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Dalhousie Agricultural Campus
Note: Campus of Dalhousie University; students apply and graduate through Dalhousie.
Why
Why students choose Dalhousie Agricultural Campus
Suits students drawn to hands-on agricultural, environmental and food-related studies in a small-town campus.
Because
What sets it apart
The Truro campus grew out of the Nova Scotia Agricultural College, founded in 1905, and joined Dalhousie University in 2012. It offers a compact campus with farm and research facilities and access to a major research university.
Program areas it is known for
- Agriculture
- Plant and animal science
- Environmental sciences
- Food science
- Aquaculture
- Business and sustainability
Cost
What it costs an international student
| Item | Amount | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| International tuition | CAD 30,906 | Faculty of Agriculture degree program (Truro), per year, 2026-27 guaranteed-tuition estimate · official source |
| Housing & daily living | By city | See living cost examples; we build a full first-year budget with you |
| Health insurance, books, fees | Extra | Set by the institution and province each year |
Fees change every year and differ by program. We confirm the exact figure for your program before you apply.
Result
What the student gains
Gains a Dalhousie degree pathway in applied life and environmental sciences with close faculty contact.
- Job-ready skills. Programs designed with employers, with labs, simulators and placements.
- Lower total cost. Most college programs cost well below a university degree.
- A faster start. Certificates in a year and diplomas in two, so the career starts sooner.
- Doors to a degree. Transfer agreements let many graduates continue to university later.
Next step
How we help you apply
- Program shortlist. We match programs at Dalhousie Agricultural Campus and similar colleges to your goals and budget.
- Application file. We prepare and track your application through to the offer letter.
- First-year budget. Tuition, housing, insurance and daily costs in one plan.
Book a free assessment and get a clear plan for Dalhousie Agricultural Campus.