Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University overview
Dalhousie University, located in Nova Scotia, Canada, is a public university. Founded in 1818, the institution has carried its long educational tradition forward to the present day, blending that tradition with a modern approach in keeping with the demands of the era, and aims to provide students with a quality education across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Ranked among Canada's top universities, it is ranked 12th in the QS World University Rankings 2022. The university is also a member of U15, the group of Canada's research-intensive universities.
Dalhousie University has an acceptance rate of around 60% for international students, which means its student body consists of high-achieving individuals. With more than 20,000 students across four campuses, it is a publicly funded research university.
The university has two important student unions that represent and look after student interests: the Dalhousie Student Union and the Dalhousie Association of Graduate Students. Among the university's notable alumni is an academic who is a Nobel Prize recipient.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University, located in Nova Scotia, Canada, is a public university. Founded in 1818, the institution has carried its long educational tradition forward to the present day, blending that tradition with a modern approach in keeping with the demands of the era, and aims to provide students with a quality education across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Ranked among Canada's top universities, it is ranked 12th in the QS World University Rankings 2022. The university is also a member of U15, the group of Canada's research-intensive universities.
Dalhousie University has an acceptance rate of around 60% for international students, which means its student body consists of high-achieving individuals. With more than 20,000 students across four campuses, it is a publicly funded research university.
The university has two important student unions that represent and look after student interests: the Dalhousie Student Union and the Dalhousie Association of Graduate Students. Among the university's notable alumni is an academic who is a Nobel Prize recipient.
Dalhousie University faculties and programs
Dalhousie University scholarships and financial aid
Each year, promising Dalhousie students are provided with scholarship opportunities through Student Affairs.
For scholarship applications, you can visit this page.
How to get into Dalhousie University
Prospective students wishing to apply to undergraduate programs offered by Dalhousie University must meet the following requirements:
- High school diploma with a strong GPA
- Language proficiency documentation (IELTS: 6.5 - TOEFL: 90)
- Transcript
- Statement of purpose
- A personal biography/autobiographical statement
Prospective students wishing to apply to graduate programs offered by Dalhousie University must meet the following requirements:
- University degree and any other degrees, if applicable
- Transcript
- Statement of purpose
- CV
- 2 letters of reference
- Language proficiency documentation
-Additional testing may be required depending on the program you are applying to.
Take a closer look at Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University has three campuses in Halifax, a fourth campus in Bible Hill, and a second medical campus in Saint John, New Brunswick. Dalhousie University's three Halifax campuses are located within walking distance of downtown Halifax and in residential neighborhoods.
The three campuses in Halifax:
- Studley Campus
- Carleton Campus
- Sexton Campus
Historic buildings and well-maintained, modern spaces create a beautiful and inspiring learning environment. All of the university's campuses are designed to meet students' needs. Classrooms, workshops, and laboratories are equipped with the latest technology.
From bookstores and dining options to social spaces and shopping centers, students can meet all their needs on campus or in areas close to the campuses. The libraries located on campus offer students state-of-the-art learning and research opportunities. You'll have access to one of the largest university library systems in Atlantic Canada. Librarians will guide and support you as you work on class projects and research.
The "International Centre" on campus supports international students who come to Dalhousie to study and helps facilitate opportunities for studying abroad.
Notable Dalhousie University alumni:
- Martin Henry Dawson (pioneer of penicillin therapy)
- Erik Demaine (the youngest professor ever hired at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology)
- Arthur B. McDonald (Nobel Prize recipient: 2015 Nobel Prize in Physics)
- Kathryn D. Sullivan (NASA astronaut, first American woman to walk in space)
- Frank Bainimarama (Prime Minister of Fiji)
- Richard Bedford Bennett (11th Prime Minister of Canada)
- Joe Clark (16th Prime Minister of Canada)
- Clarence Gosse (4th Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia)
- Ernest Buckler (author)
- Chris Murphy (musician)
- Candy Palmater (comedian)
Dalhousie University cost of living
Dalhousie University awards and achievements
- Arthur B. McDonald (Nobel Ödülü Sahibi: 2015 Nobel Fizik Ödülü)
- AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) akreditasyonu.
- American Library Association (ALA) akreditasyonu.
- Canadian Association of Programs in Public Administration (CAPPA) akreditasyonu.
- Co-operative Education and Work Integrated Learning (CEWIL) Canada akreditasyonu.
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Halifax, Canada
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