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Bachelor's degree, Social sciences and humanities. Fairleigh Dickinson University, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Studies (BAIS): International Relations is a bachelor's degree program in social sciences and humanities at Fairleigh Dickinson University, a private institution in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, founded in 2007.
First-year tuition is listed at 22,920 USD and the application fee at 100 USD. The earliest intake currently open is May 2027.
Applications to Fairleigh Dickinson University typically receive a decision in 10 days and 2 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 40,035 USD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Plan for first-year tuition, living costs at the level IRCC sets, and travel. Tuition varies widely between universities, colleges and provinces. IRCC revises the living-cost figure from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the official study permit page.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 22,920 USD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 17,015 USD |
| Application fee (one time) | 100 USD |
| Estimated first-year total | 40,035 USD |
Our directory lists 938 bachelor's degree programs in social sciences and humanities at 63 schools in Canada. Their median first-year tuition is 28,893 USD, and the middle half cost between 22,400 USD and 35,000 USD.
At 22,920 USD, Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Studies (BAIS): International Relations is 21% below the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 14,730 USD to 54,020 USD.
If budget matters, these bachelor's degree programs in social sciences and humanities have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in Canada.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts (Applied) - Community Research and Evaluation | Okanagan College - Kelowna, Kelowna | 14,730 USD |
| Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology | Brandon University, Brandon | 15,851 USD |
| Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice (Honours) (1240C) (Co-op) | Conestoga College - Doon, Kitchener | 15,961 USD |
| Bachelor of Arts - Advanced Humanities - English Literature and History | Providence University College & Theological Seminary, Otterburne | 16,230 USD |
| Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology | University of New Brunswick - Fredericton, Fredericton | 16,595 USD |
| Bachelor of Regional and Community Planning | University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), Abbotsford | 17,184 USD |
Working back from a May 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September is the main intake. Many institutions also admit in January and May. Applications usually open several months ahead and some programmes close early.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| September 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| November 2026 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| January 2027 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| April 2027 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
Fairleigh Dickinson University sets the exact entry requirements for Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Studies (BAIS): International Relations. For a bachelor's degree, applicants usually need the following.
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First-year tuition is listed at 22,920 USD. Living costs are extra; Fairleigh Dickinson University estimates 17,015 USD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
The application fee is 100 USD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.
The earliest intake currently open is May 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a bachelor's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.
You need a Study permit, decided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
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