Nursing
Pursue Undergraduate Program in
Nursing
The need for leadership and innovation in nursing and health care continues to grow. York’s School of Nursing believes that every patient has a personal story. That’s why our unique client-centered teaching and learning approach respects patients’ values and choices about health and quality of life. At York, teachers and students are partners in a dynamic, collaborative process of discovery. Through dialogue, modeling, practice, reflective thinking and an experiential group process, we create a diverse community of learners that encourages each student to find his or her own voice. We encourage you to question conventional assumptions and practices as you gain the insights and skills to contribute to the future development of Canada’s health care system.
York-Seneca-Georgian Collaborative BScN Program
York's Collaborative Nursing program is a four year Honours degree using a blend of theory and practice. Students progress through the integrated four-year curriculum: the first two years are at one of our College partner sites (at Seneca College or at Georgian College), and the third and fourth years are at the York University Keele Campus.You will acquire critical thinking and research skills as well as gain extensive practicum and clinical experience – York Collaborative Nursing students complete approximately 1400 hours of clinical experience through their placements in each year of the program.
The combination of in-class discussions, laboratory and classroom simulations, and clinical placements will help you develop a high degree of theoretical, practical and philosophical knowledge around human caring. Through this methodology you will learn to practice nursing using a holistic approach towards individuals, families and communities. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree and qualify to write the registration exam to become registered nurses with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
To be eligible for admission to this program:
- Make sure you meet our admission requirements.
- Submit your application through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC).
- Submit all supporting documentation and language proficiency test results (if required) to York's Office of Admissions.
- If you are a current York student wishing to transfer to the Collaborative Nursing (BScN) program, please complete the York online application by the deadline. Be sure to include all required supporting documentation.
2nd Entry BScN Program
The 2nd Entry BScN degree is available for students who have already completed a university degree (in any discipline), or have 60 credits (10 full course equivalents in another field of study). The program reflects the growing demand for nursing programs that build on prior university learning. The curriculum is based on the core themes of Health & Healing and Development of Self, as well as a human science approach to teaching, learning and caring for clients and families. The concentrated (and continuous) six semester program runs through the fall, winter and summer, enabling students to complete their BScN in two calendar years. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree and qualify to write the national nursing registration examination.
Post-RN IEN (Internationally Educated Nurses) Program
York helps registered nurses educated outside Canada to re-enter the nursing profession sooner and with greater confidence. York’s program allows students to build on the strengths they already have so they can more quickly obtain the Canadian credentials they need for employment in Ontario. We provide a program specifically designed to enhance the practice of internationally educated nurses to practice safely and competently within the Canadian context. In addition, the program provides professional mentoring opportunities which include support, clinical guidance, and the exploration of career choices. Graduates receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree in 20 months and qualify to write the national nursing registration examination. Applicants must be residents of Ontario (Landed Immigrant, Canadian Citizen or Convention Refugee).
Opportunities for students
Apply your classroom learning through hands-on experiential education in our Nursing Simulation Centre , Nursing Skills Lab and Computer Simulation Lab.
Work with your classmates to create engaging projects on various issues relating to your coursework, such as needs assessment of individual families and communities
Careers in Nursing
The innovative person-centric approach to teaching at York University's School of Nursing develops the future leaders in Canada's health care system, preparing them for careers as nurses in hospitals, community health and other organizations, public health promotion leaders, nursing practice leaders, and health care managers or educators.
As a graduate of the School of Nursing at York, you will be well qualified in a wide range of nursing areas including institutional and community settings, public health promotion, education and program development in the rapidly growing health services and management sector. The program offers the building blocks that will prepare you to assume roles as practice leader, educator and/or manager.
Possible Career Paths Include:
- Registered Nurse
- Home healthcare
- Primary healthcare
- Public health
- Hospital tertiary care
- Long-term care
- Global health care
For more information about our degree programs, contact York’s School of Nursing at nursing@yorku.ca or at (416) 736-5271.
Program Details
Offered By
Faculty of Health
Degrees Offered
BScN
Fall Entry
Yes
Winter Entry
No
Summer Entry
No
Ways to Study
Full-Time
Sample Schedule (First-year)
- Courses vary by degree program. Visit nursing.info.yorku.ca for course information.
