Your guide to the application process
Applying for graduate studies at ±«Óãtv is a detailed process. We’ve outlined the steps below, and don’t hesitate toÌýreach out toÌýusÌýif you run intoÌýchallengesÌýalong the way.
Before you start your application please ensure you review and meet your:
Check yourÌýapplication deadline
Your application deadlineÌýdepends on your citizenship,Ìýthe term you want to startÌýand, inÌýmanyÌýcases, the specific program you are applying to. Non-Canadian applicants generally need to apply earlier than Canadian applicants to allow for the processing of study permits.
The table below provides the general application deadlines set by the Faculty of Graduate Studies. But be sure toÌýconfirmÌýthe deadline for your program of choice by visiting theÌýProgramsÌýpage of our website.Ìý
General application deadlines
¹ó´Ç°ùÌýSeptemberÌý²¹»å³¾¾±²õ²õ¾±´Ç²Ô:
ÌýJune 1Ìý(Canadian applicants),ÌýApril 1Ìý(non-Canadian applicants)
¹ó´Ç°ùÌýJanuaryÌý²¹»å³¾¾±²õ²õ¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý
October 31Ìý(Canadian applicants),ÌýAugust 31Ìý(non-Canadian applicants)
¹ó´Ç°ùÌýMayÌý²¹»å³¾¾±²õ²õ¾±´Ç²Ô:Ìý
February 28Ìý(Canadian applicants),ÌýDecember 31Ìý(non-Canadian applicants)
Complete the online form and pay the application fee
To apply, complete the and pay the $115 application fee. Payment must be received before your application is processed. Methods of payment are included on the online application.
Other steps to consider
In addition to submitting your application form you will need to provide supporting documents and may need to secure a faculty member to work with as a supervisor for your research. Review the listÌýbelow to determine what else may be required and to learn what to do after submitting your application.
Notice: Students experiencing difficulty securing official documentation due to conflict or devastation
±«Óãtv understands that humanitarian crises are occuring worldwide and cause unique challenges for students.Ìý
If you are having difficulty completing your application or providing official academic documentation due to an exceptional circumstance, please contact us at vicki.sullivan@dal.ca so we can assist you.Ìý
Supports we may be able to offer including providing expedited application review and/or facilitating admissions without official transcripts in the event schools are unable to response in a timely fashion to requests.Ìý