Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is a state institution of higher education in Canada, which was founded in 1818. The main campus of Dalhous University is territorially located in the city of Halifax.

University Dalhous takes a confident position in the ranking of its country's institutions and currently is on the 12th place. In the international list of the best universities the institution now takes 233 place. Popular destinations here are:

• Art;
• humanitarian sciences;
• life sciences and medicine;
• natural Sciences.

In the country, this institution is considered the best in the quality of education. This is due to a large number of foreign specialists. Employers demonstrate a high interest in graduates of the university.

Outstanding graduates

Throughout its history, the university has produced a large number of students who have become famous personalities. Among them:

• Bertha Wilson (lawyer, first woman judge in the Supreme Court);
• Charles Joseph Clark (statesman and politician);
• Richard Bedford Bennett (Prime Minister of Canada);
• Martin Brian Mulroney (politician, lawyer);
• Anne McLellan (academician, politician);
• Darrell Alvin Dexter (lawyer, journalist, formerly a naval officer);
• Judson Graham Day (lawyer, businessman);
• Danny Williams (lawyer, politician, businessman);
• Ian Harvey Hanomansing (television journalist);
• Peter Gordon McKay (politician, minister of national defense);
• Allan Emrys Blakeney (Prime Minister);
• John Carnell Crosby (provincial and federal politician);
• Clyde Kirby Wells (Prime Minister of Newfoundland).

This list can be continued for a long time, so there are many outstanding graduates.

The Agricultural Campus welcomes new students with the Truro Start Program, which helps them settle into university life. The Student Success Centre provides support in academic advising, accessibility of the educational environment, and the development of study skills. The campus has a full-time nurse who also advises international students.

The Bachelor of Nursing program in Yarmouth is available in two formats: three-year (Direct Entry) and two-year (Advanced Standing, for applicants with transfer credits). Core courses are taught by the partner university Université Ste. Anne.

• Halifax is often called "Canada's best-kept secret" for its unique combination of rich maritime history, the cozy atmosphere of its waterfront, a thriving culinary scene, and the picturesque natural beauty of the Atlantic coast,
• Truro is called "the hub of Nova Scotia": the town is equidistant from the equator and the North Pole,
• the community of Bible Hill, where the Agricultural Campus is located, was incorporated as a settlement in 1953 and has a population of more than 5,000 people; the campus itself is the community's largest employer,
• Cumming Hall on the Agricultural Campus was historically the first building of the Nova Scotia Agricultural College — the predecessor of the modern campus,
• the average snowfall in Halifax during a winter season is 154 cm.

Accommodation. New students entering directly from school (Canadian citizens and international students) are guaranteed a place in residence upon submission of a complete application by May 1. Priority is given to Indigenous students (Mi'kmaq first), African-Canadian students (Historical African Nova Scotian first), and students with disabilities or chronic conditions that significantly affect their housing needs. The residence application requires payment of a non-refundable registration fee, and rooms are assigned on a «first come, first served» basis, so early submission increases the chances of obtaining a preferred option.

The Agricultural Campus has three residences — Fraser, Chapman, and Trueman: single, «super-single,» and double rooms are available, there are quiet floors and women-only floors, and Trueman has a dedicated space for mature students. Each building has common lounges, games rooms, study areas, and a kitchenette. Students in the medicine program in Saint John live with the support of University of New Brunswick Saint John, which provides infrastructure, student support, and library services. Nursing students in Yarmouth have access to accommodation at Beulah Raymond Hall residence.

Dining. Dining for most residence students on the Agricultural Campus is organized in the Jenkins Hall dining hall: hot meals, a salad bar, desserts and ice cream, coffee, and a separate My Pantry area where students cook from supplied ingredients. For students living in traditional residences, a meal plan is mandatory and is selected when confirming the offered room.

Subject list: Athletics&Recreation

The Agricultural Campus fields varsity teams in soccer, volleyball, badminton, cross-country, women's rugby, and logger sports, and runs recreational leagues for students and faculty.

Langille Athletic Centre offers fitness classes included in student fees: line dancing, yoga, and pickleball.

The campus pub The Barn hosts bingo, line dancing, and themed trivia nights. Through the Aggies at Night program, students can enjoy movie nights and creative workshops.

• Dalhousie is among the 15 largest research universities in Canada, combining a high standard of student experience with significant research outcomes and social responsibility in the province of Nova Scotia,
• the university upholds the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across all processes: when submitting an application, prospective students can self-identify as members of relevant groups to receive information about dedicated programs, admission pathways, and special scholarships.

The institution has five student libraries, a research laboratory, the Thomas McCulloch biological museum, an art gallery and sports facilities. Foreign citizens have the opportunity to live in a student hostel, the cost of which per month is 722-1223 USD.

Dalhousie University is a member of such associations as:

• Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada;
• Association of Commonwealth Universities;
• Group of Thirteen;
• Canadian Bureau for International Education;
• Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate.

Such cooperation provides an opportunity for students to take part in various international competitions and olympiads.

Tuition fees and charges are approved by the university's board of trustees annually. New rates take effect on April 1 and may change from year to year, beginning with the summer semester. International students may be eligible for an international tuition guarantee that locks in the rate for the entire duration of the program.

Additional non-tuition fees are mandatory for all students and vary depending on campus, program, enrollment status, and student type. Fee categories include:

• student union fee,
• medical and dental insurance (a separate plan — for international students),
• international student association fee,
• campus infrastructure improvement fee,
• athletic facilities renewal fee for Halifax campuses,
• a separate Sexton campus infrastructure fee for the faculties of engineering, architecture, and planning,
• first aid service fee,
• off-campus student support council fee.

New undergraduate students beginning their studies in the fall at Halifax campuses pay a one-time orientation fee. Students may opt out before classes begin. A late payment penalty applies if payment is overdue.

To enroll in Dalhousie University, the entrant will be required to provide a progress sheet from the previous place of study. Next, you need to pass the entrance examination. Based on the results of all data, enrollment takes place. The entry competition here is not very strict. About 80% of applicants from the general usually become students. This indicator can vary depending on the chosen specialty. There are no gender restrictions.

The University of Dalhous is in constant development. To date, it has more than 14,000 students and 1000 teachers. The academic year is divided into two semesters. The cost of studying for a bachelor or master is 7000 USD per year. Excellent students have the opportunity to participate in the scholarship program. Also, the school supports a student exchange program.

Every year, undergraduate students receive $38 million in financial aid and material support. Support programs include scholarships, grants, subsidized loans, and on-campus employment.

Student loans can be obtained through the student's home province, territory, or country. If a government loan is unavailable, a student line of credit or a bank loan can be arranged. Emergency loans are available for students facing short-term financial difficulties, such as while waiting for other funding.

The university offers entrance scholarships for applicants, scholarships for graduate and professional program students, and prestigious external scholarships at the national and international level.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision