Information for international agents

At Dalhousie, our work with agents is an integral part of our broader mission to cultivate collaborative and lasting relationships in the global education community.

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Partners in student success

Dalhousie is committed to our agent partners and understands the pivotal role they play in linking international students with our institution.

Our comprehensive support for agents includes:

Access to a dedicated team of admission experts
Personalized assistance
Prompt responses to inquiries
On-the-ground support
Regular updates on program offerings
Robust training materials
Transparent and competitive commission structure
Exclusive Agent Portal

Why Dalhousie?

Dalhousie is dedicated to international students’ success. Our comprehensive support system includes academic advising, immigration assistance, and extensive campus life resources, from health and wellness to career services. We also offer an international tuition guarantee for undergraduate students.

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Learn more about what we have to offer

Why Dal

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Programs

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Rankings

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International admissions

Undergraduate Graduate

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International Centre

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Tuition and fees

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Info for International Students

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Current agents can access this information and more via our Agent Portal

Contact us

Yentl Lee

Assistant Registrar, Agent Relations

yentl.lee@dal.ca

Interested in representing Dalhousie?

You’re not just partners; you’re an essential part of our team.

If you’d like to become an authorized representative for Dalhousie, please fill out the application form below. We will review your proposal and contact you should we wish to move forward with your submission. Please note that given the volume of applications, we will not respond to all proposals. Thank you for your understanding.

Apply to become an authorized representative for Dalhousie

Authorized agents

Dalhousie works with authorized agents who can assist with programs and applications. We recommend using only authorized agents. Using an education agent to apply to Dalhousie is optional.

Please note: No agent has special access to our programs or can guarantee admission.

View our list of authorized agents below.

The following agents are authorized to assist with applications to undergraduate and graduate degrees at Dalhousie:

3M Overseas Education

Apex Education Consultant

Beijing New Oriental Vision Overseas Consulting Co.

Cambridge Training & Consultancy

Campus Abroad Mauritius

Can-Achieve Education

Canada Education Connect Inc. (CedC Inc.)

Canadian Education Consulting & Management (CECM)

Canam Consultants Ltd.

CanAtlantic Education

Cango Consultants

CDS Turkey

CEI Vietnam

Charms Education & Immigration

Computrain PVT Ltd.

CSB Study Abroad

Disha Consultants

ECC Hive

EduAtlantic

Eduko Pathways Bangladesh

Eduko Pathways Sri Lanka

EduProof Inc

Edwise International LLP

Education International Cooperation (EIC) Group Limited

Future Link Consultants

Futures Abroad

Geebee Education Pvt. Ltd.

IDP

JJL Overseas Education Consulting and Service

Kanth’s Immigration & Educational Consultants Pvt. Ltd.

KC Overseas Education

Kuwaiti Cultural Office

LAE-EDU

NANJING LEXISMORE TRADING CO., LTD

North & Beyond (HWD)

Oak & Dexter Consult

PFL Group International Ltd

Silver Fern Education Consultants

Student Travel International (STI)

Tasmac Global Education Pvt Ltd

Valmiki Group

Wild Rover Enterprises Ltd.

Worldwide Education & Migration Services

Worldwide Education Consultants

The following agents are authorized to assist with application to non-degree programs and courses offered by the Faculty of Open Learning and Career Planning at Dalhousie, such as English for Academic Purposes (EAP):

3RA

AECC Global

Aulicino Turismo e Intecambio

Be Easy Viagens e Intercambios Ltda.

Gold Tassel University Programs

Intake Abroad Inc.

Make Study (Deepak Enterprises)

Marco Polo Education

Meineduworld

North American School De Idiomas LTDA.

Pathway Immigration Vancouver

Reaction Nepal Consultants Pvt. Ltd.

Ruhe Global Resources - Nigeria

Totem Education Inc.

Travelmate Intercambio E Turismo Franchising LTDA

Contact your advisor

You can always contact one of our recruitment advisors at Dalhousie University to get help with enrollment, programming or funding your education.

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Code of Conduct for the Ethical Recruitment of International Students

International students bring diverse perspectives and experience to Dalhousie University’s campuses, enriching the learning environment and our communities. A healthy international student population enhances Dalhousie’s academic reputation, furthers internationalization goals, generates important tuition revenue and contributes to Nova Scotia’s economy and culture.

