You are about to apply for this program. Please review the program requirements, fees, refund policy, and all relevant information on this page carefully before proceeding.
- Academic Requirement: Completion of an undergraduate degree in any discipline A minimum Overall average of 70% of (around a B- or 2.7 GPA) as calculated in your undergraduate degree OR most recent degree. Receive two (2) positive academic or professional references Demonstrate three years of full-time work experience (strongly recommended)
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.5 (6.0) TOEFL: 90 (20) PTE: 61 (50) DUOLINGO: 120
Dalhousie University has specific refund policies for international students, particularly those covered by the International Tuition Guarantee. International students who fully withdraw before the add/drop deadline are generally eligible for refunds, with the effective date being the date the Registrar's Office receives the request. Withdrawals for compassionate reasons are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and refunds may be affected by changes in a student's major or degree
Key Points for International Students:
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Full Withdrawal:
To be eligible for a refund under the International Tuition Guarantee, students must fully withdraw from all courses on or before the add/drop deadline
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Withdrawal Notification:
Students must officially withdraw by submitting written notification to the Registrar's Office. Non-attendance does not constitute withdrawal, and fees will be payable if courses are not officially dropped.
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Compassionate Withdrawals:
If a student is withdrawing for compassionate reasons, their case will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
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Refund Process:
Refunds are processed through Student Accounts, and the refund schedule varies depending on the timing of the withdrawal.
- Validity of Information and Documents: You affirm that all information and copies of documents provided are valid, authentic, and up to date.
- Application Fee: The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.
- LOA Deposit: The Letter of Acceptance (LOA) deposit is refundable only if your study permit application is refused. If you fail to submit your visa application and request a refund of your LOA deposit, the college reserves the right to deny the refund.
- Accuracy of LOA Information: You must ensure that all information on the LOA is accurate, as it will be reflected on your Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL). Once issued, the details on the PAL cannot be changed.
- Email Communications: You are responsible for checking your email regularly for deadline notifications. Failure to do so may result in automatic removal from the intake, and your LOA deposit will not be refunded.
- Visa Submission Recommendation: We strongly recommend submitting your visa application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) at least three (3) months before the program start date. This aligns with college guidelines and supports refund requests in the event of visa refusal.
- GCKey Account Monitoring: You should monitor your GCKey account regularly and promptly inform the college of any updates to ensure timely actions (e.g., class registration, refund processing).
- Post-Registration Matters: Once you are registered at the institution, any withdrawal, tuition refund, or related issue becomes a direct matter between you and the institution; the agent cannot intervene.
- Tuition Refund Period: You acknowledge that most colleges enforce a maximum 90-day period for processing tuition fee refunds.
- Post-Graduation Work Permit: Subject to immigration regulations, you may be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit of up to three years upon successful completion of your study program. For details, please visit: Eligibility details.
- Change of Agent or Institution: You agree not to change your education agent or institution after your study visa has been granted or after any tuition fees have been paid.
- Immigration Regulation Changes: You acknowledge that immigration policies and procedures may change beyond our control. We cannot be held responsible for any direct or indirect impact such changes may have on your admission.
- Legal Standing: You confirm that there are no legal cases pending against you in any court of law in your home country or abroad.
- Application Fee: $200
- LOA Deposit: $6,850
- Annual Tuition Fee: $20,550
- Total Tuition Fee: $27,400
- Course Duration: 16 months
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: September-2025
- Study permit fee: $150 (Non-refundable)
- Biometric fee: $85 (Non-refundable)
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Student insurance (Annual):
- Silver Plan: $749.70/year
- Gold Plan: $865.20/year
Effective 8th Nov'24, deposit of GIC is not compulsory. It is optional to open a GIC account of $20,635.