Institution

Saint Mary’s University

Halifax, Nova Scotia · Canada · Public institution

Post-secondary institution designated by the Government of Canada.

International student tuition

For new international students starting in 2026–27, the published fee per half-credit course is CAD 3,301 in Arts or Commerce, and CAD 3,334 in Science and Engineering. These course rates include the applicable faculty fee.

Official source · Checked Oct 15, 2026

English language requirements

IELTS Academic: overall 6.5, with no component below 6.0.

Official source · Checked Oct 15, 2026

Undergraduate programs

Undergraduate programs and subjects listed in the official catalogue include:

Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Science

Official source · Checked Oct 15, 2026

Provincial average tuition

Nova Scotia · 2026/2027 · CAD

Canadian graduate: $11,245.00
Canadian undergraduate: $10,029.00
International graduate: $26,230.00
International undergraduate: $31,057.00

Annual provincial averages, not this institution’s tuition.

Statistics Canada · 37-10-0045-01 · Checked Oct 15, 2026

Campuses and programs

Province: Nova Scotia
City: Halifax
Campus: Halifax
Type: Public institution
Graduate programs: Yes
PGWP: Yes

Not all programs offered by a DLI are eligible for a PGWP. Make sure to check the details for a list of eligible programs offered by the DLI.

Sources and dates

DLI listImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship CanadaOpen official sourceUpdated Oct 5, 2026Checked Oct 15, 2026

Member universityUniversities CanadaMember listPublished Jun 27, 2024Updated Oct 15, 2025Checked Oct 15, 2026

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