As part of Dalhousie’s international recruitment plans, the university engages trusted education agents to help attract diverse cohorts of international students. This Code of Conduct describes the required professional behaviour of third-party agents when working with international students, parents, providers, and fellow agents across the sector. Specifically, this Code of Conduct:

Confirms Dalhousie University’s commitment to ethical student recruitment practices;
Defines the ethical responsibilities and professional standards required of agents representing Dalhousie; and
Aims to ensure integrity, fairness, and respect in all interactions with prospective students.

Application: This Code of Conduct applies to third party individuals and organizations who engage in student recruitment activities on Dalhousie’s behalf (“Agents”).
Authority: This Policy falls under the authority of the Vice-President, Office of Strategic Engagement.
Administration: The Office of Student Recruitment and Marketing is the unit responsible for the administration of this Code of Conduct, including relationship management, monitoring, reporting, and records management.

1. Ethical principles

Integrity
- Honesty: Provide truthful and accurate information about Dalhousie University, including programs, admissions processes, and associated costs.
- Transparency: Act transparently in all business dealings and advisory services, including avoiding any potential conflicts of interest and misrepresentation.
Professionalism
- Knowledge: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of Dalhousie’s programs, policies, and the Canadian educational landscape.
- Respect: Treat all prospective students, their families, and university staff with dignity and courtesy.
- Loyalty: Act in the best interests of both students and Dalhousie.
Fairness
- Equity: Ensure equitable treatment of all applicants, regardless of their background, nationality, or financial status.
- Non-Discrimination: Refrain from discriminatory practices and promote diversity and inclusion in recruitment efforts.
Confidentiality
- Privacy Protection: Safeguard the personal information of students and applicants, complying with relevant privacy laws and university policies.
- Confidentiality must be maintained regarding all student interactions and related data. e. Compliance i. Contractual compliance: Abide by the terms and conditions of the Dalhousie Agency Agreement.
- Regulatory compliance: Follow local, provincial and federal laws related to the recruitment of international students (including but not limited to, providing immigration advice only through a Registered Canadian Immigration Consultant or Canadian practising lawyer.)
- Policy Compliance: Abide by Dalhousie University’s policies and procedures regarding admissions and student recruitment.

2. Responsibilities of agents

Accurate Representation
- Clear Communication: Provide comprehensive and honest descriptions of Dalhousie’s academic programs, fees, campus resources, student life, cost of living,
- Realistic Expectations: Communicate the realistic outcomes of studying at Dalhousie, including potential career paths, job market conditions, professional licensure requirements, if any, etc.
Transparency
- Disclosure: Disclosure of any agent fees, commissions, use of subagents, or potential conflicts of interest to prospective students and Dalhousie is required.
Effective Communication
- Timely Responses: Ensure prompt communication with prospective students and their families, addressing inquiries and concerns effectively.
- Feedback Mechanism: Encourage prospective students to share their experiences and provide feedback, reporting any issues to Dalhousie University.
Training and Development
- Ongoing Education: Participate in training and professional development opportunities provided by Dalhousie and relevant professional bodies to stay informed about best practice in international recruitment.
- Skill Enhancement: Actively seek opportunities to enhance recruitment skills and knowledge of the education sector.

3. Commitment to ethical recruitment

Building Trust
- Positive Environment: Foster an environment of trust and respect between prospective students and the university.
- Community Engagement: Engage with local communities to promote Dalhousie, its programs and its values.
Supporting Student Success
- Holistic Support: Assist prospective students in understanding the full scope of their educational journey, including support services available at Dalhousie.
- Continuous Improvement: Encourage student feedback to improve recruitment practices and address any concerns.
- Identifying barriers to applicant success: Subject always to D.1.e.ii., assess applicant’s likelihood of success in the study permit application process (e.g. language ability, financial capacity, etc.).

4. Monitoring and accountability

Compliance Monitoring
- Regular Reviews: Agents will undergo periodic evaluations to ensure adherence to this Code of Conduct.
- Feedback: Feedback from students and university staff will inform agent performance assessments. Agents are also expected to provide feedback and suggestions to Dalhousie about how it can improve its support of agents and future students
Consequences of Violations
- Disciplinary Actions: Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary measures, within Dalhousie’s sole discretion, up to and including the immediate termination of the agency agreement.