How Do I Apply

How to Apply

We look forward to receiving your application to York and supporting you throughout the admission process. Follow the four steps outlined below to get started.

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Returning to York to complete your degree?

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Visiting Students: Take a course(s) at York


Apply to an Undergraduate Program


1. Decide which program you're interested in

Use our Program Search to explore a variety of degree options with innovative course design and hands-on learning opportunities. Once you have selected your program(s) of interest, take note of details including how and when it is offered, career paths it may provide, and the courses you can expect to take. 

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2. Review Admission Requirements

York University has a set of general admission requirements for entry to any of our programs. In addition to these requirements, your program of interest may require additional prerequisite courses, minimum grades and/or a supplementary application component like a video interview, audition or portfolio review. Be sure to familiarize yourself with all admission requirements before you apply. 

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3. Submit your application

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Ensure  that you apply by the application deadline. Once received, we will contact you via e-mail and grant you access to view updates about your application using our online platform, MyFile.

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4. Submit Required Documents

Once you receive access to your MyFile account, you can submit and/or upload required documents to our system. These may include official transcripts, language proficiency requirements, a supplementary application and course descriptions to be assessed for transfer credit. 

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Review tuition fees and costs

It's important to review the expected costs for your first year of university so that you can plan and budget. Tuition fees are based on the number of credits in which you are enrolled and your status as a domestic or international student. Other costs typically include residence, meal plan, textbooks and supplementary student fees.

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Proof of Language Proficiency

Programs at Keele Campus are offered in English, while programs at our Glendon Campus are offered in a bilingual environment (English and French). To gain admission, you must demonstrate language proficiency in your program's language of instruction by presenting a minimum proficiency score on an accepted language test.

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Other Admission Resources

If you think  you may not meet the minimum admission requirements for the program(s) to which you have applied at York, Student Recruitment & Admissions provides an opportunity for you to give context to factors that may have affected your academics by submitting an Extenuating Circumstances for Admission Consideration form.

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York offers transfer credit for completed Advanced Placement courses across a variety of school curricula. Review the requirements according to which school system you are applying from.

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Every year, more than 5,000 visiting students come to York University to take credit courses. Visiting students aren't necessarily seeking a degree or certificate from York, but they are looking to enhance their degrees-in-progress or their existing degrees/qualifications. Many are hoping to complete their degrees faster by taking advantage of York's three terms and wide variety of courses.

Sound like you? Learn if you qualify

If you are returning to York to complete your degree and you did not enrol in courses in the last Fall/Winter session, then you must reactivate your record to enrol. 

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Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an email containing your York reference number. You can then track the progress of your application and submit required supporting documents at MyFile. It is your responsibility to ensure York receives all the required supporting documentation and that it is received before the deadline date.

The office of Student Recruitment & Admissions sends official communication about application and admission via email. It is important that you open, read and take action (if required) upon receipt of an email.

  • It will take approximately 4-6 weeks to process your complete application.
  • The processing period begins after all documents related to your application are received. Supporting documentation such as transcripts, course descriptions and language proficiency test scores (if applicable) must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions at York University.
  • If any required document is not received, your application will not be processed.

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Note: After submitting your application you will receive an acknowledgment e-mail from York University, providing you with a York reference number that allows you to track your application status in our applicant portal, MyFile. If you have not received a reference number within 4-5 business days of submitting your application, please check your spam and junk folders. If you are unable to locate the e-mail, contact study@yorku.ca.

Deadlines

Deadlines for most programs (exceptions noted below)

Classes Begin Ontario High School students Out-of-Province High School students International Students University/College
transfer and mature students
Fall 2024 (September) January 15, 2024 Open* Open* Open*
Summer 2024 (May) April 1, 2024 April 1, 2024 Open* April 1, 2024
Winter 2024 (January) November 1, 2023 November 1, 2023 November 1, 2023 November 1, 2023
*Please note that we will continue to accept and assess applications until each program is full. To ensure adequate time to apply for a study permit (if applicable), we recommend that you apply as early as possible.
Deadlines exceptions:

Nursing:

  • Application deadline for Direct Entry Nursing is February 1, 2024.
  • Application deadline for Nursing: Second Entry is February 1, 2024.
  • Application deadline for Nursing: Post-RN for Internationally Educated Nurses is March 1, 2024.

Schulich School of Business (BBA) will not accept applications after the January 15 deadline.
Social Work (BSW) will not accept applications after the January 15 deadline.

Supplementary Application Deadlines

In addition to submitting an application, some programs require a supplementary application to be considered for admission. View the chart below for supplementary application deadlines.

Click “Supplementary Application” beside your program of interest to view application details.


