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Overview

York University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1959, York University (YU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security. YU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 67-year-old Canadian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. YU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

York University's Control Typepublic

Entity

York University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

York University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

York University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym YU
Founded 1959
Motto Tentanda via
The way must be tried
Colours Red and white
Mascot Lion

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Location

Address 4700 Keele Street
Toronto
M3J 1P3 Ontario
Canada
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York University Phone Number (416) 736 5002
York University Fax Number (416) 736 5913
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

York University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important York University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Psychological Association (APA)
  • Ontario College of Teachers (OCT)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize York University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

York University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of York University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify York University's academic range and degree level offering.



York University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

York University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

York University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of York University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at York University.



York University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact York University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official York University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

York University Admission Info


York University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

York University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


York University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

York University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

York University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


York University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
York University has more than 12300 international students.


York University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact York University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

York University Size and Profile


York University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

York University has a student enrollment ranging from 40,000 to 44,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


York University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

York University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


York University's Control Type Control Type

York University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


York University's Entity Type Entity Type

York University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


York University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

York University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


York University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

York University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


York University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


York University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

York University Facilities


York University's Library University Library

Yes Visit York University's Library


York University's Housing University Housing

Yes


York University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


York University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

York University Services


York University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


York University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


York University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


York University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


York University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

York University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of York University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

York University
  • Faculty of Arts
  • Atkinson Faculty of Liberal and Professional Studies
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Environmental Studies
  • Faculty of Fine Arts
  • Glendon College
  • Faculty of Graduate Studies
  • Faculty of Health
  • Osgoode Hall Law School
  • Schulich School of Business
  • Faculty of Science and Engineering

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Memberships and Affiliations

York University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important York University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Council of Ontario Universities (COU)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)


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Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

York University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is York University public or private?

York University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is York University profit or non-profit?

York University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of York University in terms of enrollment?

York University has a student enrollment ranging from 40,000 to 44,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of York University in terms of academic staff?

York University's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.

Is York University a coeducational institution?

York University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does York University use?

York University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is York University affiliated with?

None.

Does York University admit international students?

Yes. York University has more than 12300 international students.

What is York University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

York University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend York University YU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). International students: over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is York University YU located?

York University is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Address: 4700 Keele Street.

Is York University YU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, York University is accredited by Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security (since ).

Does York University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does York University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does York University have a university library?

Yes

Does York University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does York University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does York University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does York University offer career services?

Not reported

Does York University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does York University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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