  • Program-specific application deadline (Nursing, Health Sciences, Medical Sciences, Social Work) and entrance scholarship deadline · in 125 days
    BScN, BHSc, BSc (Medical Sciences), BSW; other programs accept applications while space is available · Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
  • Deadline to accept offer of admission (pay deposit) and provide proof of English proficiency · in 200 days
    Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-27
Track this and get reminders Email reminders before each date, with the Admissions Pipeline.

About the institution

  • Affiliations: Agence universitaire de la Francophonie, Association of Commonwealth Universities, Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, Canadian Association of Research Libraries, Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences (+7 more)
Official website ↗ Wikipedia ↗

Outcomes

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at Dalhousie University?

Dalhousie University has an admission rate of approximately 65.0%. This figure reflects the overall proportion of applicants who receive an offer of admission.

When was Dalhousie University founded?

Dalhousie University was founded in 1818.

How many students attend Dalhousie University?

Dalhousie University enrols approximately 21,249 students.

How much is tuition at Dalhousie University for international students?

Undergraduate tuition for international students at Dalhousie University is about C$37,992 a year (2026-27, Dalhousie University official fee schedule (PDF)). Fees vary by programme; home students pay a different rate.

What is the QS World Ranking of Dalhousie University?

Dalhousie University is ranked #283 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.

What is the official website of Dalhousie University?

The official website of Dalhousie University is dal.ca.

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