Language Proficiency Tests

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These are general guidelines only. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. York University reserves the right to request language proficiency test scores.

Acceptable Language Tests & Scores


 YELT
York English Language Test 		TOEFL
Test of English as a Foreign Language
York's TOEFL code is 0894 		IELTS
International English Language Testing Service
Minimum Score:
Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (most programs), Glendon, Health, Science (except Engineering).		 Overall band: 1-5

Nursing: 1-4

 Computer: 220
Paper: 560
iBT: 83-87

Nursing:
Computer: 230
Paper: 573
iBT: 88

 6.5

Nursing: 7
Minimum Score:
Engineering, Schulich School of Business		 Overall band: 1 Computer: 250
Paper: 600
iBT: 100
 7.5
Minimum Score:
Liberal Arts & Professional Studies:
Bachelor of Administrative Studies and Bachelor of Human Resources Management.		 Overall band: 1-3 Computer: 237
Paper: 580
iBT: 95		 7


For Education, contact the Faculty directly at 416-736-5001 or visit the Web site

Language Test Exemptions

Exemptions available for students who have completed York University's English Language Institute YUELI) Intensive Program Level 6:

  • Most undergraduate programs: with "Distinction", "Honours" or "Pass"
  • Engineering and Schulich School of Business: with "Distinction"

For more information, contact YUELI at 416-736-5353.