Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University at a glance
Dalhousie University is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. It was established in 1818. It holds a world ranking of #351. It enrols around 4,830 students.
About Dalhousie University
A user-friendly, one-stop space to connect community members with events, resources, spaces, and services across Dal.
Nova Scotia is at the heart of who we are, and we are dedicated to creating a meaningful, positive impact here at home—one that can inspire change around the world.
By embracing our role as a civic university—along with our commitment to reconciliation and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals—The Dalhousie Community Hub is where community members can explore Dal’s support services, opportunities, people, and spaces – all in one place.
Our goal is to make it easier for community members to stay connected, informed, and better access services and resources.
Dalhousie University presents Nova Scotia Engagement Days, a series of community events across the province. As Nova Scotia’s flagship university, Dalhousie is committed to building trust through meaningful relationships—bringing the university into communities to listen, learn, and support shared goals.
Your one-stop resource for discovering people, places, opportunities, and support services available to you at Dal. Stay connected, informed, and engaged.
Read impactful stories of what we've achieved together - as educators, students, staff, governments, and community members.
Madison Dunbar, a Faculty of Science student spent the summer with the Inclusive Pathways to Medical Professions (IPMP) initiative, attending outreach and recruitment events hosted by Mi'kmaw communities across the region.
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Common questions about Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. It is a public institution.
Yes. Indian students apply as international applicants, which normally means academic transcripts, an English test score, a statement of purpose and proof of funds for the visa. Deadlines follow the intake you are applying for rather than the Indian academic year.