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 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Score: Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (most programs), Environmental Studies, Fine Arts, Glendon, Health, Science (except Engineering). |
Overall band: 1-5
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Computer: 220 Paper: 560 iBT: 83
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6.5 |
| Minimum Score: Nursing |
Overall band: 1-4 | Computer: 230 Paper: 573 iBT: 89 |
7 |
| Minimum Score: Engineering |
Overall band: 2 | Computer: 243 Paper: 590 iBT: 96 |
7.5 |
| Minimum Score: 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.