York University Admissions 2024-25

York University Entry Requirements

Every university has set eligibility criteria upon which students can avail of admission to the education institution. Primary determinants of gaining entry to a university programme are past academic records and achievements and current test results upon which one qualifies for admission. York University has a fairly selective admissions policy which makes it easy for students to get a foot in provided they meet all the York University entry requirements. Some of the basic eligibility criteria for admission to York are listed as follows:

Undergraduate Admissions

• A recognised higher secondary education certificate is required for admission to an undergraduate programme at the university and score requirements depend on the course the candidate wishes to pursue.
• Accepted English language proficiency test scores include TOEFL, IELTS and the Duolingo English Test. Score requirements are further specified by which course the applicant wishes to take. 
• An overall band score of 6.5 or higher is required for IELTS and a minimum score of 83 is required for TOEFL.

Postgraduate Admissions

• An undergraduate degree from a recognised post-secondary institution is required for admission to a postgraduate programme in York. Some programmes require a three-year Bachelor’s programme along with work experience in the relevant field. A minimum Grade Point Average of B or an equivalent score is required.
• The accepted English language proficiency test scores are IELTS, TOEFL or the Duolingo English Test. Minimum accepted scores are dictated by the course one chooses to take. 

York University Fees

The course one wants to pursue and the level at which they want to take the said course are the two primary determinants of tuition fees. Another factor that determines university fees is whether a student classifies as a home or international student. Usually, the fees for international students are higher compared to those of home students. Other components of the York University fees alongside tuition fees are a non-refundable application fee, personal living expenses, health care, and books and supplies. 

The fees for international students for varied undergraduate programmes are listed as follows. 

• Most Programmes - CAD 32,502
• Design - CAD 30,349
• Business - CAD 33,961
• Commerce - CAD 34,628
• Computer Science - CAD 29,958
• Engineering - CAD 37,345

The fees for international students for a postgraduate programme range from CAD 6,500 to CAD 15,000 depending on the course. 

York University Placements

Under the YU Experience HUB, the department of Placements and Practicums deals with helping students transition from fulfilling university life to a challenging and competitive employment market. Based on a student’s qualifications, interests and aptitude, counsellors and professionals in the department help match them to a job in which they can learn and effectively contribute. The York University Placements cell hosts a career fair and exhibitions in tune with its strategic partnerships and alliances with key employers in the market to facilitate communication between students and public and private organisations throughout Canada as well as across the globe. Some of the average salaries of the university’s graduates across various fields are listed below. 

• Consulting: CAD 88,547
• Financial Services: CAD 85,862
• Healthcare: CAD 97,917
• Retail: CAD 79,256
• Technology: CAD 97,354
• Media: CAD 96,500