Overview
57%
Acceptance Rate?Calculated from yearly application and admission figures published in official Common University Data Ontario (CUDO) reports and university publications.
55,000
Total Students?Approximate total enrollment as reported by the university in official publications and CUDO reports.
430
Student Reports?Admission results submitted anonymously by real applicants on Uniscope. Duplicate entries and statistical outliers are filtered automatically.
view student dataToronto, ON
$6,118–$6,745
Domestic Tuition Per Year?Typical full-time undergraduate tuition for the 2025-26 academic year, based on Statistics Canada data. Actual fees vary by program and exclude ancillary fees and living costs.
York University is Canada's third-largest university. Located in North Toronto, it is a hub for liberal arts, law, and business. It is known for its progressive/activist campus culture and flexible, interdisciplinary programs.
York University's overall acceptance rate is approximately 57% for 2026 undergraduate admissions. Across 109 programs tracked on Uniscope, acceptance rates span 26–64%. These figures are based on 430 verified applicant submissions shared directly by students on Uniscope.
Report Card
Uniscope · 2026 Edition
Programs
Business Administration (BBA)
91%
26%
→
Nursing - Internationally Educated Nurses
88%
38%
→
Nursing (Direct Entry) - BScN
86%
38%
→
Nursing (Second-Degree Entry)
88%
38%
→
Applied Mathematics (BSc)
85%
50%
→
Chemistry (BSc)
85%
50%
→
Cinema & Media Arts - Media Arts (BFA)
85%
50%
→
Cinema & Media Arts - Screenwriting (BFA)
85%
50%
→
Concurrent Bachelor of Education: Environmental and Urban Change (BEd)
85%
50%
→
Concurrent Education: Arts, Media, Performance & Design (BEd)
85%
50%
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Offer Timing
392 student-reported offers across 12 programs and 4 admissions cycles
main wave
In a typical year, half of all offers were out by Jan 7, and the busiest stretch was Dec 1 – Dec 15.
By program
| Program | Offers | Middle 50% | Half out by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinesiology & Health Science (BSc) | 35 | Dec 8 – Dec 18 | Dec 10 |
| Commerce (BCom - Co-op available) | 26 | Dec 9 – Dec 22 | Dec 10 |
| Psychology (BA) | 13 | Dec 8 – Dec 10 | Dec 10 |
| Political Science (BA, iBA - Co-op available) | 12 | Dec 8 – Dec 16 | Dec 10 |
| Psychology (BSc) | 12 | Dec 9 – Dec 10 | Dec 10 |
| Biomedical Science (BSc) | 27 | Dec 11 – Jan 7 | Dec 13 |
| Engineering (BEng) | 68 | Dec 12 – Jan 17 | Dec 15 |
| Biology (BSc) | 13 | Dec 9 – Jan 8 | Dec 15 |
| Computer Science (BSc) | 17 | Dec 11 – Feb 20 | Jan 17 |
| Nursing (Direct Entry) - BScN | 66 | Dec 11 – Apr 3 | Feb 20 |
| Computer Science (BA) | 12 | Dec 16 – Apr 11 | Mar 17 |
| Business Administration (BBA) | 91 | Mar 16 – May 2 | Mar 20 |
Pooled from 392 offers students reported across 12 programs for the 2022–23, 2023–24, 2024–25 and 2025–26 cycles, grouped by where each date falls in the admissions year rather than by calendar year. Programs release on their own schedules, so read the school-wide dates as the overall shape and your program's own row for what to expect. Individual reports run from Oct 12 to Jun 6. Release dates shift year to year — treat this as a guide, not a schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at York University?
The overall acceptance rate at York University is approximately 57%. Rates vary significantly by program, so check individual program pages for competitive averages.
What are the most competitive programs at York University?
The most competitive programs at York University by acceptance rate are Business Administration (BBA) (~26%), Nursing - Internationally Educated Nurses (~38%), Nursing (Direct Entry) - BScN (~38%).
How many undergraduate programs does York University offer?
York University offers over 109 undergraduate programs.
How much is tuition at York University?
For the 2025-26 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition at York University is $6,118 to $6,745 CAD per year for domestic students and approximately $37,194 CAD per year for international students. Actual fees vary by program — professional, engineering, and co-op programs may cost more.
How many students attend York University?
York University has approximately 55,000 full-time students enrolled.
Where is York University located?
York University is located in Toronto, ON.