Dalhousie University
Chinese version: 达尔豪斯大学申请指南
Summary
- Important Canadian university with strong regional and program-level competitiveness.
- Best evaluated as school + program combination.
- Main location: Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Campuses
| Campus | Location | Character |
|---|
| Main Campus | Halifax, Nova Scotia | Core undergraduate programs |
Faculties and Program Strengths
| Faculty/Area | Typical strengths |
|---|
| Key strengths | Pre-med pathways, Ocean, Engineering, Health |
Requirements (Programs, Courses, GPA/Average)
Data date: 2026-02-25. Program thresholds vary by year; verify official pages for your cycle.
| Program | Required prerequisite courses | Min course grade | Competitive average / GPA | Supplementary |
|---|
| Science, Engineering, Health, Commerce | English + program math/science prerequisites | Program-specific | Varies by program and cycle | Program-dependent |
| Engineering-related | English + Calculus + Physics + Chemistry (typical) | Program-specific | Usually higher in competitive streams | Often required in competitive streams |
| Business-related | English + strong math background (typical) | Program-specific | Competitive programs trend higher | Sometimes required |
| Science/Health-related | English + Biology/Chemistry and math (typical) | Program-specific | Competitive streams trend higher | Program-dependent |
Admissions Priorities
- Strong Grade 12 academic profile and prerequisite completion.
- Program fit and supplementary quality matter in competitive programs.
- International applicants should verify English proficiency requirements.
Competitive Snapshot
- General difficulty range: 中.
- Typical fit profile: 想要节奏相对平衡、关注海洋与健康方向.
Application Workflow
- Submit via the required provincial/central system when applicable.
- Activate university portal and submit documents.
- Complete supplementary requirements if your program asks.
- Track decision and conditions in the portal.
Key Dates (Typical Cycle)
- Most Fall intakes have key deadlines around January-February.
- Supplementary/document deadlines vary by program.
- Always verify exact dates from the official admissions page.
Q&A
Q1: Is this school equally hard for all programs?
- No. Difficulty can differ significantly by program.
Q2: Should I treat published ranges as guaranteed cutoffs?
- No. They are guidance references, not guaranteed offers.
Q3: What should BC students prepare first?
- English 12 plus program-specific math/science prerequisites.
References