Application for Graduate Admission

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Use the button above to download the PDF version of the application. If you have any questions about completing or submitting this application, please contact Admission Inquiries.

View a list of York's graduate programs.

View deadlines for the submission of your application and all supporting documentation. All candidates are encouraged to apply well before the application deadline to allow for review and processing time.

WE CANNOT MAKE A DECISION ABOUT YOUR APPLICATION UNTIL WE HAVE RECEIVED ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. Check required documentation below for details.

Application and Payment Instructions

  • All forms and instructions are available at futurestudents.yorku.ca/graduate
  • Submit as complete an application package as possible. Incomplete applications will be delayed. The application package should include:
    1. This application form.
    2. The non-refundable application fee of $130 CDN, payable to York University. You can pay by credit card (VISA and MasterCard only). We will not process your application without the application fee of $130 CDN.
    3. A supplementary program information form. Forms will be made available through MyFile. yorku.ca/myfile
    4. Two official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (excluding York University – we will obtain these for you). Official transcripts, coming directly from and bearing the official unbroken seal of the issuing institution, must be in sealed envelopes. In countries where degree certificates are issued separately (e.g. Bangladesh, China, India, Iran, Pakistan etc.), official copies must be sent directly from the issuing institution. Opened envelopes will be considered unofficial.
    5. Proof of language proficiency if you do not meet one of the following criteria:
      • Your first language is English or French;OR
      • You have completed at least one year of full-time study at an accredited university in a country (or institution) where English or French is the official language of instruction.
    6. Letters of recommendation. Forms will be made available through MyFile
    7. Supplementary information as requested. Each program sets its own requirements – it is your responsibility to ensure all required supplementary materials are included. Please refer to your specific program information.
    8. Graduate admissions checklist.