Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine
Established
1868
City
Halifax
Average Tution Fee
$18,000 / Year (Domestic Only)
Students
~21,000
International Students
~4,000+
About Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine
Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine is one of Canada’s oldest and most respected medical schools, serving Atlantic Canada through excellence in medical education, research, and healthcare innovation. The curriculum combines foundational medical sciences with early clinical experiences, simulation-based education, and community-based learning.
Students complete clinical training across hospitals and healthcare facilities throughout Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. The faculty is recognized for strengths in primary care, rural medicine, medical education research, global health, and population health while preparing physicians to improve healthcare across diverse communities.
Programs Offered
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Programs Offered
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Average Cost of Study
Avg. Tuition Fee
Hostel Fee
Living Cost
*Fees may vary depending on the university guideline and program.
Average Cost of Study
Avg. Tuition Fee
Hostel Fee
Living Cost
*Fees may vary depending on the university guideline and program.
Programs Offered
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Eligibility Criteria
- • Academics:Completed 4-year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.30 (3.80+ recommended).
- • Standardized Testing:MCAT mandatory with minimum section cutoffs.
- • Language & Testing:CASPer test required + English language proficiency.
- • Health & Documentation:Medical health clearance, immunization records, and vulnerable sector check.
Required Documents
- Official post-secondary transcripts (WES evaluation for non-North American studies)
- Electronic MCAT score report
- CASPer test results
- Section 2 essay & applicant statement
- 3 Reference letters (CAF)
- Proof of Canadian Citizenship or PR card
- Maritime residency verification documentation
- Immunization clearance and Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
