Join an International Community at York

Take the first step on your journey as an international student in Canada.

Join a welcoming community of over 10,000 international students at York: a community of present and future change-makers like you, ready to make the world yours.

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A Place to Call Home

Canada: Best Country in the World

Canada was voted the best country in the world and #1 in quality of life (Best Countries Report, 2021)

200+ Languages Spoken

50% of Toronto's population was born outside of Canada and over 200 languages are spoken.

Toronto: #1 Safest City

Ranked the safest city in North America by The Economist, 2024

175+ Countries Study at York

Meet students from around the world on York’s campuses

Support from the Start

We welcome your application, no matter where you are applying from or what your citizenship or country of residence is. We are familiar with education systems across the world and provide a variety of customized supports from application to graduation.

Join an International Information Session

Pathway to Permanent Residence

Are you an international Francophone student interested in York? The Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) is an initiative by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to support French-speaking international students with a Pathway to Permanent Residence.

Explore pathways to permanent residence

Next Steps for International Students

1. Submit your application

Ready to apply to York? Check out our website to get started and learn more about how to submit your application.

How to apply

2. Connect with us at a virtual event

Join York's international student recruitment officers for an information session to learn about our undergraduate programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more! Both international high school and transfer students are welcome to this session.

3. Learn about our scholarships

When you apply to York University as an International Student for Fall 2026, you’ll automatically be considered for an entrance scholarship on the basis of your final admission average. These scholarships recognize your academic achievements and range from $2,500 to $37,500!

Explore scholarships

4. Apply for residence: 4-year housing guarantee

Direct-entry international students (applying from high school) starting at York University in Fall 2026 will receive a 4-year on-campus housing guarantee. We’re ready to welcome you to your new home!

5. Explore immigration application resources

To make the immigration process as smooth as possible, we can help you with:

tips to submit a strong study permit application;
pre-arrival immigration guidance; and
advising resource to help you understand international student rights and responsibilities in Canada.

Resources:

Study permits and provincial attestation letters

Waiting on the status of your Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL)? Complete a PAL Request Form and an international advisor will follow up with you.

Study permit next steps

International Students Share Their Journey to York

STUDENT HIGHLIGHT

Giang, a psychology student from Vietnam, shares her experience moving to Canada and how she stays connected to her culture while at studying and working at York.

Watch Giang’s story

Student Highlight

Greatlove Bariboloka

Greatlove Bariboloka wanted to explore their interests and found the York Engineering Competition – an opportunity that helped them develop valuable skills for life after graduation.

Go Beyond The Classroom

Celebrate our international scholarship recipients

Meet international scholars honoured with some of York's most prestigious renewable awards for international students in 2024.

VIEW HONOUREES

York x Toronto Raptors

As the official university partners of the Toronto Raptors NBA team, we bring you exclusive networking opportunities and career development events. Don't just dream big, make it happen!

Explore Raptors partnership

York International

York International is here to assist all international students, as well as domestic and international students who wish to study or work abroad. We look forward to welcoming you in person and answering your questions. Please make sure to visit us when you are on campus - we are here to help!

Visit York International

International Entrance Scholarships: Winter 2026

When you apply to York University as an International Student for Winter 2026, you'll automatically be considered for an entrance scholarship on the basis of your final admission average. These scholarships recognize your academic achievements and range from $2,500 to $37,500!

Learn More

Read our international student blogs

Whether you’re preparing for your first year at York or are wondering what lies ahead, YU Blog has you covered.

Read YU Blog

Moving to a new Canadian city – a guide to living in Toronto

Studying at York also means you have easy access to the city of Toronto. Here's all you need to know about the city and all it has to offer!

Connect with our recruiters

Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa

Emi Morita
Regional Recruitment Manager
Email: emorita@yorku.ca

Latin America

Rachel Luo
International Recruitment Officer
Email: rluo477@yorku.ca

Anglophone Africa

Prince Ubani
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: princeu@yorku.ca

l'Afrique Francophone

Rebecca Guei
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: rguei@yorku.ca

Carribean, Europe, Middle East and North Africa

Sunera Ali
Regional Recruitment Manager
Email: suneraa@yorku.ca

Middle East and North Africa

Nema Reshamvala
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: nemar@yorku.ca

South Asia, Southeast Asia, USA & Oceania

Shuchita Husain
Regional Recruitment Manager
Email: shhusain@yorku.ca

USA, Pakistan

Dahlia Younan
International Recruitment Officer
Email: dahliay@yorku.ca

South Asia

Priyanka Roy
Senior Recruitment Advisor - Acumen*
Email: proy176@yorku.ca

*Acumen is a consulting partner of York University supporting recruitment efforts in India.

Southeast Asia

Thuy Nguyen
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: nthuy@yorku.ca

Canada, Central Asia, East Asia

Cecilia Cheng
Regional Recruitment Manager
Email: ccheng27@yorku.ca

Canada, East Asia, Central Asia

Alice He
International Recruitment Officer
Email: alicehe@yorku.ca

China

Mickey Ye
Senior Recruitment Advisor
Email: mye@yorku.ca

Upcoming Events

Lassonde School of Engineering

Computer Science for Software Development (Spotlight Session)

Sat, May 16, 2026 10 - 11 a.m.

In this info session, Professor and Undergraduate Program Director Larry Zhang will introduce what makes the Computer Science for Software Development program at York’s Markham Campus distinctive and highly relevant in today’s technology-driven world. Learn how this future-focused program equips students with the skills, experience, and adaptability needed to make a meaningful impact and build a successful career after graduation.

Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change

Your Next Steps with the Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change

Wed, May 20, 2026 6 - 7 p.m.

Our Next Steps Information Session is an opportunity to learn more about what comes after you accept your offer of admission. You will be joined by our academic advisor, Pip Horne, who will walk you through how to book your course enrolment appointment, pay your registration deposit, and access a wide range of student services. This session will also provide guidance on preparing for September and making a successful transition to the Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change.

Future Students

International Students