Student Life

Build confidence and community

York’s multi-campus community is where bold ideas take shape and lifelong connections are made. Across our Keele, Glendon and Markham campuses, you'll find your home away from home - a welcoming community of friends and inspiring study spots. With endless ways to get involved, make friends and explore your passions, York offers the space and support to make the most of your university experience.

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350+ Clubs

and student organizations to choose from

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9 Colleges

to make a large university feel small

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1,000+ Events

to make friends and memories each year

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10 Residence Buildings

with dedicated Residence Life teams

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Cheer for your Team

Display your school spirit for your fellow York Lions, who hold 37 national titles and 180 provincial banners. Varsity games are free for students to attend. 

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Get Active

No matter what level of athlete you are, we offer it all: varsity athletics, sports clubs, intramurals, exercise classes and student athletics clubs. Join a group class in our 11,000-square-foot fitness centre, dive into our 25-metre pool or break a sweat at one of our three gyms, five studios or hard surface tennis courts. 

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Three Unique Campuses

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Keele Campus

Our main campus is a thriving community hub featuring athletic facilities, studios, labs, residences, restaurants and green spaces, all connected to major transit systems to get you to places you need to be.

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Glendon Campus

Located in the heart of Toronto, Glendon is our founding campus where globally-focused programs, research and hands-on learning opportunities are enhanced with a uniquely tailored immersive, multilingual environment.

 

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Markham Campus

Academic programs and research at our newest campus revolve around the core themes of technology and entrepreneurship, and how they are driving innovation.

 

Find your club

Discover new communities and pursue your interests by choosing from 350+ student organizations, clubs, councils and groups.

Colleges make a big university feel small

You will be placed in one of York’s nine colleges after accepting your offer of admission. Benefit from a close community where you can study, attend social activities, get academic help, work and volunteer. 

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Keele Campus
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Glendon Campus
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Markham Campus
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