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Frequently Asked Questions

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Program-related questions

IS YOUR PROGRAM OFFERED AS PART-TIME STUDIES?

Due to the nature of our program, part-time studies are not available. Students must enroll as full-time students.

CAN I ENROLL TO START IN JANUARY?

Enrolment is only offered in September of each year; therefore, January enrolment is not possible.

IS YOUR PROGRAM OFFERED ONLINE?

Due to the nature of our program, it is not available online. In addition, please note that distance learning is not available either.

WHY ARE THE SLP AND AUDIOLOGY PROGRAMS AT DALHOUSIE THREE YEARS IN DURATION WHEREAS OTHER PROGRAMS IN CANADA ARE ONLY TWO YEARS?

We offer a unique program consisting of both foundation and profession-specific courses, with no specific course prerequisites required for admission. This allows students from a wide range of academic backgrounds to apply. 

WHAT IS THE COST OF THE PROGRAM?

The costs associated with the program can be estimated on the Dalhousie Money Matters website.

 

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Admission-related questions

WHEN IS THE ADMISSION DEADLINE?

The deadline to apply for our fall enrolment is January 15.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR ADMISSION TO YOUR PROGRAM?

The application requirements and procedures are clearly outlined on our website. Please see the Admissions section of our website for more information.

ARE INTERVIEWS PART OF THE ADMISSION PROCESS?

Interviews are not part of the admission process at the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders.

I AM APPLYING TO BOTH PROGRAMS AT YOUR SCHOOL (SPEECH & AUDIOLOGY). DO I NEED TO SUBMIT TWO SEPARATE APPLICATIONS?

Applicants who would like to apply to both programs must submit two separate applications and application fees.

HOW IS MY GPA CALCULATED?

The GPA used in the admission process is calculated using the most recent 60 credit-hours (equivalent to 20 half credit courses) of undergraduate studies for which grades are available at the time of application. Please note that graduate degrees, diplomas, and certificates will not be counted.

 

WHEN CAN I EXPECT TO HEAR FROM THE SCHOOL REGARDING THE STATUS OF MY APPLICATION?

Applicants will receive notification about their application status via email during the months of April and May. Applicants who have been placed on a waiting list will be contacted if a spot becomes available. This may happen at any time between May and the first week of September.

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Further Admission Inquiries should be made by email only and can be sent to scsd.admissions@dal.ca.