Mount Saint Vincent University

Mount Saint Vincent University (the Mount) is committed to providing the best university experience for all members of its community and to developing thoughtful, engaged citizens who make a positive impact on their world. With a unique blend of passion and individuality, the Mount is a university with unparalleled social impact; at home, across the country and overseas.

The Mount is located just minutes from downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia and is recognized for its small class sizes and personalized approach to learning. A diverse mix of more than 4,000 women and men from across Canada and from more than 60 countries take advantage of the Mount’s programs and unique sense of community through on-campus classes or at a distance.

Our history

The history of the Mount is a story of humanity and growth. From the beginning, the University has been concerned about the welfare and fortune of individuals and communities, at home and abroad. Established by the Sisters of Charity in 1873, the Mount was one of the only institutions of higher education for women in Canada. At a time when women could not vote, the Mount provided an opportunity for women to learn and participate equally in society.

Specialized programs

The Mount is renowned for its wide range programs and areas of study within arts, sciences, education and professional studies. One of the newest programs is the four-year Bachelor of Science (Science Communication), which will help fill a gap in Canada’s need for well-qualified science communicators and prepare students for further study. Other professional programs offered include: Applied Human Nutrition, Business Administration, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Child and Youth Studies and Public Relations. With Co-operative Education offered in three of these programs, students gain the experience they need to be ready for the workforce. The Mount’s bachelor’s degrees in Public Relations and Child and Youth Study are the only programs of their kind in Atlantic Canada. There are also 14 graduate programs that build on and enhance undergraduate program strengths, including the newly developed Master of Public Relations Program, which is the only one of its kind, in Canada.

Flexible learning options

A leader in distance education, the Mount offers innovative ways for students to study and learn. Students at the Mount can take classes on their own schedule with 10 full undergraduate degree programs and four graduate degree programs available through Distance Learning and Continuing Education.

A leader in research

The Mount ranks among the top three undergraduate universities in Canada for Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council grants. The University has more than doubled the number of undergraduate students holding research assistantships over the last three years, while graduate research assistantships have also increased. These unique opportunities can be life changing for students, opening up professional possibilities and new aspirations.

Campus life

The Mount has an active and engaging campus life. Students are involved in a number of different groups and societies, many of which reinforce the Mount’s commitment to social justice and address a wide range of interests and topics including: academic, international, political, environmental, social, community service and recreational. Home to some of the best athletes and teams in the region and country, athletics and recreation play a big role in campus life at the Mount. Our Mount Mystics varsity teams have been recognized for their athletic ability, their academics and fair play. The Mount’s fitness centre offers a wide range of classes and programs for students and community members.

Students can choose to live on campus through a range of residence options including Assisi Hall (traditional residence), the Birches (townhouses) or Westwood (apartment style residence).

Fact Box

Student population: 4900

City population: over 400,000

Rural/urban setting: Suburban

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Date of establishment: 1873

Mount Saint Vincent University offers 38 undergraduate degrees in liberal arts and sciences and an array of professional programs including Applied Human Nutrition, Business Administration, Child and Youth Study, Public Relations, and Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Tuition Fees: Domestic Students $4,265 - $5,595*  International Students $10,845-$11,150 per year

Cost of Living : Room and Board (on-campus): $6,750-$8,250 per year , Room Only (on-campus): 4,940-$5,700 per year  (off-campus)$10,000 per year.

 

 

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