Deadlines for programs requiring a Supplementary Application (AMPD BFA/BDes majors, Business Administration, Education, Social Work) - Fall (Sept) entry
Programs Ontario High School students Out-of-Province High School students International Students University/College transfer and mature students
Schulich BBA: Supplementary Application February 1,  2024 February 1,  2024 February 1,  2024 N/A
Schulich PMMP: Supplementary Application March 6,  2024 March 6,  2024 March 6,  2024 N/A
Glendon: International Studies & Business Administration Dual Degree: Supplementary Application March 31, 2024 March 31, 2024 March 31, 2024 N/A
Concurrent Education: Supplementary Application April 1, 2024 April 1, 2024 April 1, 2024 N/A
School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design programs: Cinema & Media Arts – Production, Screenwriting; Dance, Design; Music, Visual Arts – Studio: 
Supplementary Application
February 1,  2024 February 1,  2024 February 1,  2024 February 1,  2024
  The deadline dates noted above (for AMPD) are for guaranteed consideration. Applications will continue to be processed and reviewed following these dates until the program capacity is filled.
Social Work: Supplementary Application N/A N/A N/A February 15, 2024 (Late documentation will not be accepted once a deadline has passed.)
Deadlines for programs requiring a Supplementary Application (AMPD BFA majors + Bachelor of Design (BDes)) - Winter (Jan) entry
Programs Ontario High School students Non-Ontario High School students International Students University/College transfer and mature students
AMPD Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) programs: Cinema & Media Arts – Production, Screenwriting; Dance; Design; Music, Visual Arts – Studio: Supplementary Application November 1, 2023 November 1, 2023 November 1, 2023 November 1, 2023

Admissions FAQ

We’ve collected some of our most common questions from undergraduate applicants below to help you plan and prepare.

Refer to our list of Helpful Terms for additional clarification, or get in touch with our team if you still have questions – we’re happy to help.

All Applicants

What is the deadline to apply for admission?

The deadline for Ontario high school students to submit their application for admission to Fall (September) 2024 is January 15, 2024. For all other students the deadline for guaranteed consideration is February 1, 2024. Please note that we will continue to accept and assess applications after the February 1 deadline until each program is full. To ensure adequate time to apply for a study permit (if applicable) we recommend you apply as early as possible. Visit our Application Deadlines webpage for details.

When can I expect a decision on my application?

Undergraduate applications are typically assessed within six weeks, once all required documents are received by the admissions team. If you have any questions about your application, visit I’ve Applied page for information about required documents.

Can I monitor the status of my application?

Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an acknowledgment e-mail from York University, providing you with a York Student Number to track your application status in our applicant portal, MyFile. If you have not received a student number within 4-5 business days of submitting your application, please check your spam and junk folders and be sure to add info@yorku.cato your Safe Senders list.

The status of my application is blank. What does this mean?

Depending on when you applied, you may see a blank status if your application is pending assessment. Please ensure your application is complete to avoid assessment delays and continue checking the status of your application on your MyFile account.

The status of my application is ‘Waitlisted.’ What does this mean?

Being waitlisted for admission means that while you have met all of the minimum admission requirements, your chosen competitive program of interest has reached capacity at this time. We continue to monitor the waitlist and will grant offers as space becomes available. 

Please continue to check MyFile for any update to the status of your application(s).

 

I am unable to log into my MyFile account. What should I do?

Kindly note that it may take 4-5 business days for your MyFile account to be active. If, after this length of time, you are still unable to log in please e-mail study@yorku.ca.

College/University Transfer Students

I’m a college/university transfer student.  How will my application be evaluated?

York continues to welcome transfer applicants, and Transfer Credits are awarded based on your most recent transcript.

Transfer Credit Assessment – please visit the Transfer Students page, or contact the Transfer Connect team

International High School Students

How do I get an attestation letter from the province?

Starting January 22, 2024, you’ll need a provincial attestation letter as part of your study permit application package. Find out more about this new requirement.

What do I do if my visa/study permit application gets delayed/rejected after starting online classes at York?

For questions and advising relating to Study Permits/Visa applications, please review York International’s website, and contact them directly.

How can I ensure that I satisfy English proficiency requirements?

If you need help to meet the required English proficiency, you may wish to consider one of York University’s English Language Institute’s three pathway programs to transfer directly into your desired undergraduate programs without a language test. Each program provides a strong foundation of English proficiency and extensive support for university preparation. Write to yueli@yorku.ca for personalized guidance or visit the program page to learn more.

Will deferring to a future term impact my Study Permit?

For questions and advising relating to Study Permits/Visa applications, please review York International’s website, and contact them directly.

How do I contact International Student Services?

Questions relating to international student admissions can be directed to askinternational@yorku.ca

York International is our international student support office. Important information regarding study permits, travel to Canada, and international student orientation can be found on the York International website. For questions and advising relating to Study Permits/Visa questions, please review York International’s website, and contact them directly.

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