Possible Career Paths
- hospital tertiary care provider
- home healthcare provider
- healthcare manager
- public healthcare provider
- long-term care provider
- community health nurse
- global health care provider
- primary health care provider
Admission Requirements
I am a high-school student I have completed at least one year of full-time study at college or university I have been away from high-school for at least two years I have never studied in a formal academic high-school environment Returning / Reactivating student (previously York) Visiting StudentsFaculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Baccalauréat Français
Minimum Requirements
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
- A maximum of 30 possible transferable credits may be granted for successful completion of the Baccalauréat Général. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
Bachillerato
Minimum Requirements
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
- Minimum overall result of “Bien/Buena/Bueno/Good” on all academic courses.
- Some programs require a higher GPA.
CAPE
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
- A minimum overall average of 3 out of 7 is required. Higher grades required for certain programs.
- CAPE 2-unit courses, with results of 3 or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
- Extra courses will be assessed for transfer credit. Applicants with the DEC may be awarded up to one full year of transfer credit.
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Chinese High School
Minimum Requirements
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
Turkish High School
- Some programs require higher. Please review the requirements for your program below.
- Prerequisite courses should not be below a grade of 4.0 or 70%.
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
GCE
Minimum Requirements
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
- GCE A2 examinations with results of "C" or better, are eligible for transfer credit, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
Hong Kong
Minimum Requirements
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, successful completion of the Twelfth Year of senior studies with a minimum overall average of %cutoff.hk%/5.0 required.
International Baccalaureate
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
- IB Diploma with passes in six subjects: three passes at the Standard-level and three passes at the Higher-level, or two passes at the Standard-level and four passes at the Higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches higher-level
- Analysis and Approaches standard-level
- Applications and Interpretations higher-level
- Applications and Interpretations standard-level
- Transfer credit is granted for IB courses with Higher-level final grades of 5 or better, to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
Indian High School
- Some programs require a higher average. Please review the requirements for your program below.
- Prerequisite courses should not be below a grade of 55%.
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
- All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
- Indian School Certificate (ISC)
- Intermediate Examination Certificate
- Pre-University Examination Certificate
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
OUAC code YHF (Collaborative BScN program with Georgian College)
OUAC code YHG (Collaborative BScN program with Seneca College)
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
Faculty of Health
BScN
To be considered a mature student, you must:
Be at least 20 years old by the end of the calendar year of admission to the University
Have been out of full-time high school studies for at least two years or have returned to upgrade after a two year absence
Have attempted less than one full year of studies at an accredited university or college
Have demonstrated potential for success through academic, professional or volunteer activities and other accomplishments
Requirements for admission:
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
Tawjihyah
Minimum Requirements
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
United States High School (including AP exams)
- Grade 12 graduation with a minimum overall average of "B" on Grade 11 and Grade 12 academic courses is required to be considered for most programs. Some programs require a higher average. Please review the requirements for your program below.
- SAT or ACT scores are not required for students studying in a recognized accredited US curriculum outside the United States, Puerto Rico or Guam.
- SATs/ACTs are considered in combination with high school grades.
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
For Fall 2021 and Winter 2022 entry, York University will deem the SAT/ACT optional to be eligible for admission for students studying in a recognized accredited US curriculum in the United States, Puerto Rico or Guam. However, students who have completed a standardized test are encouraged to submit their test scores as it may support your application for competitive programs. Please browse the section below for pre-requisites and detailed admission requirements.
Note: An SAT/ACT test will be required from students who are not enrolled in a recognized accredited US curriculum in the United States, Puerto Rico or Guam or have not studied in a formal academic high-school environment.
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
- AP College Board examinations are eligible for transfer credit, for results of 4 or 5, up to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.
West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or National Examinations Council (NECO)
Required Documents for Preliminary Review
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
Faculty of Health
BScN
Requirements for admission:
To gain admission to this program, your academic average should be in the mid-to-high 80s.Maintaining your offer of admission to this program requires a final academic average of 80.
You are required to provide official evidence of academic achievement in secondary education. This can be demonstrated through:
- Final grades under the Ontario curriculum (obtained through correspondence, night school or through TVO)
- Credentials through other curricula, such as results from Advanced Placement (AP) or Advanced-level courses in the General Certificate of Education (GCE). (Students may register to sit for the AP and GCE examinations as private candidates.)
In the absence of final grades in courses:
- You must submit the results of standardized tests such as the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) with a minimum combined total of 1170 on the Critical Reading and Math components or a composite American College Testing (ACT) score of 24.
- Your application will be reviewed by an admissions sub-committee. If admitted, you will not be eligible for entrance scholarships. You will be considered for continuing student scholarships at the end of your first year of study, if you satisfy those criteria.
You may also be required to provide proof of language proficiency. You will be considered for entrance scholarships on the basis of your overall averages in the six 4U/4M (Ontario curriculum) or equivalent courses.